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Virginia Wines
Over a hundred wineries and vineyards dot the Shenandoah Valley's rolling hills just outside the capital, producing award-winning wines such as Rappahanock Cellars' Viognier and Keswick Vineyard's Chardonnay. Vineyard tours and tastings available. http://www.virginiawine.org/
White House Christmas Ornament
Meticulously decorated, dated, and featuring a different design every year. Available at the White House visitors center. www.whitehousehistory.org
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