Paul Ting developed an interest in wine while stationed near Napa Valley during his time in the United States Air Force. Subsequently, he obtained a certificate in winemaking from the University of California, Davis, and holds professional certifications in sake, cider, and shochu. A Virginia resident for most of his life, Ting is an enthusiastic supporter of the Virginia wine industry. He is honored to have judged the Homestead Norton Cup Challenge, Shenandoah Cup, Monticello Cup, and Virginia Governor’s Cup competitions. Ting is a co-founder of Virginia Wine Benefit, a nonprofit organization dedicated to partnering with our local wine industry to support charitable causes.
Sweet wine for your Valentine: Our favorite local dessert wines
Some “serious” wine drinkers malign sweet wines. It’s understandable, because most are mass-produced simply by adding sugar to a red or white base that doesn’t have much character to begin with. True connoisseurs stop short of condemning the whole category, knowing that some are made with great care and skill (and without added sugar), and […]