Thomas Jefferson was confident that one day we’d have the capabilities to produce a variety of wines here in the United States that would rival those made in Europe. Join Poplar Forest for an afternoon dedicated to celebrating his foresight, when the Thomas Jefferson Wine Festival returns to the south lawn. Taste the latest varietals from multiple regional wineries. Be entertained by live performances by local musicians, graze on foods by local vendors and shop the artisan market for one-of-a-kind finds. Tours of the octagonal villa are available at a reduced rate throughout the day. Enhance your experience as a Jefferson VIP and enjoy access to a private tent, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a private audience with Mr. Jefferson himself and more.

General admission tickets—which include tastings and a complimentary Poplar Forest wine glass, while supplies last—are $30 in advance, $35 at the door; non-tasting tickets are $15; children age 6 and under, free. Jefferson VIP tasting tickets are $150 per person; Jefferson VIP non-tasting tickets are $75 per person.

Saturday, November 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.