Michael Shaps/Virginia Wineworks
Winner of the Virginia Governor’s Cup in 2004 and referenced in wine industry publications such as Saveur, Wine Spectator and others, Michael Shaps has been making wine in central Virginia since 2004 and produces under his nationally recognized, ultra-premium, small lot-focused Michael Shaps label as well as the craft-pioneering, value-oriented Wineworks label. Michael’s whites can be characterized by their varietal intensity and retention of natural acidity, whereas his reds are highly extracted and crafted to be age-worthy, requiring cellaring. Also a partner in Maison Shaps Winery in Meursault, France, Michael and winemaker Jake Busching aim to produce wines that stand up to the finest selections from some of the best growing regions around the world.
Wineworks Extended now open! See details below.
Wines Featured:
- Virginia Wineworks Label
- Whites: Chardonnay, Viognier (box), White Wine (box), White Wine Blend (Growler)
- Reds: Red Wine Varietals and Blends (box), Red Wine Blend (Growler)
- Rose: Rose (Growler)
- Michael Shaps Label
- Whites: Chardonnay, Odette (white blend), Viognier, Petit Manseng (dry)
- Sparkling: Methode
- Reds: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Meritage
- Dessert: Raisin d’Être
- Maison Michael Shaps Label: Tasting room offers the unique opportunity to experience Michael’s Burgundian wines. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Aligote are available from a variety of Burgundy appellations including: Bourgogne, Mercurey, Meursault, Gevrey Chambertin, Savigny Les Beaune, Volnay & Vosne Romanee.
Website: www.virginiawineworks.com
Email: info@virginiawineworks.com
Michael Shaps/Wineworks Info:
1781 Harris Creek Way
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Tasting fee: $10/person per flight, or $15/person for combined flights. Tastings are complimentary for Wine Club Members.
Hours: Open daily, 11am to 5pm.
Phone: 434-296-3438
Wineworks Extended Info:
1585 Avon Street Extended
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Tasting fee: $6 per person for Wineworks on Tap Flight; $8 for Michael's Picks Flight
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday, 1pm - 7pm; closed Monday/Tuesday
Phone: 434-529-6848