What a lovely building is the Gabriel Archer Tavern. It’s small with a patio under the crepe myrtle in the front. There’s a main room with wooden tables, and a back, glass-enclosed seating area overlooking the flourishing grapes, their vines entwined on supports and lined up neatly in rows. This is the venue for the Lunch included in our wine tasting tour. Great choice.
We each had another, more leisurely glass of wine. I tried and was mightily pleased by the Andrewes Merlot while Rob and Michael tried and enjoyed the Cabernet Sauvignon. You can imagine our contented smiles.
Lunch was lovely and leisurely. There was a specific menu included in the tour, but none of us felt deprived. Presentation was excellent, and the feeling of familiar surroundings was enhanced when our waiter’s wife and almost brand new baby sat next to us. I have to include the menu so you can get an idea of how nicely lunch complemented the tour.
Menu
We each had another, more leisurely glass of wine. I tried and was mightily pleased by the Andrewes Merlot while Rob and Michael tried and enjoyed the Cabernet Sauvignon. You can imagine our contented smiles.
Lunch was lovely and leisurely. There was a specific menu included in the tour, but none of us felt deprived. Presentation was excellent, and the feeling of familiar surroundings was enhanced when our waiter’s wife and almost brand new baby sat next to us. I have to include the menu so you can get an idea of how nicely lunch complemented the tour.
Menu
All platters served with Gabriel Archer Salad of Mixed Baby Greens with House-made vinaigrette.
Ham, Turkey, Granny Smith Apples Havarti & Cheddar Roast Turkey and Smoked Gouda with Cranberry
ChutneyRoast Beef and Brie with Horseradish Sauce
Prosciutto, Provolone and Cappicola HamVine Ripened Tomato & Mozzarella with Basil Pesto MayonnaiseGrilled Chicken Wrap with Feta, Oven Roasted Tomatoes, Arugula & Pesto Mayonnaise
~ Lunch includes one glass of wine from the following selections ~
Governor’s WhitePlantation BlushJames River WhiteTwo Shilling RedJohn Adlum ChardonnayJ. Andrewes MerlotArundell Cabernet Sauvignon
Also included Cookies
Coffee, Tea and Water served upon request
Price and Menu Subject to Change without notice. Additional Charge for selecting items off our Expanded Menu.
We agreed that we’d return to Gabriel Archer Tavern if we had the opportunity. Michael, in fact, said he’d probably drive over from Newport News to purchase wine, and if he had a guest, the winery would be an excellent stop.
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