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Current Events

For more details regarding our events contact Howard at:
540-364-6441 or
howard@chateauobrien.com
July 25th, 2009
Summer Crab Boil  
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
August 29th, 2009
Comedy Night - BBQ Dinner  
7:00 to 10:00 PM
September 12th, 2009
Murder Mystery Night  LIMITED SEATING
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
September 26th, 2009
Chili at the Chateau  
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
November 1st, 2009
3rd Year Anniversary - Cork Club Hunt  
11:00 - 5:00 PM
November 7th, 2009
Irish Stew Day at the Chateau  
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
December 5th, 2009
2009 Holiday Open House  
11:00 - 5:00 PM
December 12th, 2009
Holiday Vintners Dinner  
7:00 to 10:00 PM
December 19th, 2009
Private Cellar Tastings   EXCLUSIVE
11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Private wine tasting in the winery cellar with Expert Winemaker Jason Murray. During the private tasting, Jason will also focus discussions on:
> Understanding the distinct, unique style of Virginia wines in comparison to other world wine regions
> What differentiates Chateau OBrien at Northpoint wines from other Virginia wines
> Highlighting the past, present, and future of Chateau OBrien at Northpoints wines

Tasting are by appointment only (2 guest min/6 guests max)
Appointments guarantee one-hour private access to the cellar w/winemaker.
Call 540.364.6441 for further details

Past Events

June 27th, 2009
Private Cellar Tastings

EXCLUSIVE11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Private wine tasting in the winery cellar with Expert Winemaker Jason Murray. During the private tasting, Jason will also focus discussions on:
> Understanding the distinct, unique style of Virginia wines in comparison to other world wine regions
> What differentiates Chateau OBrien at Northpoint wines from other Virginia wines
> Highlighting the past, present, and future of Chateau OBrien at Northpoints wines

Tasting are by appointment only (2 guest min/6 guests max)
Appointments guarantee one-hour private access to the cellar w/winemaker.
Call 540.364.6441 for further details


June 13th, 2009
Luau at the Vineyard
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
May 23rd, 2009
Murder Mystery Dinner

LIMITED SEATING7:00 to 10:00 PM
A crime is committed at the winery. Each dinner guest becomes a detective (or maybe even a suspect) - following and collecting clues to solve this crime. This event has sold at the past two years. Reservations are reqired so make them soon by calling 540.364.6441 or emailing howard@chateauobrien.com.
Murder Mystery Flier


May 10th, 2009
Mothers Day
11:00 - 5:00 PM
> All moms will receive a free wine tasting and rose this day.
April 16th, 2009
Grapes with the Apes at the Smithsonian National Museum
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Join Chateau OBrien at Northpoint to toast wildlife conservation with FONZ Young Professionals at the Zoos wine-tasting event, Grapes with the Apes. Sample wines from a variety of local wineries, enjoy live music, and greet the baby gorilla in the Zoos Great Ape House.

The ticket price includes all wine samplings, a commemorative glass, and entertainment. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit the Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) website, fonz.org/afterhours.htm.
April 11th, 2009
Cork Club Easter Egg Hunt
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Light lunch available for purchase
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Cork Club Hunt in the Vineyard
Come join us for an adult easter egg hunt - except we will be hunting for corks instead. Your corks can be used toward your collection for the cork club.
> Golden Eggs: 40 corks, 30 corks and 20 corks and more prizes.
> LUNCH AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE THIS DAY
Cork Club Hunt Flier

March 26th, 2009
Fine Art and Fine Wine
6:00PM - 8:30 PM
Broadway Gallery
12231 Fair Lake Promenade Drive
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
www.broadwaygallery.net

Featuring:
Artist, Tina Palmer (www.tinapalmerart.com)
Vintner, Howard OBrien

Art Gallery Wine Tasting Flier

March 14th, 2009 - March 15th, 2009
3rd Annual St. Patricks Day Weekend
11:00 to 6:00 PM
Whether you have been before or this will be your first, our St. Patricks Day weekend celebration is one you will no doubt remember!

> Reservations are NOT required
> Traditional Irish fare served all day. Menu includes: corn beef and cabbage, Irish stew, shepherds pie, guinness cheesecake, and selection of Irish cheeses.
> Live band and bag pipes all day. Plus, Top O the Hour drawings for prizes every hour.
> $20 per person - includes food, winery souvenir glass, one complimentary glass of wine, music, beads and more!
Saint Patricks Day Weekend Celebration Flier

February 28th, 2009
Private Cellar Tastings

EXCLUSIVE11:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Private wine tasting in the winery cellar with Expert Winemaker Jason Murray. During the private tasting, Jason will also focus discussions on:
> Understanding the distinct, unique style of Virginia wines in comparison to other world wine regions
> What differentiates Chateau OBrien at Northpoint wines from other Virginia wines
> Highlighting the past, present, and future of Chateau OBrien at Northpoints wines

Tasting are by appointment only
(2 guest min/6 guests max)
Appointments guarantee one-hour private access to the cellar w/winemaker.
Call 540.364.6441 for further details
Private Cellar Tastings Flier


February 21st, 2009
Buddys 12th Birthday Celebration
11:00 to 5:00 PM
The winery mascot, Buddy, is turning twelve this year. In celebration, we will be releasing the local made Buddy’s Bistro Cheese on this day. Come enjoy free samples and cake.
Buddys Birthday Flier

February 14th, 2009
Valentines Day Dinner

LIMITED SEATING7:00 to 10:00 PM
Enjoy an intimate dinner with your sweetheart in the fireplace room at Chateau OBrien. Winery Head Chef, Wayne Halleran will prepare a 4 coarse meal exclusively for this occasion.
Valentines Day Dinner Flier