Join us for a wine dinner featuring the ports and Duoro wines of famed Portugese producer, Churchill’s. Founded in 1981 by John Graham, Churchill was the first Port Wine Company to be established in 50 years. Explore Churchill’s array of White, Tawny, and Vintage Ports along with Port-infused Cocktails and Duoro Wines paired with inventive Portugese-inspired dishes.
Featured wines / drinks:
- Churchills Dry White Port
- White Port & Tonic Cocktail
- Churchill’s Estates Grafite Douro White 2022
- Tawny Port-Bourbon Old Fashioned Cocktail
- 2017 Churchill’s Vintage Port
- Date: Tuesday, September 24th, 2024
- Time: 7 PM
- Location: Bottle Stop Wine Bar – 311 Mill Street, Occoquan Historic District, VA 22125
- Cost: $125 per person
- Sign up: https://www.exploretock.com/bottlestop/
Founded in 1981 by John Graham, Churchill’s became the first new Port Wine Company in 50 years. Named after his wife, Caroline Churchill, the company was born from John’s desire to carry on his family’s long tradition of port-making while crafting a unique, fresh, and dry style that reflects his personal touch. Over the decades, Churchill’s expanded to include a full range of ruby and tawny ports, but its commitment to vintage quality remains unchanged.
In 1999, Churchill’s acquired Quinta da Gricha, a 50-hectare grade-A vineyard that Johnny had coveted since his early days with Cockburn-Smithes. This acquisition marked a turning point, giving Churchill’s control over its grape supply and opening the door to producing Douro still wines.
In 2002, Johnny partnered with innovative Portuguese winemaker Ricardo Pinto Nunes to create Churchill’s Estates and Quinta da Gricha Douro wines. Together, they blend the discipline of vintage port-making with a spirit of experimentation, contributing to the vibrant new Douro wine movement.