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    Cunningham Creek Winery

    4.7 (53 reviews)
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    Michele F.

    A nice little dog friendly winery with a welcoming staff. I stopped in today to try some of their wines. I got to choose 5 wines to taste and I personally found them all a bit dry for my liking and expensive at $18 for the flight (hence the 3 star rating). My favorite part of my visit was making a new friend, Corky, one of the owner's dogs. It's a really nice place to visit, but their wines are just not for me.

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    Grace M.

    No, you don't want to come here. . Kidding of course. So lovely it should be kept secret so it doesn't become overrun with too many of the things that ruin hidden gems. I'll say this first: the wine itself is pretty epic. There's even a fortified wine - wow! Taste 5 nice sized pours for $18. You can bring your own nibbles or they sell snacks as well. GF crackers yay! Inside and outside seating, friendly service, local hospitality, and ... growler for wine?! Cool! A little bigger that 750ml bottle. My friend was refilling hers. Next time! So delightful! And this isn't far from Richmond but far enough to feel like a country escape. The drive is also gorgeous with flowers and undulating byways. Ah Virginia...

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    Marylee B.

    Cunningham Creek is practically in our backyard and one of our favorite places. They have a massive deck with plenty of shade and seating, Adirondack chairs grouped around fire pits, and beautiful tasting bars. The atmosphere is laid back. The owners are absolutely lovely and the wine is tasty. They have two winery pups who love attention and play well with other dogs. My top three wines are the Meritage, Herd Dog Red, and Viognier. Check this place out. You won't be ****Editing to add that they built a dog park recently so that you and your pups can play on a Saturday! And they are currently building a stage for their live music.

    Having a grape day
    Maria T.

    What a welcoming warm vibe at this winery off the beaten path! We were greeted and led to a tasting bar. They have several small bars set up so you have a more personal wine tasting experience. And I was elated to see they had purse hooks! Purse hooks are an underrated perk!! Our wine steward was not only knowledgeable, but poured the samplings at an even, comfortable pace. I really enjoyed the Virginia rosé which I bought, as well as a bottle of the Petit Manseng dessert wine. I'm typically not a fan of port wine, but this one was more fruity as not as sweet as most I've tried. My partner in crime loves the Viognier. She's a member of their wine club and frequents this winery regularly where she enjoys discounts and fun events. She recently attended a "create your own succulent terrarium" craft night! They also have year round live music and they stay open later than wineries in the area, summer hours 11am-9pm! After our tasting, we sat at a game table where they have large Connect Four boards and other games. We sipped our chosen wines along with some decadent, delicious chocolates we purchased at the Farm Store gift shop. These amazing chocolates blew me away! The dark chocolates with orange nibs are outta this world. And the caramels are beyond! There's also a cold case where you can grab a serving tray and create your own cheese and charcuterie board. That's right char-coo-ter-ee lol! :-D The grounds are lovely, open and clear. There's seating on the patio, the picnic tables or around the fire pit. I'll definitely be back to this winery and I may have to join their club!!

    The white wine menu. Note: the viognier and Chardonnay are typically not both open at the same time.
    M. Spencer H.

    Went on a Friday and it was quiet so we had what amounted to a private tasting form their super friendly staff which was really cool. This place has a lot to offer with outdoor space for when the weather is good and cozy inside seating for the colder months. The wine was good and I walked away with a bottle of their rosé!

    Um, who would not love this place?!
    Lindsey H.

    Went to visit the MIL in Virginia and notched out some time to check out the local wineries. Well, Cunningham was the last on our list and let's just say we saved the best. I was extremely impressed with not only the down home comfort but the whole operation they have created there really making them comparable to the top-bot wineries I have experienced at home in Napa & Paso Robles. Hubby and I have decided to sign up for wine club becuase the wine was amazing and who doesn't want to support businesses that deserve it? Can't wait to come back for live music Saturday's!

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    Main room in the winery is huge and was say 65% full, with Lake Monticello locals, plus folks from Charlottesville and Richmond.

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    Thistle Gate Vineyard - Our private little gazebo!

    Thistle Gate Vineyard

    4.8(14 reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$

    Just opened chambourcin from years ago when they first opened. The best dessert type wine I've…read moretasted. Just the right balance of sweet. So happy to see still doing well. delicious! Kudos

    It was a sultry, humid, rainy Saturday and the natives were getting restless. Suffering from cabin…read morefever, my hubby and a couple of friends and I decided to find an outdoor activity to remedy our listlessness. Being pluviophiles, we didn't mind the light, summer rain. But what to do? Enter wineries!! We headed west toward Charlottesville, and first stopped in Palmyra where the winery there was only open for curbside pick up. My friends loaded the pickup with cases of wine but we were still in search of a charcuterie board and an open vineyard! Yelp to the rescue! We called the winery Yelp advised us was only about 10 miles away in Scottsville. It was open! Yes, they had charcuterie!! What a stupendous find! We approached the thistle blue painted sign and charming gate welcoming us to Thistle Gate Vineyard! Through the misty rain, the white barn-like cottage with the serene blue roof looked something from a Nicholas Sparks movie. Utterly quaint and beautiful! The wide porch was open for outdoor seating, wrought iron tables and chairs sprawled along the long planked flooring. Restrooms were located around the side so one didn't have to enter the winery. We were greeted by the owner who handed us a wine menu and their "flight sheet". The four of us chose our wine flights and each got a charcuterie box! Ahhh, this is the life! While we awaited our libations and sustenance, we spied an inviting gazebo near the vineyards. Our host said we were welcome to it! The grounds were lovely, albeit a bit soggy, a barrel fountain babbled along with the now drizzling rain, a bottle tree rooster glistened in the garden, cute slate signs were placed hither and thither around the shrubbery, it was all so idyllic. Our flights were served in pieces of wood made from wine barrels. Plastic cups were used due to Covid, but that didn't diminish the flavors of the fruit of the vine. I chose three reds and a blush. The Cabernet France was full-bodied with a dry finish. The Meritage (a portmanteau of Merit & Heritage) was delicate blend of varietals with fruity notes, the Thistle Red was a well-balanced blend of Merlot & Petit Verdot with a mild berry flavor and a rich burgundy color, and my favorite was the Thistle Blush, a crisp rosé made with Chambourcin grapes, easily my top rated grape! The blush was perfect for this overcast summer day, sipping the day way! I also tasted the St. George's Red Reserve which was also made with Chambourcin grapes and whispered cherry notes. Also my friend shared with me her Chardonnay which was a tad dry to my taste, but if you like white wine, I'm sure you'll like this one! What we took home??? The Thistle Red, couple bottles of Meritage, St. George and of course, several bottles of Thistle Blush! We enjoyed all these fine wines while in the gazebo surrounded by rows and rows of vineyards. What made the afternoon even better was the gorgeously presented charcuterie box! Two types of crackers served with salami, Brie, Swiss, and Gouda along with huge green grapes, dried apricots and salted almond Ghirardelli dark chocolates. I'm not exaggerating when I say this was the perfect complement to our wine tasting! A heavenly day spent in this dreamy winery, the only one in Fluvanna county, certainly cured our doldrums!! We are certainly returning to this hidden gem!! One sign posted says "We're so glad you're here", so are we Thistle Gate Vineyard, so are we!

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    Thistle Gate Vineyard - Our tasting room is decorated as an English tack room.

    Our tasting room is decorated as an English tack room.

    Thistle Gate Vineyard - Come relax on our expansive porches, decks and gazebo. Bring a picnic or choose from a variety of light foods.

    Come relax on our expansive porches, decks and gazebo. Bring a picnic or choose from a variety of light foods.

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    Southern Revere Cellars

    4.5(15 reviews)
    15.3 mi

    What a discovery. We were driving home and still had 3 hours to go. I wanted beer and my bf wanted…read morewine. It's normally the opposite but hey. Today was a switch day. We were surrounded by wineries but something called my name to this spot. He didn't object. I told him it was a brewery. He was a disappointed since he wanted wine. We reach the top of the mountain that as NYorkers makes things look Erie. We just watch Hills have Eyes so we were a little scared. Yelp, we survived!! It was a nice little spot. We walked in and it's like both our prayers were answered. They had beer AND wine flights!! We scored!! We had a flight of each. After our flight we had another glass of wine before we continued our journey. The bartenders was very sweet and welcoming. They have one bathroom inside and one around the outside of the property. Plenty of parking once you reach the mountain. Don't let look deserve you. This is a really nice place to stop to enjoy the view and the drinks. Seems it was a local spot which is what I enjoy the most when I travel.

    Found this brewery/winery today and decided to stop in. You have to drive down an unpaved road to…read moreget to the building, which looks like an old farm with outdoor and indoor seating. As I wasn't familiar with this place, I asked if their beers or wines were more popular and was told that most people drink the beer. I was able to try a couple of samples before deciding on a 4-5oz beer sampler. The beers were all very different and tasty. My favorite was What the Fox. There was ample seating both inside and outside. Overall, it's a nice place to enjoy some beverages with friendly people.

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    Southern Revere Cellars - Ah Virginia. Skies, trees, music, relaxation... it's all here.

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    Ah Virginia. Skies, trees, music, relaxation... it's all here.

    Eastwood Farm and Winery - Inside

    Eastwood Farm and Winery

    4.5(100 reviews)
    10.5 mi
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    We really enjoyed our wine, blueberry cider, and food at Eastwood! Plus, the staff are friendly…read moreand want to ensure you have a great experience. We enjoyed the Gold Medal Tasting. This assortment had two whites and two reds--all of which earned gold medals at competitions. For lunch, we shared the grilled cheese with apple slices and the Eastwood salad, which included apples, blue cheese, nuts, and mixed greens. All were delightful. The tasting room has a warm vibe of a country gathering place with tables, a bar, and a stage. They also have outside seating. Their fermentation room has a glass wall that looks into the tasting room so you can see the tanks. Eastwood is located not far from Monticello and other wineries in the area. I recommend it as a definite stop on any wine outing.

    A friend and I stopped here on a recent trip to Charlottesville. I was surprised by the number of…read morefamilies with children, as this is not something I'm accustomed to from living in Washington state for many years. We walked inside and found a great space that included a bar, ample seating, and a stage, where a singer was getting ready to perform. I decided on the White Reserve Tasting, and was able to swap out the oaky chardonnay for the Woodland White blend. My friend and I got a table outside as the weather was nice. We enjoyed our wine and people (and dog) watching. My favorites were the 2024 Viognier and the Woodland White. The 2024 Petit Manseng was good, but a bit tart, and the Artist White blend was too dry for my liking. This is a great winery that you should visit when in the area, that's both kid and dog friendly.

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    Eastwood Farm and Winery - Sweet wine flight. Outdoor heated area featured in the background.

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    White Oak Lavender Farm - Tasting sampler

    White Oak Lavender Farm

    4.4(122 reviews)
    42.4 mi
    $$

    Recently visited here for a girls weekend. We had about 13…read morein our party. The grounds were beautiful. I can only imagine what they look like in the spring and summer. The wine tasting was nice. With large parties you are given a flight to try. No need to stand in the tasting room. I liked several of the flavors. After the tasting we took a walk around the grounds taking in all the animals. Because it was winter, we didn't spend a lot of time in the lavender fields. We did however visit the lavender shop. I purchased a lavender honey spot and some delightful lemon crunch lavender ice cream. Overall staff were friendly. I would recommend this business for anyone in the area or visiting massanutten.

    Stopped past while on a recent birthday trip to Massanutten. And this place is really beautiful…read more White Oak is a family-owned lavender farm that is located in Shenandoah Valley. You really get to enjoy an immersive, interactive experience on the farm. There is something for everyone, from interactive gardens and live animals. The best for a cute little DIY wine tasting. You can bring your own charcuterie platters, which is what we did to go along with our tastings. They have tasting room called the Purple Wolf Vineyard where you can purchase your portable tastings, wine, beer and slushy flights . I would definitely return again, great place to host a cute birthday event, with your friends. They also have a really nice gift shop as well.

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    Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard

    Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard

    4.3(81 reviews)
    12.4 mi

    Ready for a splash of whimsy? Merrie Mill is indeed merry! Plenty of parking leading up to the…read morelarge and spacious grounds and tasting room. There's a cool barn with a merry-go-round outside and you'll find even more delightful and fanciful decor as you walk in the door! From floating seals, and zebra heads and giraffe statues, this colorful wonderland will have your imagination flowing! Every detail from the blue bar to the light fixtures, to the bicycle water cart, to the gorgeous wallpapers, pretty mirrors, animal leg sinks in the restroom, balloons and even the tile - every single piece was carefully crafted and arranged to spark your attention!! It's one of my favorite wineries in Virginia! The outdoor seating is not only roomy, but the views are spectacular! Pet friendly, for your furry friends! We became immersed in the festive vibe and ordered a flight of wines and a charcuterie board! The food was fabulous and beautifully presented! Heavenly! The wines were refreshing , and we particularly liked the rosé, the Cabernet Franc and the Petit Verdot. Don't miss this fun fun fun and fantastical winery! A fabulous time awaits!

    Friends recommended Merrie Mill, and we're so happy we listed to them! We have visited Merrie Mill…read moretwice in the last five months for wine and lunch. The atmosphere is fun and creative -- both inside and outside. You know you are in for a treat when you walk through the front door with its eclectic decor. They have seating both inside in what feels like someone's really cool living room as well as outside on their patio or on their lawn. You can order wine by the flight to sample their offerings, as well as by the glass and bottle. I recommend doing a flight to determine what you like, then order some bottles to share or take home. Their lunch menu includes salad, soup, and sandwiches -- all with a creative touch -- as well as a children's menu. They also have delicious cake by Cake Bloom and Nightingale ice cream sandwiches. Merrie Mill certainly isn't boring! The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely include Merrie Mill on your next winery tour.

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    Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard
    Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyard
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    Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards - Che de Charcuterie Board

    Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards

    4.1(446 reviews)
    17.4 mi
    $$

    I decided to turn my Sunday into a mid-day siesta escape, heading to the mountains with my aunt and…read moregodmother to finally experience Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards and let me tell you, it did not disappoint! Snow may have covered the ground, but between the stunning aesthetic, incredible wine, and delicious food, I am officially SOLD. This spot has earned a place in my top 5 wineries! From the moment we arrived, the hostess and waitstaff were attentive, welcoming, and full of recommendations. I went with a wine flight (because variety is a must!), and every pour was a hit. As for the food? We indulged in pasta, sliders, short-rib grilled cheese, truffle fries, and a charcuterie board everything was absolutely mouthwatering. We ate, we sipped, and we were very merry! I'm already counting down to a summer return so I can soak in those breathtaking mountain views from the patio.

    Pippin is poppin! One of the most gorgeous wineries in Virginia. The grounds were beautiful and…read moreeven though the hydrangeas were fading, it still looked pretty! The inside was spacious and comfortable. Loved the shiplap, the wood floors, the purse hooks on the bar, the patio with the stone and tile floor, the exposed beams, and the welcoming front entryway! We not only did the tasting, where one wine was better than the next; But the food was incredible as was the impeccable service! We did the red flight of wines, and I also had some rosé. We particularly favored the cannon red and the Cabernet franc. Our food was excellent; a the dishes they were served upon were lovely! My hubby got the roasted Brussels sprouts, my daughter chose the tomato basil soup, and we all shared a well designed charcuterie board! We left nary a morsel behind! The manager was so kind and generous, asking us to return and sharing the best times to come! He gave us some background information on the area and gave us a mini tour! This vineyard and farm is well worth visiting, making it a memorable destination!!

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    Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards - Truffle Fries; Brussel Sprouts; Sliders

    Truffle Fries; Brussel Sprouts; Sliders

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