Athena Vineyards & Winery
Mailing Address:3138 Jessie Dupont Memorial Hwy., Heathsville, VA 22473
Admin phone #: 804-580-4944
Email: winery@athenavineyards.com
Operator(s)/owners: Ada Jacox, Carol Spengler, Ruth Harris
Winemaker:  Jacques Recht
Media Contact: Ada Jacox
Number of Employees:2+ 4 pt
  Background: Nursing research in pain management and AIDS treatment in urban populations,
  Nursing administration, all in major universities.
Founded: Vineyard 2001, Winery 2004
Founded by:Ada Jacox, Carol Spengler, Ruth Harris
Vineyard Acres: 15 
First vines planted: 2002
Appellation: Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace
Unique terroir features: The vineyard sites are on a bluff overlooking the Great Wicomico River with good water and air drainage.  The
climate is mediated by the proximity of the Chesapeake Bay.
Major grape varieties: Chardonnay, Vidal Blanc, Seyval Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petite Verdot, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, Chambourcin
Wine styles or specialites: Vinifera, hybrid and American varietals. Interspecific hybrid blends
Production:  3000 cases/yr
Wine club(s): None at this time.
Annual events: N/A
Webpage: www.athenavineyards.com
Extended media resources: www.athenavineyards.com/media