Sip & Create - Holiday Wreath
2022-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Join us on Saturday, December 10th in creating a Holiday Grapevine Wreath. How “wine” appropriate! Create an 18″ wreath from a grapevine form, adding fresh greens, ribbon and other natural materials.
This class will be hosted in our Historic Slave Quarters at 12pm. Please note that limited seating available.
The fee of $48 includes all supplies, instruction by Horticulturist Pat Reilly and a glass of wine.
The workshop will provide ribbon and instruction on bows or loops but if you have bows or other items you’d like to work into your wreath, feel free to bring them. If you are allergic to Frasier Fir, pine, juniper, false cypress, or boxwood, please advise us in advance. To minimize sharing, it will be helpful if you would bring your pruners or clippers. You may also want to bring your garden gloves as materials are sometime prickly or ooze sap.
Contact your instructor, Pat Reilly, at pat@thereillygroup.net with any questions or concerns.

Effingham is a 21+ property.

2 Southern Belles Food Truck
2022-12-11 13:30 - 17:30 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
2 Southern Belles will be at Effingham from 1:30pm – 5:30pm with food for purchase. 2 Southern Belles serves Southern, Creole, and a touch of Latina. Their menu includes hot bowls of Seafood Gumbo, Corn Bread, Empanadas, REAL Banana Pudding and so much more!

Christmas Eve Open 11a - 3p
2022-12-24 11:00
Last, last chance to get a Christmas Gift!!

Christmas - Winery Closed
2022-12-25
Effingham Manor will be closed on Christmas Day 12/25. We hope everyone has a wonderful Holiday!

New Years Eve - Open 11a - 3p
2022-12-31
While here, check out the Sparkling Wine seminar with Professor Frank Reilly.

Bubbles - Don’t Be Intimidated
2022-12-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Celebrate the New Year with BUBBLES! We are excited to end the year with a special Effingham Wine University Class. Join Professor Frank Reilly in exploring sparkling wines from all over the world. Professor Frank will review flavor profile, wine making technique, and the difference between cava, demi sac, and asti. You will leave knowing more about Sparkling Wine than you would’ve ever thought. PLUS, you get to drink it!
Class starts at 1pm and will be $65 per guest.
Guests will also enjoy a special tailored New Years Eve menu to pair with wines including caviar, smoked salmon, chocolate dipped strawberries and more. Please let us know if you need a gluten free alternative or a vegan plate by emailing jennifer@effinghammanor.com .

New Years Day - Winery Closed
2023-01-01
We are sleeping one off. We open Jan. 2 at 11am.

The Big Reds - Effingham Wine University
2023-01-22 12:00 - 13:30 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
We are delighted to bring back another year of Effingham Wine University! Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a series of classes, each focusing on wine education and knowledge. Your favorite University professor, Frank Reilly, is back for another exciting semester.
Our first class of Effingham Wine University is The Big Reds! You will sample a variety of “big red” wines including California Cabernets and Zinfandels to Argentine Malbecs and Italian Amarones. Then of course, we can’t forget Virginia Tannats and Petit Verdots.
Students will receive a small food-appropriate plate to accompany the wines. Not all dietary needs can be accommodated but please let us know if you had any dietary restrictions by emailing jennifer@effinghammanor.com .

This semester of Effingham Wine University will feature 3 classes. Each class is $60 per person. If you are interested in attending all 3 classes, please email jennifer@effinghammanor.com. By joining all 3 Winter Semester classes, you will reserve a discounted admission. Scheduled classes are January 22, February 19, and March 19. You can purchase to attend all 3 classes for only $150 per person (tax additional).

Valentine's Wine Dinner with Chris Pearmund - Sold Out
2023-02-11 18:30 - 21:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Join us on Saturday, February 11th for an intimate Valentine’s Dinner at Effingham Manor with your sweetheart. Chris Pearmund will be your host, guiding you through each course perfectly paired with an Effingham wine.
Doors open at 6:30PM with passed Hors d’oeuvres. Followed by a 4 course plated and served dinner.
Plated Dinner Menu provided by Distinguished Engagements
Aged Cheddar & Cream of Cauliflower Soup with a Broccoli Cheddar Crisp
Braised Pork Cheek with a Demi-glaze and Sweet Potato Curls
Surf n’ Turf Entrée of Beef Tenderloin Skewers with Cajun Bearnaise Sauce accompanied by a Marinated Shrimp Skewer in a Romesco Sauce served with Grilled Asparagus
Dessert of Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake, Cotton Candy Cloud and Raspberry Gastrique

We are sold out of this event! Please email us to be added to a wait/cancellation list. jennifer@effinghammanor.com

Wine Jeopardy
2023-02-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Let’s play Jeopardy! Test your knowledge with a Jeopardy style trivia. Fun for novices and geniuses alike.
Teams of 2-4 will compete in a series of Jeopardy style wine trivia, led by Al Guber of American Wine Society. Multiple choice style makes it an event for all skill/knowledge levels.
Light snacks are included with your ticket as well as tastings of wines from near and far, and of course, prizes for the winners!
We are offering two sessions in the Barrel Room at 12PM and 3:00PM. Please dress accordingly as the Barrel Room tends to be cooler.
The cost to attend is $25 per person and gets you some nibbles, wine and a good time!!
https://www.exploretock.com/effinghammanor/event/387695/wine-jeopardy

The Importance of Food Pairing
2023-02-19 12:00 - 14:30 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
It’s our next installment of Effingham Wine University! Professor Frank Reilly will guide you through “The Importance of Food Pairing”.
We always hear about a good pairing, but what makes a bad one? Guests will have the opportunity to taste our wines with an appropriate wine pairing and we’ll discuss the reasons why it works. Experience in real time the elements of what goes into a positive food pairing, and why certain foods are paired with certain wines.
Guests will try a variety of Effingham library and current vintage wines each paired with a small bite pairing. We are offering two sessions in the Barrel Room at 12PM and 2:30PM. Please dress accordingly as the Barrel Room tends to be cooler.
RSVP: here

Little Lady Grill Food Truck
2023-03-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Little Lady Grill is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. Little Lady Grill serves the most delicious Latin Fusion meals!

Jackleg Pizza Truck
2023-03-05 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Jack Leg Pizza Truck is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. Jackleg serves scratch Neapolitan style pizza.

Ireland Wine Dinner - International Chef's Table
2023-03-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
We are delighted to bring back our International Chef’s Table series! Join us on Friday, March 10th to kick off the 2023 season to celebrate IRELAND!
Enjoy a thoughtfully tailored Irish themed Menu, paired with Effingham wines. Dinner catered by Pampa’s Fox Catering. Each course will be served on small plates.
Menu:
Smoked Salmon on Irish Soda Bread Crostini
Irish Coddle (stew with bacon, sausage, onions, potatoes and a flavorful broth made
with Irish Stout)
Irish Meatloaf with Creamed Cabbage
Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake with Toffee Sauce
RSVP HERE

2 Southern Belles Food Truck
2023-03-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2023-04-01 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
2 Southern Belles will be at Effingham from 12pm – 5pm with food for purchase. 2 Southern Belles serves Southern, Creole, and a touch of Latina. Their menu includes hot bowls of Seafood Gumbo, Corn Bread, Empanadas, REAL Banana Pudding and so much more!

Island Soul Food Truck
2023-03-12 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Island Soul is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. Island Soul serves delicious jerk chicken, Jamaican patties and more!

Effingham Barrel Tastings
2023-03-18 11:30 - 16:00, 2023-03-19 11:30 - 16:00, 2023-03-25 11:30 - 16:00, 2023-03-26 11:30 - 16:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Join us in the Barrel Room for our Annual Barrel Tastings!
Barrel Tastings give guests the opportunity to sample new vintages before they get bottled. Our winemaking team will guide you through the 2022 vintage wines while discussing the techniques and methods they use to make Virginia’s best wine.
We are offering two weekends with 4 daily sessions (11:30AM, 1PM, 2:30PM, 4PM). Some of the wines you will be tasting will include, Petit Manseng, Cabernet Franc, Tannat and Reserve (just to name a few). This event will be hosted in our Barrel Room.
Guests of our Barrel Tastings will receive exclusive discounts on purchases of the pre-released wines featured at this event. “Future” wines will be available to be picked upon bottling.
Reservations are required to attend a Barrel Tasting session. Please note, each session will have limited spots available.
Not all dietary needs can be accommodated but please let us know if you had any dietary restrictions by emailing jennifer@effinghammanor.com .

Hangry Panda Food Truck
2023-03-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
The Hangry Panda food truck is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. They serve tasty Asian street food.

Come out and join a real Pandastic experience and wonderful merry-making.— A truckload of scrumptious 42+ menu items, a total street-food curbside feast! Heavenly steaming hot Pho noodles soup, delectable Shrimp Macarena, Tofu Bamba, Mambo Chicken, Crispy Gyoza, Shanghai Lumpia, Bang-Bang Chicken, Big Daddy Hot Mess, super fresh Fusion Tacos, unbowlievable salad-series, Chef’s Special items, Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free, as well as Kids’ Favorites… and lots more! Everything is oozing with endless awesomeness, guaranteed to soothe your bellies and soul! . . .
PREORDER https://hangrypanda.square.site/
**PREORDERING DIRECTIONS**
1. Go to this site: https://hangrypanda.square.site/
2. Click “CHOOSE LOCATION”
3. BE SURE to CONFIRM your scheduled pick-up date and your “pickup location”…
4. Choose your preferred pick-up time.
5. Select desired items and click “Add to Order”
6. Click check out. Complete the details section (payment info). Enter your cell number to get alerts when your meal is ready.
7. Review and then DON’T FORGET to hit THE SUBMIT BUTTON

The HaBeeBee's Food Truck
2023-03-19 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
The HaBeeBee’s food truck is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. They serve Middle Eastern/Mediterranean fusion entrees.

Pua's Plate Lunch Food Truck
2023-03-25 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Pua’s Plate Lunch food truck is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. Pua’s serves delicious Hawaiian and Island entrees.

Nomz Food Truck
2023-03-26 12:00 - 17:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Nomz food truck is here from 12pm – 5pm with meals for purchase. Nomz serves tasty Persian meals.

➤PREORDER LINK WILL BE LIVE AT NOMZTRUCK.COM
Walk-up customers are always welcomed, order-ahead is highly encouraged to avoid a wait-time and overcrowding.
**PREORDERING DIRECTIONS**

Go to this site: WWW.NOMZTRUCK.COM
Click “CHOOSE LOCATION”
BE SURE to CONFIRM your pick-up date and the address as the “pickup location”…
Click the “clock” icon

to choose your preferred pick-up time.

Select desired items and click “Add to Order”
Click check out. Complete the details section (payment info). Enter your cell number to get alerts when your meal is ready.
Review and then DON’T FORGET to hit THE SUBMIT BUTTON

Murder Mystery Dinner Show - Sold Out
2023-03-31 18:30 - 21:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Murder on the Love Boat
Welcome aboard The Mediterranean Mermaid as she returns home from another fun-filled trip full of romance, adventure, and … a dead body. It appears that one of the passengers was found dead next to the railing. Now, it’s up to you, your fellow passengers, your Captain, and your lovely cruise director to solve the crime. Luckily, an FBI agent has just been air-lifted aboard to help. But wait, he has his own agenda… Murder on the Love
Tickets will include a welcome glass of wine and dinner (served buffet style).
Doors will open no earlier than 6:30PM
Show begins at 7:15PM
MENU – provided by Distinguished Engagements
Summer Mixed Greens Salad (gf, veg)
Grilled Chicken Breast with Apricot and Caramelized Shallot (gf)
Grilled Mixed Vegetables (veg, gf)
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes (veg, gf)
Plated Vegetarian Entrée available by preorder only – Roasted Vegetables sautéed with Pasta and a Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Sauce
Plus, dessert!
Dietary Needs: Due to the size of this event, not all dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Vegetarian Entrée and Gluten Free Dessert can be requested with ADVANCED NOTICE (no later than March 22nd). To inquire more information, please email jennifer@effinghammanor.com
Seating Notes: Table seating is arranged prior to the start of the event. If you want to sit with another group, please include the other guests name in your reservation notes or email jennifer@effinghammanor.com . Due to the size of this event, guests will be seated with other parties.
For those who are wanting to dress accordingly, cruise attire would fit the bill. Think nautical and vacation vibes – don’t forget the sunscreen. Ship captains, bartenders, and more than a few cruise directors a la The Love Boat
Show Notes: Guests be aware that the show contains adult humor and innuendos that may not be suitable for all audiences.
Effingham Manor is an adults only winery – all guests must be 21 years or older (no infants or toddlers).

Live Music by Scott Stallard
2023-04-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
Live Music by Scott Stallard from 1pm – 4pm at Effingham Manor.

Adult Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch
2023-04-08 10:30 - 13:00
Join us on Saturday, April 8th for an Adult Easter Egg Hunt & Brunch!
The Egg Hunt will begin at 10:30AM and eggs will be hidden throughout our beautiful grounds and gardens, filled with candy and prizes. Prizes will include gift certificates, complimentary tasting cards, wine discounts and more! Find the GOLDEN EGG to win our grand prize – a gift basket filled with Effingham goodies.
10:30AM – Egg Hunt
11:00AM – Welcome Cocktail & Brunch served in the Winery Building
Menu
provided by Pampa’s Fox Catering
Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole (veg)
Seasonal Fruit Display (gf) (veg)
Caramelized Onion & Gruyere Quiche (veg)
Sausage Links and Bacon Strips (gf)
Italian Roasted Garlic & Parmesan Potatoes (gf) (veg)
Chicken Empanadas
Assorted Muffins and Fruit Bars (veg) (gf)
Tickets will include a glass of sparkling and brunch (served buffet style). Additional wine available to purchase by the bottle or glass.
Event is held rain or shine. Effingham is an adult’s only destination (no guests under 21 years of age) and please bring your pets at home.

Closed Easter Sunday
2023-04-09
Happy Easter! We will be closed on Sunday, April 9th.

Argentina Wine Dinner - International Chef's Table
2023-04-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Effingham, Effingham Manor, 14325 Trotters Ridge Pl,, Nokesville, 20181, United States
It’s our next installment of our International Chef’s Table series! Join us on Friday, April 14th to celebrate AREGENTINA!
Enjoy a thoughtfully tailored menu, paired with Effingham wines. Dinner catered by Pampa’s Fox Catering, who are originally from Argentina! Each course will be served on small plates.
Doors open at 6:45PM
RSVP HERE
