With so many vineyards to choose from, how do you know which ones are the best vineyards in Virginia? Virginia wine country stretches all over the state, no longer confined to the familiar stretches in the Shenadoah Valley or Central Virginia regions. If you’re taking a road trip, this weekend you’re more likely than not to happen upon a winery or vineyard with a tasting room. With more than 230 wineries in Virginia, how do you choose where to begin?
Wine enthusiasts in Virginia and across the US, have been busy visiting tasting rooms from Chesapeake Bay to Blue Ridge, determining which wineries offer the best-quality wines, the most fun experiences and the best hospitality.
So you don’t have to sift through all of the reviews online, we have simplified our list based on top reviews online. Whether you want a winery bed and breakfast getaway, or an educational visit with tastings, or picture perfect setting with delicious food and wine pairings, we’ve got you covered before you head out!
Below are our recommendations for the best Virginia wineries:
Best Vineyards in Virginia
River Hill Wine & Spirits – Luray, VA
“the wines were very good the corn liquor was good and the bourbon was smooth the staff (owners) are all friendly and helpful …….Fred walks you step by step through his process then the tasting is all free ”“We sampled a few fruit wines, received a personal tour of the distillery, and sampled some whiskey and bourbon.”
Little Washington Winery – Washington, VA
Carl, Donna and staff are wonderful hosts and have created a beautiful venue for a relaxing afternoon of wine tasting and absolutely gorgeous scenery.”
“What a lovely setting with breathtaking views of Shenandoah mountains – delicious wines & super knowledgeable host!”
Silver Hand Meadery – Williamsburg, VA
“Enjoyed sampling all of the very unique varieties of mead but found the honey tasting to be very interesting and fascinating.”
“We ended up purchasing the cinnamon whipped & meadow foaming honey as well as the Dream Weaver & Soak Up The Sun meads to take back home.”Learn More
King Family Vineyards – Crozet, VA
Very cool locations wonderful family business, great wines and what I really loved was the entire concept of a winery with lots of spaces outdoor where family and friends can go to hang out and spend a nice day.”
“We purchased a bottle of wine, cheese, ham, and hot bread + chocolates and had a wonderful afternoon under a covered porch overlooking acres and acres of the vineyards.”
Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards – North Garden, VA
Huge variety of high quality reds, whites, and sparkling (which is still rare in Virginia and which they produced in the traditional, higher quality French method that creates finer bubbles and a more velvety text. “The views here are stunning, the food is delicious, the service is outstanding and the wine tasting is a fun, wonderful experience.”
Veritas Vineyard & Winery -Afton, VA
“The wines were very good as well and we particularly liked the following wines: White: Viognier 2016 Red: Vintners Reserve (VR) Red Looking forward to stopping at this winery again on our next visit to Afton, VA.”
“We found a quiet spot overlooking the beautiful vineyard (away from an on site wedding) and sampled three different wines that everyone enjoyed.”
Chateau Morrisette Winery -Floyd, VA
“We come every year to concerts and this year was great weather and good concert on Saturday, great wine tasting, crafts, etc. also went came back on Sunday for free concert.”
“We took a guided tour and afterwards enjoyed our tasting as everyone was extremely nice and helpful in answering our questions on the different wines.”
Rappahannock Cellars – Huntly, VA
“Colleen was great giving us our tasting and all the wines were great, with some fun bubbly options and a great not-too-sweet port.”
“Sherry and Theresa were wonderful hosts and we thoroughly enjoyed our conversations with them during the wine-tasting.”
Trump Winery -Charlottesville, VA
“Nestled adjacent to the Jefferson and Madison Wineries, the Trump winery is a wonderful spot to enjoy some exceptional views of the Virginia countryside.”
“Largest Vineyard in Virginia, Superb Location, Small Visitor’s Center, Excellent Wines, Views to Die For.”
Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins – Barboursville, VA
“In their beautiful reserved tasting area overlooking the vineyards, we enjoyed a seated 5-year vertical tasting of their Cab Franc – 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012 – hands down, 2012 was the best and a bargain.”
“The tasting room is great and the Library, where you can settle in for wine and snacks, is divin
Desert Rose Ranch & Winery – Hume, VA
We were blessed with great weather and enjoyed the great wines and authentic people that worked at the winery.”
“If you’re looking for great wine in a fun, laid-back atmosphere, Desert Rose is perfect for you!”
Jefferson Vineyards – Charlottesville, VA
“The first stop was 1. Jefferson Vineyards Great location and beautiful view: the wine tasting was great, our guide was knowledgeable and very attentive to our questions.”
“This was easily one of our favorite wineries in Charlottesville – good value for a great variety of wines.”
Williamsburg Winery – Williamsburg, VA
“our tour guide for the Reserve Tour and Tasting was excellent- we truly enjoyed ourselves learning so much about wine and meeting new people; as it was nice to experience without our kids”
“We had an in-depth tutorial tour, seeing some different parts of the wine-making process and a curated tasting from our knowledgeable and friendly sommelier, Jeff.”
Blenheim Vineyards – Charlottesville, VA
“The folks are friendly and knowledgeable, the tasting room designed by owner Dave Matthews and William Johnson is unique with paneled glass floors allowing you a bird’s-eye view into the wine production facilities.”
“We were in the area to attend the Montpelier Steeple Chase on November 2nd which we highly recommend as a premier, upscale tailgating event so we visited wineries int the area and this was our favorite.”
The Winery at Bull Run – Centreville, VA
“The wines are interesting and crafted from local grapes, the sommelier was knowledgable and made the visit so much fun, and enjoying all of this atop a hill in a historic site made the afternoon quite memorable.”
“His extensive knowledge of each wine as well as the sharing of historical information attached to each wine and the origin of the winery itself made for an informative and memorable tasing experience.”
868 Estate Vineyards -Purcellville, VA
“Friends and I stop by this winery every couple of months, and each time we feel/treated like family- The Wine is luscious and the service is impeccable!”
“Wonderful ambiance in the restaurant, special wine tasting pairings, an amazing view and superb staff.”
Bluestone Vineyard – Bridgewater, VA
“The sommeliers are very nice and knowledgeable about all the wines and are happy to help you pick out the best wines for you!! Bluestone Vineyards is one of the BEST wineries I’ve ever visited!!”
“I was surprised to learn that Bluestone is one of the two vineyards in Virginia that make Moscato, so this winery remains on my favorite list for Virginia wineries!”
Bluemont Vineyard -Bluemont, VA
“It’s an easy escape complimented by my favorite reds and whites and delicious apps – try the Italian Comfort Duo or the baked brie with wine jelly — YUM! Honestly one of the most relaxing places and prettiest places…”
“… guide who stayed with us for 2 hours explaining everything, touring us through the production, the vineyards themselves, explaining the entire process and the different grapes, and tasting many different wines!”
Abingdon Vineyards -Abingdon, VA
“The winery offers wine tastings for red and white wines and allows you to take your favorite 4 samples to the picnic area so you can decide which ones you wish to purchase.”
“Loren Gardner couldn’t offer us a vineyard tour during the time of our visit but we had a lovely time nevertheless and enjoyed our visit to his vineyards very much indeed.”
Early Mountain Vineyards
“This winery/tasting room also offers a delightful and delicious range of appetizers, salads and entrees plus desserts to complement your glass/bottle of wine.”
“Lovely, lovely setting with excellent wine, welcoming staff and Bonus: Dog Friendly”
Stone Tower Winery – Leesburg, VA
“Had a great tasting with Susan, who was very knowledgeable about the winery and history and super nice too!”
“it got quite crowded on a saturday afternoon but we were able to grab a spot on some couches on the porch overlooking the vineyard, which was a perfect way to spend an afternoon.”
Greenhill Winery and Vineyards -Middleburg, VA
“Leanne is so well educated and informative about the wines, and we really enjoyed her stories and wonderful sense of humor.”
“If you are looking for an upscale winery to relax and unwind with a beautiful view and excellent service…Greenhill is all that and more!”
Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery -Nellysford, VA
They have a wonderful blackberry patch- vines are upright and thornless so easy to pick- just bring water can it can get hot!!! Nice covered porch for sitting outside and dogs are welcome there.”
“I like wineries that include sweet wine options and Hill Top came highly recommended from the Charlottesville Tourism Information Center (Carla & Jon).”
Old House Vineyards -Culpeper, VA
“This place has something for everyone… a vineyard with some very good wines, a microbrewery for the beer lovers and to my surprise a distillery with a nice whiskey!”
“(Do yourself a favor and order a pair) And be sure to wear them and your sweatshirt on a cool spring day or a cool fall day when you come out to play some chess, have a picnic and enjoy a bottle of wine.”
Fabbioli Cellars – Leesburg, VA
“There are other NoVa wineries with better views or ambiance, but this is a great go-to for people who like to learn about the wine and enjoy the addition of yummy food parings.”
“Doug Fabbioli also creates some showstopper wines: the limited edition Rose of Merlot comes in a heart-shaped bottle and he makes a signature Pear Wine with a pear grown in the bottle.”
Rockbridge Vineyard – Raphine, VA
“Fantastic stop for a wine tasting and a glass of wine among the vines!”
“I visit a lot of wineries on my travels, and this one is definitely a favorite!”
Keswick Vineyards – Keswick, VA
Sampling the various wines was paired with an explanation of the wine making process and the various selections produced from the grapes planted on the property.”
“So good especially the 2016 cab sav My other favorites were the 2017 merlot and the 2017 Touriga.”
Barrel Oak Winery – Delaplane, VA
“We started wine a wine tasting and it was very well received with just the right amount of knowledge from the staff (Ashley and Mackenzie were very knowledgeable and friendly and very good with our dog ( yes they…”
“Bow wow… as in THE most dog-friendly winery (and brewery) in this area…the staff even provide a list they have put together of all the other local dog-friendly (or not) wineries in the area”
Barren Ridge Vineyards – Fishersville, VA
“We found this winery while on vacation to Staunton and the lit fireplace, acoustic singer in teh background and family and friends inside enjoying the weekend made us feel we had chosen right.”
“The 2018 vintage was exceptional and we purchased two bottles of the Barren Ridge Red Barren wine which is a red blend and the one bottle of the 2016 Merlot which was also exceptional.”
