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Anatomy of an Epic Nosh Board: Charcuterie & Old‑World Bottles at Little Washington Winery
A 90‑minute, 21+ charcuterie and wine‑pairing session at Little Washington Winery that teaches which savory choices elevate — and which plainly ruin — classic Old‑World wines.
Anatomy of an Epic Nosh Board: Charcuterie & Old‑World Bottles at Little Washington Winery.
Embark on a culinary journey at Little Washington Winery with the Charcuterie Board experience: a guided session that shows you how to elevate your tasting game by pairing savory delights with wines — and to spot the obvious pairing mistakes that blunt a bottle’s character.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
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A Signature Series deep dive into storied bottles: Barolo, Grand Cru selections and Rioja Gran Reservas — wines presented as examples of history, place and patience.
What to Pair — and What to Avoid
Hands‑on guidance that identifies which savory components genuinely enhance a wine and which obvious choices will undermine it — the program even calls out the single obvious item that ruins wine.
A Tasting to Share
Designed to be enjoyed with friends, the experience blends tasting, storytelling and approachable instruction — no snobbery, no stuffiness, just clearer tasting and better gatherings.
What the day feels like
What the Session Feels Like
Over an hour and a half you move through focused tastings and charcuterie pairings that illuminate how texture, salt and fat interact with tannin, acid and oak; the format is conversational and informative, aimed at tasters who want to understand the bottles as much as enjoy them.
THE WINES
Old‑World Icons
A Signature Series deep dive into storied bottles: Barolo, Grand Cru selections and Rioja Gran Reservas — wines presented as examples of history, place and patience.
THE TECHNIQUE
What to Pair — and What to Avoid
Hands‑on guidance that identifies which savory components genuinely enhance a wine and which obvious choices will undermine it — the program even calls out the single obvious item that ruins wine.
THE SOCIAL
A Tasting to Share
Designed to be enjoyed with friends, the experience blends tasting, storytelling and approachable instruction — no snobbery, no stuffiness, just clearer tasting and better gatherings.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this experience suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No special equipment is required for the tasting; the operator does not list gear requirements.
The session runs for one hour and a half.
The outing is priced at $60 and is for ages 21 and older.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Anatomy of an Epic Nosh Board experience?
The experience lasts one hour and a half.
What is the minimum age to attend?
This tasting is restricted to guests aged 21 and over.
How much does the experience cost?
The listed price for the experience is $60.
Where is the tasting held?
The event is operated by Little Washington Winery in Washington, Virginia, United States.
Which wines are featured in the Signature Series tasting?
The Signature Series highlights Old‑World bottles including Barolo, Grand Cru selections and Rioja Gran Reserva verticals, among others.