Get to know... Virgil Cardamone from Blue Mountain Vineyards

1. Which winery do you work for and how long have you worked there?

I have had the honor of representing Blue Mountain Vineyards for the last five years. I've been blessed with the opportunity to work alongside Joe, a master of his craft. My passion for this Vineyard has grown beyond a profession and lifestyle - it's become my heart and home.

2. What is your favorite wine that your winery makes, and why? What do you like to pair it with?

Our Petite Syrah and Shiraz are my personal favorites. The characteristic burst of fruit up front and velvety texture make it a perfect pairing with pastas and Italian food.

3. What is the most popular question you get asked by visitors about Lehigh Valley wine or wineries, and how do you answer it?

Whenever I'm in the field, customers are always curious about visiting the tasting room. They are always pleased to hear that they can visit our location in New Tripoli seven days a week. I always advise them to book a table for our weekly Sunday Blues Music and other annual events that are a staple at Blue Mountain.

4. What do you like most about local, Lehigh Valley wine and wineries?

I love the familial appeal of this industry. We are not only representing and promoting the craft of winemaking in the Lehigh Valley, but pushing the importance of our local agriculture. These are home-grown, family-owned vineyards that carry years of labor and love in our acres.

5. What is the one piece of advice you offer to wine lovers traveling along the Lehigh Valley Wine Trail?

I always advise that you take advantage of the variety. The beauty of the wine trial, and wine industry in general, is the vast options and ever changing choices for the palate. With nine beautiful wineries, the Lehigh Valley will certainly be a memorable and enjoyable experience for any wine lover.

Bring your friends for Ladies Night Out in April at Blue Mountain Vineyards

Ladies Night Out
April 8 from 6-9 pm

Join us for an evening of wine, chocolate, cheese, and relaxation. Grab your girlfriends, co-workers, daughters, mothers, and more and join us at Blue Mountain Vineyards. Live music will entertain you while you nosh on the three main food groups...wine, cheese, and chocolate!

Cost includes wine tasting, live music with Kendal Conrad, cheese, and chocolate. Other goodies will be available, too. Tickets must be purchased in advance. All ticket sales are final; no refunds will be issued. Once purchased, tickets will be held at the door on the night of the event. You do not need to pick up your tickets in advance. Limited tickets available. By law only Blue Mountain Vineyard wines can be consumed on the property. For more information and to purchase tickets, go here.

Sunday Blues

Join us every Sunday for music, fun and of course wine. Fast becoming a staple of Sunday activity in the Lehigh Valley, we attract the best musicians in the area. Let us help with the perfect way to "wine" down your weekend.

Please be aware that in the indoor room where the band is located seating is given to the first 50+ reservations, all other reservations will be seated outside or in the tasting room.

(No alcohol except for Blue Mountain Vineyards wine is permitted on the property or in the building. If found on your person you may be asked to leave.)

Reservations are required - (tickets need to be purchased at time of reservation). $5 per person (includes wine tasting). For more information and to purchase tickets, go here.

• March 6 - Sarah Ayers and James Supra Quartet
• March 13 - Scott Marshall 
• March 20 - Steve Brosky and Jimmy Meyer

March Wine Special - $3 off Shiraz

Available in store and online. To order online, visit www.bluemountainwine.com and enter the code MARCH at checkout. Offer expires 03/31/2016

Blue Mountain wines wine more awards; store at Lehigh Valley Mall reopens

Blue Mountain Vineyard Wines Win International Awards!
Eastern International Wine Competition (East Meets West)

For the second year, Vineyard & Winery Management Magazine combined two of its oldest and most established wine competitions into one by creating the International "East Meets West" Wine Challenge.  The judging was held Feb. 10-11, 2015 in Sonoma County, California. A total of 1164 wines were awarded medals. 

Since 1982, the West Coast Wine Competition has annually recognized wines produced and bottled in the West. The International Eastern Wine Competition, started in 1975, is one of the oldest and longest-running wine competitions in the nation. 

This year, the competitions merged into one large event. Wines were simultaneously judged in two established regional divisions: International Eastern Wine Competition and the West Coast Wine Competition. Traditional awards were given in each division. Best of Show winners moved on to compete in the East Meets West Taste Off to see which wine was best overall. This afforded each entrant two chances to win medals: one in its own division and one in the Taste Off. A Riesling Championship was also held.

Blue Mountain Vineyards Winners:

2013 Shiraz (not yet released) - GOLD

2014 Riesling (not yet released) - SILVER

2012 Pinot Noir (available now) - SILVER

Join us for Vino in the Valley starting this weekend.
Passports for the Lehigh Valley' Wine Trail's annual event are sold out. But if you got yours early, we hope to see you soon. Check out our food and wine pairings for each weekend  here. 

Blue Mountain Vineyard will have live music every Saturday and Sunday this month. On Sundays, we require a reservation for the music ($5 cover charge), so call the winery or visit our website to reserve your table. The Sunday Blues schedule is:

• March 8 - Adam Motto
• March 15 - Arianne Rox
• March 22 - Connie Edinger
• March 28 - Jake Kalegis & Mike Rauscher 

Due to high demand, we ask that you are here by 2:30 pm, or we will release your table to the next group. Parking is extremely limited. Carpooling is appreciated. 

Our Lehigh Valley Mall location is now open!

Visit our newly remodeled kiosk in the Lehigh Valley Mall, located near Starbucks and Littman Jewelers on the lower level of the mall. 

We now offer wine tastings, wine by the glass, wine and cheese pairings, wine accessories, and more.