Very dog friendly and fantastic wine! Was a perfect Saturday afternoon for our group of 4 with 2 dogs. The beer is solid, and there's live music too. Checked all the boxes for us. We will be back! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

We were on a wine tasting tour of London County VA wineries. This was our second stop. The owner Ed gave us a quick tour of the winery. He explained about his acreage and the grapes he was growing. Then we got to taste his wines. We had six scheduled but got two bonus wines. He and his wife are turning out some excellent wines! We got to taste the just bottled Tannat which was excellent. He had a Prosecco style sparkler that was excellent. His other wines were all great with the exception of Viognier. I'm not a fan of Viognier and I didn't like this one either. If you're in the area stop in! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Tenant! - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

I love this pet friendly winery in northern Virginia. The staff is so welcoming and friendly and their white wine and sparkling is really good! They also have food pairings which I love and a mini dog park outside! The views are stunning and the taste room was warm and cozy. This is a great weekend visit from DC and I'll definitely be back read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wine and bruschetta - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

I had an excellent visit to 8 Chains today. I was their first customer arriving at 1230 shortly after they opened. I was immediately greeted by the 2 staff working (Juliette and Kat) and given their menu. I showed them my Guide to Imbibe book and then we proceeded to have a conversation of other wineries nearby that I should visit. I opted for the flight board of 4 wines. The pours were great for sampling and I decided to add some salted caramel chocolate with it. The chocolates were yummy! They have plenty of seating indoors and out with a beautiful view of the winery as well. They also have a separate dog park area where dogs can play freely. They stamped my book but I didnt do the tasting, just got a flight so hopefully they honor it when I come back! I really enjoyed my first visit to 8 Chains and look forward to coming back. read more

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Delicious winery and brewery! The service was top notch by the owner and we learned so much by doing a tasting. They have ample seating inside, outside (covered & uncovered), and balcony seating with stunning views of the vineyards. We enjoyed a Friday there and they had a bottle & board special. We got 4 of their bruschettas - salmon, prosciutto, apple, & salami - all excellent options. Dog friendly with an off-leash dog area. If you are doing a wine tour or just looking for a good spot, this would be a worthy add. We've visited most vineyards in this area and this is a good one. read more

Amazing experience , wine was some of the best I've ever had, the flight experience was so fun and staff was super friendly. Loved the music there as well. read more

8 Chains North was an unplanned stop but we are so happy we stopped here! First of all, even though it is winery and I should write a review about wine first, but I want to start with the fact that this winery has a secluded area where dogs can be off leash and run around and play!!! What a phenomenal additions to a winery for those who brings their dogs with them. Second of all, yes to their wines and amazing staff who are super friendly and very knowledgeable. We will come back! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Sparkling Rose - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Good wine and chocolate. I like that you build your own flight for simple $20. The Conche chocolates were great $8 add on. . Not much else food. Lots of dogs on a Saturday afternoon. read more

My fave winery in the area! Such a cozy area to hang out, both inside on the couches, at the bar, or at the tons of outdoor seating. The dog park is also a really nice touch! Always a fan of anywhere that allows pups to join To top it off, the staff is super nice and the wine is DELICIOUS! I even brought my mom once who's fairly picky and she loved everything Oh, and def check out the view from the top deck. Ps don't like wine? They have local beer as well read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

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It was such a beautiful place. But I definitely had regrets about going here.... My regret was I forgot to bring my dog . It was amazing. The wine AND atmosphere was amazing!!!! I can't recommend enough but please don't make the same mistake I did and bring your furry friends with read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Had the best time at this winery. The music was great and entertaining. I didn't taste a wine I didn't like, the outside space is beautiful, the food was more than small bites as well as delicious and their members program gives your free bottles and tasting. I really wish I lived closer so this could be my home winery read more

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I cannot say enough good things about 8 Chains North. The fact it's only a 4.1 as I write this is disappointing. The tasting experience we had was delightful. The staff was impressive in their wine knowledge, personable, and frankly hilarious. The wine was delicious, I especially liked the Tannat and the Lo Co white blend (the one with Chardonnay). The view is of the vineyard, and the patio was lovely along with some snacks we brought with us. Overall it was a fabulous experience, one of my favorites from our 9 winery tour of Loudoun! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

We've been to 8 Chains North two weekends in a row. We love it. Such an appealing ambiance - and they have a great staff. The LoCo Vino White is fantastic. You are able to bring in your own food which is really nice. They also have food for sale, both prepared and in a fridge. We had the white pizza, which was delicious, and the bruschetta board, and enjoyed them both. There is plenty of seating inside and outside (covered and uncovered) with couches in addition to tables and chairs. It is one of the most comfortable wineries in the area - definitely worth a visit. read more

Only go here if you like being around dogs in close quarters, some of which may repeat may be agreessive making for an uncomfortable environment for some people. They allow dogs in the tasting room as well as outside where they have a lovely fenced in dog play area. I will not be returning, as I prefer a more peaceful, and safe indoor setting when I go to a winery. They do have friendly outgoing staff members, and good wines. read more

This place is money. Not only are the views fantastic, but so are the wines. Talked to owner as I was sampling and so informative on what to try. Came for a glass and left with four bottles. This is wine you want to drink and take home. Well done. I'll be back - often. :) read more

8 Chains North Winery - Outdoor area - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

While visiting family here we went on a wine and beer tour and 8 Chains was one of our stops. Tasty wines here. We tried a tasting then settled on a bottle to enjoy on the back patio. Very relaxing spot with nice views. Live music was on hand too. The staff is very friendly and know their wines. Definitely do a tasting as they offer a nice variety of reds and whites to try. The LoCo Vino was a good choice. read more

The landscape is beautiful and the place itself is nice and cozy. But the wines are just terrible. All reds are plain vinegar. read more

The George Mason alumni association held an event there that my wife and I attended. We got a tour of their vineyards and production area by the owner, and got a tasting of 7 of their wines, including a sneak peak of a 2023 cab sauv (I would have bought a couple Of bottles had it been available).He had lots of good information (as you would expect) and was very cordial. The winery itself is cute with some good wines, including one made with grapes from Washington state. Wish we could have stayed and enjoyed the ambiance, but had to go. We enjoyed our time there and might suggest offering a discount since we were part of a group. Took home two bottles anyway. Worth checking out if you're looking for a smaller, not as busy winery. read more

We have been to eight chains several times. Really love the live music when we come! When the weather is nice, there seating is superb. They have open seating, covered seating, fire pits, something to accommodate every preference. The wines are varied and of good quality. The servers are knowledgeable and fun. read more

8 Chains North Winery - On the patio! - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

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Located just outside Purcellville, this small winery offers some very drinkable wines with a family and dog friendIy atmosphere. There's ample seating both indoors and out on the covered terrace, where you also have a view of the vineyard. There's even a separate fenced area outdoors where your dogs can make some new pooch pals. Dogs are welcome inside the tasting room as well. There's live entertainment most weekends and a fireplace to curl up next to on chilly days. Basic nibbles including salamis, crackers and cheese are available for purchase. Or, if you're lucky you might happen on a food competition day and get a free cup of chili. They offer a special tasting featuring wines paired with chocolates from The Conche for a very reasonable up charge, which I highly recommend. A very pleasant place to while away a weekend afternoon. read more

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Nice place. Wines were OK, but nothing special. We principally came here because of the entertainment they had last Sunday afternoon - Kerry McCool. That was worth coming out for. Really liked his music, and how he interacted with the crowd. I'll watch for him coming back. read more

We randomly ended up here on our way from Sunset Hills to 3 Creeks. We saw a sign for 8 Chains North Winery and had never been, and in the spirit of a Friday with no work and no kids decided why not check it out? We're so glad we stopped by, what a hidden gem! We did the tasting (flights are also available) and really enjoyed the Merlot! The cabs were also solid. We enjoyed chatting with the knowledgeable, friendly pourers, and they also gave us bonus pours of both sparklings (which were delightful, I could see myself purchasing someday), Albariño, and Temperanillo. They were also advertising a fun Mother's Day mimosa event which I'd love to check out! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

An absolute gem!!! The wine is very good but everyone has their own taste and wine favorite. Mine for 8 Chains is the beautiful, bold taste of their Tempranillo. Awesome!! The thing that makes this place special are the new owners and all the work they have done to bring the incredible VA vineyard wonder and views alive ( vines, firepits, pond, music, etc...). A definite must!! read more

We visited 8 Chains Winery yesterday afternoon for a birthday party and we had a great experience. The 8 Chains staff was very helpful and friendly when trying to purchase wine. We tried two different wines, the Mourvèdre, which is a red wine and a table white wine. We enjoyed it and this winery has a spacious and comfortable feeling. There was a fireplace and guitar player on this gloomy and cold Sunday afternoon. The event space was very open and spacious with clean bathrooms. I would definitely recommend visiting this boutique winery where it's a friendly and comfortable environment. read more

8 Chains North Winery - Entrance - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

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My friends and I had a lovely time at 8 Chains North! Great ambiance for a cold, winter day. Staff was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed two flights (whites and reds) that we were able to share among the 4 of us. It was a great way for us to decide on which bottles to buy. Their food menu was a pleasant surprise. Between the pretty charcuterie board and the variety of bruschetta, we were more than covered. We were also able to bring our own desserts so that was nice. We saw many people with dogs too. Can't wait to go back and spend some time in their outdoor space. read more

8 Chains North Winery - A flight of whites - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

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What a gem of a place. Out of the numerous local wineries, they manage to stand out with a unique product and experience they offer: Wines are based on local vineyards but also sourced from out of states to create different types not found in the local establishments. They have wine and chocolate pairings and regularly host special events. The winery is gorgeous inside, the fireplace was on and it was very pleasant to sit in front of the warm fire. The staff was friendly and knowledgable about the wines. A huge bonus for us is that 8 Chains North is dog friendly and they have created a special section in the backyard for your four legged friends to run around. There is a sitting area inside the fence for us to sit and sip our wine while our dog ran around in the secure fence area. They think of everything! We highly recommend 8 Chains North Winery. read more

8 Chains North is a great place to sit back, relax, and enjoy good wine with (or without) your pup! Staff at 8 Chains are very friendly and helpful which pairs well with good wine. I recommend doing the tasting and then getting a glass (or 2!) of your favs -- perhaps their rose or Syrah! Also, they are very dog friendly, which is a new bonus for me, with a dog park included. Seriously, great spot to spend your day! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Enjoying a wine tasting - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Had a great time at 8 Chains North! We shared a bottle of wine and had a bruschetta flight that was delicious. This was a perfect amount to fill the two of us up and for such a great price! There are about 8 options of bruschetta, and you can choose 4 for the flight. We liked the original and prosciutto best. Next time we come, we will order the bon bons. This winery is a bit smaller than other wineries in the area, but the clean crisp fields and rolling hills made it quaint and cozy, and we will definitely be coming back! read more

8 Chains North Winery - Bruschetta flight: original, salami/pesto, olive tapenade, prosciutto/roasted red peppers. - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Went to sit on the patio and did a basic tasting. The wine was delicious! The only one I didn't love was the rose and it wasn't bad it just wasn't my favorite. My favorite wine was the cab and I definitely recommend. The view is gorgeous. The staff was friendly and abiding by social distancing and fully masked. read more

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What a super cute vineyard! Everyone was very nice and hospitable while we were here too! We loved the couches and comfy seating by the windows and the high top seating in the back of the tasting room by the adorable fireplace. We came in late September and they had the whole place decorated for fall, super cute. After we cooled down a bit we headed outside on their patio which had nice covered and uncovered seating overlooking the vineyard, as well as a dog park area. While we were there, they also had a guy playing guitar and singing. Such a cute little spot! read more

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We enjoy 8 Chains wines from local grapes, especially the Furnace Mountain Red, which is a blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Petit Verdot. Nice complex red table wine. Pairs with red meat or good on its own. Their wines sourced from grapes grown elsewhere are all over the map. Some are great and others not so much. The tasting room is not large and can get over run if a bus load shows. They are pro-dog which I'm good with, but if that's not your thing be forewarned. If you are in the area I would certainly recommend a visit. read more

Pretty good cab sav selection especially the 2015 vintage. The place is small and the drive can be a little rickety but the winery is cute and service is good. They had live music on Sunday and a half covered patio. Their food selection is al pre packaged but overall would recommend this place! read more

Visited 8 Chains Winery for the first time a few weekends ago... 8 Chains has been on my "to visit" list for some time - and so I finally made it. The lady who conducted my tasting was very friendly and interactive. While I was there, another customer was in the winery with what I believe is a "Bernese Mountain Dog" - which is a huge, massive fur ball of a dog. Next thing I know, I feel something nuzzling my leg - and the dog is over inviting me to pet him. Which of course I did. I asked his owner - a very nice lady - how he deals with hot weather? She replied during the summer time he does not want to go out and wants to bask in the air conditioning. Smart dog! 8 Chains is a nice winery, nice ambiance in the tasting room - and I enjoyed tasting all the wines I experienced there. I will be back! #8ChainsNorthWinery read more

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This was my last winery on a trip to see three different ones a few weeks ago. The day we went was a little different as it was December and raining out (although arguably I have to say it was the perfect way to go winery hoping). We did a chocolate and wine tasting which I really enjoyed. I actually ended up buying several wines here. The woman helping us with the tasting was absolutely amazing. We were in a bit of a rush so we left right after the tasting and buying wines but I would have loved to stay a bit longer. read more

8 Chains North Winery - Chocolate and wine - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Good wine and great views. We did a tasting with Sarah and she made it really fun. Loved having the chocolates to taste as well.

We came here with our doggies because they had a fenced in doggie park that you could take your wine and let the dog run around off the leash. We tried the chocolate pairing tasting and I was a little disappointed. The wine was OK, the chocolates were OK, but I have enjoyed other wine/chocolate pairings I had so far more. I am also not a fan of drinking wine from plastig cups, but I guess this might be a temporary COVID solution. read more

8 Chains North Winery - Dog friendly winery with a dog park! - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Warning, long review, read at your own risk! Lol! "WINE! Because these problems aren't going to forget themselves! " My wine adventure took my 5 beautiful friends and I to 8 Chains North Winery. I chose this winery because of the self guided wine tasting with chocolate pairing, live music and allowing you to bring your foods. I knew it was going to be a hot Sunday so I made sure they had indoors tables just in case we starting to melt, as my girlfriend Rhonda kept telling me chocolate melt, lol!! Reservations are required and can be done online for free, you can choose indoors or outdoors seating. Masks are required inside the winery, the employees were wearing masks . Tables were 6ft from apart. You definitely don't need to get up as Mike, Kyle and a lady that I forgot her name did a wonderful job checking on tables . The bathroom were clean, wiping down often and cleaning as a party leave. They allowed dogs,and have a dog park as well! Kids allowed as well . My reservation was at 2:45pm, we arrived around 2:30 pm and were the first one for the time slot so we got to pick a great table outside. Two time slots, 11:30am -2:30. And 2:45pm -5:45pm . We decided to bring our own charcuterie box as we like to eat while drinking lol.. The whole table decided to do the self guided wine tasting with chocolate pairing which is only $15, very affordable and we get 6 wines (mix of white and red) . Three delicious chocolate that go with 3 different wines. The table unanimously loved the Loco Vino and the Syrah. We all decided to get two bottles of Brut Rose, a bottle of loco Vino, a bottle of Syrah and a bottle of Tempranillo . My girlfriend Rhonda first time visiting a winery since moving into the DMV was a success!!I want to thank the staff, Mike, Kyle , Kelly and two other staffs that I forgot their names for going above and beyond for making our table feel welcome , being very attentive , funny with their jokes , and offering us to take pictures in the grapevines. Kyle let us know which grapes were used for which wines and gave us a little history of the winery that will be turning 10 next month. We did stayed till closing and my gfs didn't want to leave as we were having a great time lol .We appreciated the staff and showed them with tips The cherry on top for our wonderful day was Brian, the musician that was surprisingly playing some music such as John legend, TLC, Seal, Fetty Wap with his own touch!! Till next time wine lovers Spread love not hate read more

Basically in the middle of nowhere, this winery is small and cute. They have a small event space where you can host events with an outdoor area with furniture. I liked their Rosé. We attended a birthday party here for a family friend and it was a nice space with great energy. read more

8 Chains North Winery - Wineries Near Me - Waterford, Virginia

Tough one to rate. To quote another location, wine isn't made in ugly places, and the view of the horse farm next door demonstrates this. I also appreciate the chocolate pairing option (which I've done in the past) and that they are very dog friendly - including an outdoor area where doggies can run unleashed. Out of my tasting I only found one I especially liked, but I didn't dislike any either. At 4,000 cases/year & 22 acres of vines, 8 Chains is a bigger operation than many neighbors, but not by a whole lot. They get grapes from Washington State (those wines are labeled as 8 Chains West), but I think most are VA grown. But on the plus side, they have a Tempranillo (not sure what state), which you don't normally see. I suspect a lot of the best wines they have are for club members; I saw a few yummy looking labels but I couldn't get a taste of them. But I did like the Chardonnay, which had a great nose, and really liked the Merlot, which was earthy and had a great cherry finish. read more

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Need to Know: 1. A tasting of 6 wines costs $9 per person. 2. They also offer chocolate to pair with 3 of the wines that is an extra $5. 3. Outside food is permitted. 4. There was plenty of seating inside and out. 5. The workers are friendly and attentive, but did not provide much information during the tasting. 8 Chains North receives 4 stars from me because I only found one wine I enjoyed. I had been here once before a couple years ago and couldn't remember what I thought of the wine. Despite only liking one of the wines, I appreciated the very laid back atmosphere and the comfortable couches we could sit in while we enjoyed the view. We bought a bottle of the Petit Verdot and stayed for a couple hours. read more