Virginia is for lovers. There's a reason it's the tourism slogan of the state! And what better place to enjoy a little romance than one of Virginia's 300+ wineries. From boutique wineries to grand scale elegance, there is something for everyone. With some well-crafted wines to match. Enjoy this list of romantic Virginia wineries! Best Virginia Wineries for Couples With so many to choose from, how do you find the most romantic wineries in Virginia? I've visited many, but I have detailed tours ...
Fauquier County Wineries
Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn – Taste & Tour
Building on the diverse lineup of wineries clustered among the hills of Delaplane, Aspen Dale Winery at the Barn stands solidly among its peers. One of the few wineries to actually merge Virginia's horse and wine country into a one-stop experience, Aspen Dale will be a hit from excited toddlers to sophisticated wine connoisseurs. You'd be hard pressed to find a member of your group who won't find something endearing about this winery. The Winery . . . As soon as you turn down the gravel ...
Miracle Valley Vineyard – Taste & Tour
After my visit to Delaplane Cellars, I decided to make a stop at nearby Miracle Valley Vineyard, as well. The Delaplane region has evolved into one of my favorite spots for discovering great wineries. A jump from the interstate and a short country ride will bring you to some of Virginia's greatest wineries. And if you're looking to combine some great wines with outstanding country atmosphere, Miracle Valley Vineyard should be added to your tour. Located atop rolling land against Little Cobbler ...
Delaplane Cellars – Taste & Tour
If you are visiting Northern Virginia looking for a cluster of diverse wineries, Delaplane is the area for you. Home to more than a half-dozen wineries, you can easily compose a tour to fill a full day. Some of my favorite Virginia wineries live here, including Blue Valley, Three Fox, and Arterra. Among this group you will also find the hillside boutique winery Delaplane Cellars, majestically positioned against the side of Lost Mountain. But before you traverse the hill, make sure you ...
Molon Lave Vineyards – Taste & Tour
Molon Lave Vineyards, with fifty acres of park-like land and vines, invites you for not merely a tasting, but an entire afternoon. Located in Warrenton, Virginia, the winery is easily accessible from the DC area, while offering a full dose of Fauquier County's crisp air to refresh your soul. Molon Lave is Greek for "come and get them" and it is advice you should well consider. There are so many wonderful and unique features of this estate winery; let's begin the journey. I love ...
Pearmund Cellars – Taste & Tour
If you're becoming familiar with the Virginia wine scene, odds are you've heard of executive winemaker Chris Pearmund and Pearmund Cellars. And that, my friend, is a good thing. Not only are they one of the most award-winning wineries in Virginia, they grow grapes or produce wines for other established wineries, including Vint Hill Craft Winery and the Winery at Bull Run. And if you've tasted Pearmund's wines, it's likely you've added some of their bottles to your collection. The drive ...
Morais Vineyards & Winery – Taste & Tour
Tucked far behind a low-profile white rock wall in Bealeton, Virginia, Morais Vineyards and Winery appears to be another historic Virginia estate. In the blur of your peripheral vision as you speed up US 17, you might not give it a second glance. But what lies at the end of the windswept lane is certainly worth more than a glimpse. As you wind up the 180-acre property, the grounds are manicured and evenly blended with vines and landscaping. Both grand and slightly whimsical, the property ...
Three Fox Vineyards – Taste & Tour
Located among the gently rolling hills of northern Fauquier County, Virginia, Three Fox Vineyards has something--and space--for everyone, right down to your kids and your dogs. Blending well-crafted wines, park-like serenity, and vast spaces that will satisfy your craving for freedom, Three Fox gets it all right. The hills are alive with . . . well, Pinot Grigio! And Viognier, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Fifteen acres of Three Fox Vineyards' sprawling 50-acre ...
Arterra Wines – Taste & Tour
Arterra Wines is indisputably one of Virginia's hidden treasures. And it is hidden. Arterra (and the associated Hawkmoth Art Gallery) are tucked off a pair of beaten paths in Delaplane, Virginia--beaten enough that you may want to take your SUV. But even if you need to hike, the journey will be worth the destination. With some of the finest crafted and true-to-terroir wines in Virginia, Arterra demands not merely to be sought after, but to be found. After twisting through lush forest and ...
