Drink (and think) like a somm
Sunshine Ridge Farm
Sweet Grace
Virginia
Petit Manseng 50%
Chardonnay 50%
Ripe Pineapple, Honeysuckle, Fresh Pear, Lychee.
18 Months
Acacia Barrels
100%
ABOUT
Sunshine Ridge Farm 2025 Sweet Grace
Small bottle, big personality.
Sunshine Ridge Farm’s newest addition to their white wine lineup is a sweet, deeply complex blend of Petit Manseng and Chardonnay. Both grapes add enough acidity to the wine to balance the structure and set the stage for layers and layers of flavor.
Reminiscent of France’s famed Sauternes, the 2025 Sweet Grace delivers ripe tropical notes of pineapple and lychee, white flowers, honey, and dried fruit while boasting a full bodied sweet but balanced wine.
PAIRINGS
IN A PINCH
Blue cheeses and Pâte.
DEEPER DIVE
The obvious element to consider for pairing options in this wine is the sweetness, but it is complemented nicely with elevated acidity and tons of ripe fruit flavors.
This means this wine is going to be able to play a roll in savory and sweet dishes, and do particularly well with rich cheeses.
Asian cuisine like Thai and Indian are going to be great options here, especially if there is a little heat to match the sweetness.
STANDOUT FEATURES: Sweetness, full body, tropical fruit notes.
PAIRING SCALE
STEER CLEAR
Anything too light like white fish will easily get overpowered by this wine.
CHEESE OPTIONS
Stilton
Stilton
Country: England
Animal: Cow
Type: Hard
Texture: Crumbly
Style: Rich, creamy, earthy.
Brie
Brie
Country: France
Animal: Cow
Type: Soft
Texture: Creamy
Style: Nutty, rich, buttery.
Roquefort
Roquefort
Country: France
Animal: Sheep
Type: Semi-hard
Texture: Creamy
Style: Rich, tangy, creamy.
RECIPE IDEAS
SERVICE
WHICH GLASSES?
All-purpose glasses would be best for this aromatic wine.
BORDEAUX
BURGUNDY
FLUTE
COUPE
ALL-PURPOSE
WHITE
DESSERT
SHOULD I DECANT THIS?
Why Up to you”?
There is A LOT of complexity in this wine, and the longer it’s open, more and more flavors seem to develop. That said, a decanter could help bring those flavors out, but they also start to show up pretty quickly right out of the glass.
SERVING TEMP
The correct serving temperature is important to show a wine’s true potential, but don’t stress over getting the temp exactly right. Use the chart below to try to get in the right ballpark.
AGING
WHEN SHOULD I OPEN THIS?
If a wine has been released by the producer, it means it is ready to drink. Wines don’t necessarily get “better” with age, they just change. Typically, this change involves things like losing fresh fruit flavors in exchange for more savory notes.
The moment you should open the bottle depends on your preference, so it’s more important to understand the evolution and the life span of the bottle than it is to try to time its opening perfectly. (It’s far better to open a bottle too early than too late.)
This bottle should probably be opened between:
2026 – 2036
Development
PRODUCER
ABOUT US
Nestled on Lake Manassas in Gainesville VA, The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm is the only local winery with a breathtaking lakefront view. Our locally grown grapes and variety of wines offer something for every wine enthusiast. Our farm winery has grapes, fruit and hops planted to produce some delicious craft beverages. There is always something new being brewed!
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Woman owned and family operated, we are like no other, whether you want to read a book and peacefully enjoy a glass of wine or are looking to host your wedding or private event, we cater to many and are the perfect choice for any occasion. Our family looks forward to hosting you and our extraordinary staff will make every visit a memorable experience.
OUR FARM
Our farm winery was built from the land and has been designed to envelope you in the look and feel of a rustic lodge while offering the serenity and beauty of a countryside lake home. When visiting we want you to feel at home, so curl up on the plush couch in front of one of the fireplaces, enjoy a glass of wine with friends at a repurposed wine barrel table, or enjoy a hearty stout at the large pub table. Outside we have a Pergola with climbing hydrangeas and a large wraparound porch with seating so that you can watch the wildlife and breathe the fresh air coming across the water. Upstairs we have a lovely gallery area with additional seating and breathtaking views.
Interested in joining our wine club?
MEMBER BENEFITS
- 20% off the rental of the club level gallery and deck for your private events.
- Invitation to quarterly Founder’s celebrations with wine and food pairings included.
- One free tasting, glass of wine or pour of handcrafted brew for you and a guest every month.
- 15% off all food and drink purchases.
- 20% off all case purchases.
- Invitations to exclusive club member events and limited release celebrations.
- Free glass of wine or beer on your birthday.
