About this Event
Join us for the next chapter (#47) in our Virginia Winemaker Dinner Series—an exclusive evening featuring the wines of Barboursville Vineyards with special guest Winemaker Luca Paschina.
is a magnificent and historic Virginia estate outside of Charlottesville between Monticello and Montpelier, home to Virginia's most honored winery, founded in 1976 by a family prominent in Italian viticulture since 1821. Producer of Octagon, the most renowned red wine of Virginia.
Meet Luca, a third-generation winemaker from Piedmont, Italy who studied enology at Istituto Umberto Primo in Alba. Asked by Gianni Zonin to study his winery operations in a year’s consultancy at Barboursville in 1990, he returned to Zonin’s headquarters north of Venice with an irresistibly audacious suggestion — if you will systematically reinvest in ideal trellising systems and techniques for this terroir, you will have the finest wines that can be grown on the East Coast.
When he arrived at Barboursville in 1990, the winery had 38 acres under vine. Since that time, it has expanded to over 180 planted acres under vines as well as an inn and five-star restaurant on the property. Luca is a former member of the governor-appointed Virginia Wine Board (appointed by 4 different governors). His wines have won accolades in competitions in San Francisco, New York, Dallas, London, and more. Luca enjoys cooking, hiking, fishing, and raising his three children with his wife at home in Orange, Virginia.
Paired with a 5-course dinner by , this intimate evening offers a refined exploration of craftsmanship, seasonality, and Sense of Place.
Course I
Roasted Delicata Squash
Stracciatella, Olive Oil, Pistachio, Pomegranate, Arugula, Parmesan
Barboursville • Allegrante Rose’ • 2025
Course II
Charred Octopus
Stewed White Beans, Herbs, Lemon
Barboursville • Nascent • 2020
Course III
Squid Ink Agnolotti
Ricotta & Squash Filling, Crab Beurre Blanc, Parmesan
Barboursville • Nebbiolo Reserve • 2023
Course IV
Beef Cheek Ragu
Fontina Polenta, Stewed Mushrooms, Baby Kale (Contains: Milk)
Barboursville • Octagon • 2021
Course V
Persimmon Tiramisu
Persimmon & Mascarpone Filling, Wine-Soaked Ladyfingers (Contains: Tree Nuts, Milk, Wheat)
Barboursville • Paxxito • 2021
We are happy to accommodate ONLY Vegetarian (VG) and Gluten-Free (GF) dietary requirements if noted at checkout. This is a communal, seated dinner with a fixed menu.
Traveling from out of town? A room block is available at the Residence Inn Marriott Short Pump (The Notch), $159/night. Located only 4 miles from Dover Hall Book or stay at Dover Hall for $495. Email Mitsi at [email protected]
Local Shopping Opportunities: Visit some of Virginia's best retailers while you are in town! Short Pump Town Center is located just 2 miles from the Residence Inn Marriott Short Pump (The Notch). There are also hundreds of national and local retailers and restaurants just a stone's throw from Short Pump Town Center.
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ABOUT US
Dover Hall Experiences was established by Chad Hornik and Jeff Ottaviano at the majestic Dover Hall Estate in 2017. The objective was to create unparalleled guest experiences through unforgettable events and an in-house, award-winning culinary and wine program.
Over the last 9 years, the incredible team at Dover Hall has hosted thousands of weddings, corporate functions, fundraisers, holiday parties, celebrations of life, and world-class food and wine events like our Winemaker Dinner Series. Dover Hall was voted “Best in North America for Weddings, Parties, and Celebrations" in 2025 & 2026 by Condé Nast Johansens.
7 Lady Vineyards was founded in 2018 when Chad and Jeff planted our estate-grown Viognier "North Block" and Cabernet Franc "South Block" on property at Dover Hall. Since our first vintage in 2022, 7 Lady Vineyards has been one of Virginia's premier wineries, winning countless awards and recently being recognized as a winner in the Governor's Case with the 2026 Governor's Cup Competition. The 7 Lady Vineyards tasting room will be opening on the property at Dover Hall in the next couple of months.
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ATTIRE
Dress Doveresque... Jacket suggested
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For any questions, contact our Event Manager, Stephanie Butrico, stephanie@doverhall.com
Agenda
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Doors Open | Guests are welcome to explore Dover Hall’s main level
Info: The Bar will be open for the purchase of cocktails, 7 Lady Vineyards wine, etc. No Cash Accepted
🕑: 07:00 PM
Guests Seated for Dinner
🕑: 09:30 PM
End of the Evening | Final Wine Purchases
Event venue & nearby stays
Dover Hall, 1500 Manakin Road, Richmond, United States
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