Sparkling & Champagne Celebration VIP/Early Access. Includes Walk-Around Grand Tasting VIP/Early Sunday.
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**Secure 20% off standard ticket pricing today; Early Bird rates of $237 are capped, and prices will soon increase to Advance pricing.
Gain Early Access to an Unparalleled Celebration of Great Sparkling Wine & Champagne and Exquisite Cuisine at Dover Hall
This VIP/Early Access ticket permits entry to an ultra-exclusive ‘quad-plate’ wine and food pairing experience at the new 7 Lady Vineyards Tasting Room adjacent to Dover Hall Estate an hour earlier than General tickets. There is a limit of only 40 VIP tickets.
Tickets to the Sparkling & Champagne Celebration also include tickets to the Walk-Around Grand Tasting: VIP/Early Sunday Special on Sunday, March 7, 2027, at Main Street Station
We can't wait to welcome you to this 3rd annual celebration at the gorgeous Dover Hall. Savor a curated selection of 35+ highly regarded sparkling wines and Champagnes, with an emphasis on France, Virginia, California, Spain, and Portugal. Enjoy thoughtfully crafted bites from acclaimed Executive Chef Leah Randolph, who was named “Chef of the Year” in 2023 by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association.
It's more than just wine tasting; it's an exploratory experience in Virginia's BEST castle venue!
This unique walk-around experience takes place throughout the beautiful rooms of Dover Hall, surrounded by stunning architecture, incredible artwork, statues, mounted wild game, and other remarkable details. Seating will be available in select rooms throughout the event.
Here's what your VIP ticket gets you:
- Experience an hour-long exclusive quad-plate wine and food pairing experience at the new 7 Lady Vineyards Tasting Room just steps away from beautiful Dover Hall
- Entry to the Sparkling & Champagne Celebration at Dover Hall AND to the Walk-Around Grand Tasting: VIP/Early Sunday Special on Sunday, March 7, 2027, at Main Street Station
- Taste 35+ sparkling wines, Champagnes, and premium still wines
- Enjoy French- and Virginia-inspired artisan cuisine; there will be plenty of food for a full meal
- Stolzle crystal wine glass to use and take home
- Free parking at Dover Hall
- Complimentary coat check
- Seating throughout the estate
Refreshed Menu in 2027
Expect a delicious French- and Virginia-inspired menu thoughtfully designed to complement the sparkling wines and Champagnes being poured. The sparkling wine and champagne selections will be a collaboration between the Expo team, Chad Hornik, co-owner of Dover Hall and a certified Sommelier, and representatives from organizations such as Jackson Family Wines, the Sparkle-ist, owned by Champagne Master Level Lieven De Geyndt, who will be participating in the event.
A Sampling of the 2026 Menu
2027 Menu Coming Soon
Just a taste of what awaits: a Mediterranean board, smoked salmon cucumber cups with dill mousse, whipped Brie tarts with red pepper jelly and candied pecan soil, Oysters Rockefeller with spinach and fontina, Szechuan chicken karaage with yuzu aioli and pickled Fresno, duck confit endive cups with cranberry maple vinaigrette and honey-roasted almonds, coconut red curry shrimp skewers with bell peppers, onion and ginger, and more!
About Chef Leah Randolph
An Indiana native, Leah Randolph began her culinary career at age 16 in commercial kitchens. Leah spent four years at Salisbury Country Club learning and growing before bringing her talents to Dover Hall in 2018. After two years as Sous Chef, she became Executive Chef, where her leadership, attention to detail, and passion for exceptional food have shaped the Dover Hall culinary experience. In 2023, she was honored as “Chef of the Year” by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association. A signature dish by Leah will most likely include plenty of herbs, seasonal produce, and a hint of citrus!
