While visiting family,we took a moment to slow down and visit Cave Hill Farms Brewery. Everything…read moreabout this brewery was fantastic! They were a family friendly venue with a ton of things to entertain the kids so the adults could relax. A huge hit was their Tom Foolery and Rockingham Lager. This is a must visit!

Jerk employee was being rude about one of my tattoos and almost lead to a confrontation. Manager…read morewas there and saw the whole thing and didn't comp my bill. Screw this place never going back. Message to management, you suck bad!

Came to enjoy Wine with Friends and Dani was awesome as always!! We always love seeing her here…read more Wine was excellent as well as we thoroughly enjoyed the tasting and Corry!

We really really did this place. A great selection of rotating local, domestic and international…read morewines poured by a knowledgeable staff. They also have a fantastic collection of tin fish and light snacks. The space is charming, chic, and most importantly to me, dog friendly. We love spending an afternoon here sitting either inside or out and sipping the day away. Their wine based cocktails are also fantastic. This place is a gem, and a great way to explore the local wine scene without driving all over the region.

We stopped by Castle Vineyards on a Saturday evening, excited that they were open late (until 7PM)…read more The interior had rustic farmhouse decor, with a bar to order at and plenty of seating. They offered both tastings and flights, but my friend and I both chose a glass of Rosé. The staff member had described it as crisp and dry, but it was still a bit too sweet for my preference - not terrible though. We sat on the rocking chairs outside and admired the nice view of green fields. I think they were setting up for a private event in the meantime, because people kept showing up with their own trays of food, and a whole bunch of children and dogs. Overall, we liked the ambiance here but the wine wasn't especially memorable and service was lukewarm.

My first winery experience was in Castle Vineyards when my friend and I did a mini bachelorette…read moretogether in the Luray area. This place is serene and extremely peaceful and I could probably just sit outside and take everything in for hours. There are a few boardgames to play as well. There aren't a lot of seating inside, but during the daytime, the place was very laid back and not overcrowded. There are no marked parking spaces, but people typically park on the grass and there is ample space for so many cars. The interior of the main building was very simple and "bare bones" but had a homely charm to it and the lovely woman who served our flights was such a gentle, warm person who complemented the peacefulness of the place! My friend and I ended up buying our own bottles of wine and my fiance absolutely loved the Barren Ridge's Touriga wine that I got for him! Will definitely be back to bring him the next time around! Just a great place to take a step back and enjoy some wine!

We visited KP Spirits for the first time after a day at Lake Laura, and it was such a great…read moreexperience! My friends and I loved the cider flight, and after the tasting we headed over to the distillery. Everything was fantastic, but the highlight was definitely our bartender, Kelly. He was welcoming, personable, and made the whole experience so much fun. We can't wait to come back!

We took a little adventure to Kindred Pointe Winery because that 2023 Petit Verdot we tried at the…read moreShenandoah Cup was living rent-free in our minds -- and babyyyy, it delivered AGAIN! This was my second time and Nikki's first, and we pulled up READY for great wine, good vibes, and a cute little winery moment . From the second we walked in, the staff greeted us like we were long-lost cousins coming home for the holidays . We did a guided tasting at the bar -- six wines for around $15 (a STEAL, okay!?), and the fun began. Nikki's fave: Bourbon Barrel Chambourcin -- the star of her whole life that day 2019 Chambourcin Oaked Aged 36 months in new American oak... listen... this wine came in sweet on the nose, fruity on the tongue, and creamy on the finish. Light, playful, and honestly kinda flirty. Perfect with stuffing or honestly anything because she was drinking it like it was juice . My fave: 2018 Petit Manseng -- MY GIRL!! Light, dry, citrusy, pear-y, pineapple-y and giving "I'm that wine" energy. Complex but still smooth... basically the Beyoncé of the tasting. We even got to try some wines that weren't on the list, and let me tell you -- 90% of their wines were hitting. Like, not one flop in sight . But the BEST part? The vibe. The service. The "you're family here" energy. It literally felt like sipping wine at your cousin's cute countryside home you never knew they had . 10/10 recommend! Go, sip, laugh, vibe, repeat!

Located within Rappahannock Cellars, Dida's Distillery was a great experience! We were to do a…read moreflight of what they make on site and everything tasted delicious!

Last month, I had the opportunity to do a tasting at the distillery in Rappahannock County, VA…read more I selected to do the the 4 sample tasting and I chose to let the distillery choose between the gins and vodkas I should try. Grapes from Rappahannock Cellars are used to create the spirits that are bottled and served. You can also purchase hand crafted cocktails based on your liquor preference. Once you finish your distillery tasting, head next door to try the wines at Rappahannock Cellars.

Beautiful property, large tasting room, pet friendly, and they have really great selection of wine…read moreand (bonus) some beers on tap as well. Folks serving are super friendly, plus they have fire pits.

My friends and I visited The Vintage Barrel for my birthday and had a wonderful time! Seating was…read morecozy and the ambiance so relaxing. I love the fact that all you have to do to order is scan a QR code. They have something for everyone- wines, beers, and ciders. The gentleman working was super friendly and attentive. He told us about future plans and events coming up. We will definitely be back!

In the area for a relaxing Virginia mountain vacation, Yelp led us to Brix & Columns for a wine…read moreexperience. We were specifically searching for a dog-friendly place we could bring the pups, and not only do they welcome the well-behaved fur babies but have one of their own too! Built with Jeffersonian architecture, the property is modern yet attractive and feels like you're visiting a historic property. There is a large event space, a spacious tasting room, and ample outdoor seating which is mostly shaded to enjoy even on a hot sunny day. My wife and I both enjoyed flights of wine and followed them with a glass of our favorites. The flights are served nicely and every pour is in its own glass, no reusing or cheap plastic cups here. Service was great with very nice staff. It was a peaceful outdoor experience and we really enjoyed just sitting and relaxing. I would absolutely come back!

Great little winery that we stayed at through Harvest Host. They had a beautiful facility. Not only…read morewas it great for a stay, the inside would have made for a great wedding reception location. We were there on a Friday night and they had a nice musician playing some very chill music. The vineyard and its surroundings were super peaceful and made for a great evening. We had food delivered from a local restaurant that was recommended to us and had a nice picnic down at a little secluded area they set up.

Very friendly! Tried the strawberry delight which was a bit sweet for my taste but still…read morerefreshing. Check out open mic night Sundays 5-7.

Cool place with some decent meads. Came in after a day of hiking in Shenandoah and it hit the spot!…read more The inside is cozy, almost like a converted house. There's a bar to order drinks from, and a large tasting room with picnic benches to sit and enjoy the mead. With all three kids in tow, we were happy to see that there were coloring books and games, so we enjoyed some checkers with the kiddos while sampling mead. Since we were visiting, we opted for flights. Nothing was bad, and a few stood out as rather enjoyable. The majority are still meads (i.e. reads like a non-sparkling wine) and lean either floral and/or fruity. There was one that had a spicy kick, which I don't usually care for in my drinks, but wife does and she liked it. We ended up buying the Sunburst Citrus and the Strawsome strawberry lemonade mead. It seems like a great place to hang with friends, family, or a date. We were leaving just as a band was setting up to play some live music for the Saturday night crowd. The lady on staff was very friendly, offered recommendations and didn't mind when the kids were kids. The pricing is fair. Worth checking out!