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Wednesday April 16, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT


The Virginia Wine Collective invites guests to an intimate wine tasting and tour, offering a unique opportunity to explore the winemaking process firsthand. Moving in small groups through the production facility, attendees will visit each winemaker, enjoying a glass of wine and engaging in discussion before progressing to the next station. This event provides an up-close look at the artistry behind Virginia wine, fostering connections between winemakers and the community.

Launched by Eastwood Farm and Winery, the Virginia Wine Collective is a collaborative production facility and tasting room dedicated to supporting independent winemakers. Building on the success of past Tom Tom Festival events, this year’s experience will take guests deeper into the winemaking process while sparking conversations on industry growth, pathways to ownership, and diversity in winemaking. With wines crafted by multiple independent producers and served in a shared tasting space, the event highlights the intersection of craft, community, and collaboration. Pre-registration is required, with tickets available for $25. The program will begin promptly at 6 p.m.

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Speakers
avatar for Matthieu Finot

Matthieu Finot

Winemaker, Domaine Finot, King Family Vineyards
Matthieu was born in Crozes Hermitage in the Rhone Valley of France. Coming from a family of viticulturists and wine lovers, Matthieu was predisposed to continue his family’s pursuit of making and enjoying wine. He first studied viticulture and oenology at Beaune, in the heart of... Read More →
avatar for Julie Linker

Julie Linker

Founder, Delve Wines, Colombe Vineyards
Julie Linker's journey into wine making is a blend of passion and dedication. While maintaining a rewarding career as a psychologist, Julie established Colombe Vineyards in Nelson County in 2022. Named after her grandparents, the vineyard spans five acres and includes Roussanne, Cabernet... Read More →
avatar for Erin	Robertson

Erin Robertson

Owner, Dogwood & Thistle Wine Company
Erin started in the wine industry after graduating from Virginia Tech in 2001, moving to New York City and working for the B.R. Guest restaurant group in Manhattan. She made her way out to California in 2008 after working in her home state of Virginia at a bottle shop and for a local... Read More →
avatar for Sandy Robertson

Sandy Robertson

Owner, Winemaker, Dogwood & Thistle Wine Company
Born in Hong Kong, bred in England, Sandy started his career working at wineries in France and England and graduated from Plumpton College, the University of Brighton, with honors in Viticulture and Oenology. He came to Sonoma County in 2007 to work in the cellar at Merry Edwards... Read More →
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Jake Busching

Owner & Winemaker, Jake Busching Wines
In 1997 Jake Busching began working as the assistant vineyard manager for Jefferson Vineyards in the Monticello AVA of Virginia. Jake grew up on a farm in Minnesota and was familiar with the physical aspects and seasonality of agriculture and so took readily to vineyard management... Read More →
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Athena Eastwood

Owner, Eastwood Farm and Winery
Athena Eastwood is a commodities lawyer, recognized for her work helping agricultural clients develop innovative strategies to combat and adapt to climate change. She was recognized as a 2021 Trailblazer by the National Law Journal for her work designing products to support innovation... Read More →
Collaborator
avatar for Eastwood Farm and Winery

Eastwood Farm and Winery

Eastwood Farm and Winery is a women-owned, family-operated farm winery in Charlottesville, Virginia, spanning three generations of women making award-winning wines and ciders that reflect the terroir and the long history of grape growing and winemaking in Virginia. Eastwood is committed... Read More →
Wednesday April 16, 2025 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
The Virginia Wine Collective The Virginia Wine Collective 1585 Avon Street Ext, Charlottesville, VA 22902

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