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I had such a great time here. Service was fantastic. Leo is such a sweet dog. Customer service here is 10/10. I felt so welcomed and I love the friendliness and kindness I experienced here. Jill and Casey were amazing. The performer Sammie J was awesome. Her voice is smooth as butter and crisp like a Pinot Grigio. From my flight I enjoyed the Red Door the most. The Petit Verdot was great along with the Cabernet Sauvignon (but you can't ever go wrong with a good cab sauv). There is plenty of seating indoors and a variety of seats outdoors. Parking is a bit of work but when you get in, you're good. I can't see this being a good place for groups, solo or a date. I would for sure come back to try more of their offerings and even their events.
Found this on Groupon and it was well worth the drive. The fist thing you will notice is the wonderful scenery while you are driving out. It was very easy to locate it as it sits on a major road. The vineyard is pretty small so there is not a lot of parking g available. Lucky for me that someone was leaving when I arrived and I was able to get on of the 5 parking spaces next to the main building. There was a sign for overflow parking in the rear but I did not venture over there. When you enter the tasting room you will be greeted by two friendly dogs. Just be aware that they will come right up to you if you have any apprehensions. My Groupon included a free tasting flight and $10 dollars off a bottle of wine. I am not big on wine so I had to ask the staff for some recommendations. He was friendly and took the time to explain several of the wines to me. I e joyed the three that I tried. I did explore the grounds a little. The outside seating areas have a lovely view. I imagine it looks even better in the spring or summer when everything is in full bloom. They do have a small stage outside as well. I definitely would come back again just for the view.
My girlfriends and I really enjoyed Elk Run! I found a Groupon which prompted me to try this vineyard as it's a little further away from me than other options and I'm so glad I did! I love the smaller size of this vineyard - it's more intimate and relaxing. For awhile, my girlfriends and I were the only people there so we could truly enjoy our conversation and company without distraction. The views are amazing and the employees are very kind and helpful. Plus, there was the bonus of the dogs to pet!!
My boyfriend and I bought a Groupon about two months before going. We hopped into the car one Sunday and said let's do it! It is located in mt airy. When we arrived they were very welcoming. They have Two watch dogs as well. The person was very attentive. They don't sell food on the premises so she suggested an Italian place about 10 min way! Thank you to her because it was delicious! Once we returned to the vineyard we had our flights and enjoyed the views. It was great Sunday. I suggest you bring some food and water to just relax at the place. They do have tables and had live music too
Led here by a Groupon deal I enjoyed a very laid back Friday evening at Elk Run. A very easy ride up Liberty Road from BaCo I highly recommend a visit. I was pleasantly pleased there was plenty of outdoor seating to spread out during these COVID times. The Groupon allowed for two tastings (3 wines each) and a $10 credit towards a bottle of wine. I would estimate we were given a list of roughly 20-25 wines to choose from. I enjoyed 1 of the 3 of my flight choices (unfortunately 2 were not of my liking) and opted to purchase a bottle of the Sangria to enjoy onsite. The live music was a great addition to the wine tasting experience. The website provides details of upcoming performances. Note: there is a $5 cover per person for live music. I noticed others seated outside brought "outside" food to enjoy with their wine. Elk Run does offer cheese, crackers, and light snacks-but I can easily see how packing your own treats would be preferred. There are a few vineyards in this area and Elk Run is worth a stop while exploring the area.
I had a good time at this winery. There was a cute golden retriever that greeted us when we arrived. For the tasting I had a Pinot noir, Riesling, and a dessert wine. They were all great. I liked the Riesling the best so I got a bottle. We also had some cheese and crackers with our tastings which were good.
I stopped by here for wine as it has great reviews online. It's a very small winery and I found all their wines to be a little too much on the earthy side for my palate. The girls working here were great, but the wines just weren't to my liking as I'm not into earthy wines.
Had a nice little trip out to this winery over Labor day weekend. It was about a 40 minute drive from Columbia, where I live. The place is small and the shop is very basic, so it's probably not a place I would go to and plan on sitting indoors. The outdoor space is large, so on a nice day it was very pleasant to sit and sip wine. I got the Groupon for a wine flight, so tried 3 different wines. The German wine (can't spell the name) was really light and refreshing. The Autumn sunset and Sweet Katherine were both sweet without being too sweet. I bought a bottle of Sweet Katherine to take home. Glasses of wine were mostly around $8, which seems like a great deal on wine! I don't know if I'll rush back given the distance, but if I'm in the area again I will make a point of stopping by.
Used a Groupon for (2) wine tasting flights and a bottle credit. Server was super friendly and asked someone to give us a tour which was not scheduled. The wine room/building itself is small but well decorated. The property is beautiful and the owners dogs were very friendly running around keeping each guest company.
This winery had a very unique aesthetic to it. The atmosphere kind of felt like i was at a blue grass concert. The tasting room was beautifully decorated, and the staff were very ready to help. We used their Groupon and received 2 flights and a $10 coupon towards a bottle for $18. A steal if I say so! I was most blown away by their wine Sweet Katherine. It was perfectly balanced and I used my credit to buy a bottle. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is that some of the wines just weren't my personal favorite. If you are looking for traditional a Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, these are something a little different. They were good overall though, and I enjoyed the experience.
1 year ago
The customer service (LOVE Molly), the live band (Lost and Found), the award-winning wine and even the Boar's Head charcuterie and crackers were top notch!! This hidden gem is tucked away off liberty road in Frederick County. If you blink, you might miss it. I've passed this winery a few times in route to Linganore festivals, so when my cousin secured a Groupon for wine tasting, I gladly accepted the invite. We spent our Friday evening sipping away and listening to a live band. It's so quaint and pet friendly! They have a few friendly pups just waiting to meet you. Tonight was unseasonably cool for August but after the heat wave we've had it was a welcomed treat. There is plenty of seating, in open areas or under a large tent. Bring your own food! Otherwise they have some small bites (charcuterie, cheese, crackers, pizza) for purchase. The wine we tried was delicious and the sunset over the grape vines was stunning. I'll definitely be returning - and with my goldendoodle this time! read more
We were greeted my Molly the winery dog at our car, so this winery immediately got a 10/10 from me! It somehow only got better from there. My husband and I shared 3 flights to try as many wines as we could. We enjoyed each and every one of them but the syrah was our favorite. The Blanc de noir was also remarkable and I will be back for it! read more
I had such a great time here. Service was fantastic. Leo is such a sweet dog. Customer service here is 10/10. I felt so welcomed and I love the friendliness and kindness I experienced here. Jill and Casey were amazing. The performer Sammie J was awesome. Her voice is smooth as butter and crisp like a Pinot Grigio. From my flight I enjoyed the Red Door the most. The Petit Verdot was great along with the Cabernet Sauvignon (but you can't ever go wrong with a good cab sauv). There is plenty of seating indoors and a variety of seats outdoors. Parking is a bit of work but when you get in, you're good. I can't see this being a good place for groups, solo or a date. I would for sure come back to try more of their offerings and even their events. read more
Found this on Groupon and it was well worth the drive. The fist thing you will notice is the wonderful scenery while you are driving out. It was very easy to locate it as it sits on a major road. The vineyard is pretty small so there is not a lot of parking g available. Lucky for me that someone was leaving when I arrived and I was able to get on of the 5 parking spaces next to the main building. There was a sign for overflow parking in the rear but I did not venture over there. When you enter the tasting room you will be greeted by two friendly dogs. Just be aware that they will come right up to you if you have any apprehensions. My Groupon included a free tasting flight and $10 dollars off a bottle of wine. I am not big on wine so I had to ask the staff for some recommendations. He was friendly and took the time to explain several of the wines to me. I e joyed the three that I tried. I did explore the grounds a little. The outside seating areas have a lovely view. I imagine it looks even better in the spring or summer when everything is in full bloom. They do have a small stage outside as well. I definitely would come back again just for the view. read more
1 year ago
5 years ago
My girlfriends and I really enjoyed Elk Run! I found a Groupon which prompted me to try this vineyard as it's a little further away from me than other options and I'm so glad I did! I love the smaller size of this vineyard - it's more intimate and relaxing. For awhile, my girlfriends and I were the only people there so we could truly enjoy our conversation and company without distraction. The views are amazing and the employees are very kind and helpful. Plus, there was the bonus of the dogs to pet!! read more
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Julian W.
Thank you for your visit, we are very glad you enjoyed your time with…
5 years ago
My boyfriend and I bought a Groupon about two months before going. We hopped into the car one Sunday and said let's do it! It is located in mt airy. When we arrived they were very welcoming. They have Two watch dogs as well. The person was very attentive. They don't sell food on the premises so she suggested an Italian place about 10 min way! Thank you to her because it was delicious! Once we returned to the vineyard we had our flights and enjoyed the views. It was great Sunday. I suggest you bring some food and water to just relax at the place. They do have tables and had live music too read more
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Julian W.
Thanks for your review, Natalie. We hope to see you again soon!
5 years ago
Led here by a Groupon deal I enjoyed a very laid back Friday evening at Elk Run. A very easy ride up Liberty Road from BaCo I highly recommend a visit. I was pleasantly pleased there was plenty of outdoor seating to spread out during these COVID times. The Groupon allowed for two tastings (3 wines each) and a $10 credit towards a bottle of wine. I would estimate we were given a list of roughly 20-25 wines to choose from. I enjoyed 1 of the 3 of my flight choices (unfortunately 2 were not of my liking) and opted to purchase a bottle of the Sangria to enjoy onsite. The live music was a great addition to the wine tasting experience. The website provides details of upcoming performances. Note: there is a $5 cover per person for live music. I noticed others seated outside brought "outside" food to enjoy with their wine. Elk Run does offer cheese, crackers, and light snacks-but I can easily see how packing your own treats would be preferred. There are a few vineyards in this area and Elk Run is worth a stop while exploring the area. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
I had a good time at this winery. There was a cute golden retriever that greeted us when we arrived. For the tasting I had a Pinot noir, Riesling, and a dessert wine. They were all great. I liked the Riesling the best so I got a bottle. We also had some cheese and crackers with our tastings which were good. read more
I stopped by here for wine as it has great reviews online. It's a very small winery and I found all their wines to be a little too much on the earthy side for my palate. The girls working here were great, but the wines just weren't to my liking as I'm not into earthy wines. read more
Had a nice little trip out to this winery over Labor day weekend. It was about a 40 minute drive from Columbia, where I live. The place is small and the shop is very basic, so it's probably not a place I would go to and plan on sitting indoors. The outdoor space is large, so on a nice day it was very pleasant to sit and sip wine. I got the Groupon for a wine flight, so tried 3 different wines. The German wine (can't spell the name) was really light and refreshing. The Autumn sunset and Sweet Katherine were both sweet without being too sweet. I bought a bottle of Sweet Katherine to take home. Glasses of wine were mostly around $8, which seems like a great deal on wine! I don't know if I'll rush back given the distance, but if I'm in the area again I will make a point of stopping by. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
Used a Groupon for (2) wine tasting flights and a bottle credit. Server was super friendly and asked someone to give us a tour which was not scheduled. The wine room/building itself is small but well decorated. The property is beautiful and the owners dogs were very friendly running around keeping each guest company. read more
3 years ago
This winery had a very unique aesthetic to it. The atmosphere kind of felt like i was at a blue grass concert. The tasting room was beautifully decorated, and the staff were very ready to help. We used their Groupon and received 2 flights and a $10 coupon towards a bottle for $18. A steal if I say so! I was most blown away by their wine Sweet Katherine. It was perfectly balanced and I used my credit to buy a bottle. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is that some of the wines just weren't my personal favorite. If you are looking for traditional a Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, these are something a little different. They were good overall though, and I enjoyed the experience. read more
3 years ago
4 years ago
I literally did not taste one wine I didn't like. This place is absolutely beautiful scenery wise and the dog there is super sweet! The prices were great as far as per bottle and tasting goes. It didn't disappoint at all! I highly recommend the Sweet Katherine. read more
7 years ago
Not as "upscale" as the Northern Virginia wineries and their wines all run on the lighter side vs the dark, heavy of the usual reds, but it is a nice place. "Sarah" (with an H) guided us through the tastings and shared her knowledge of the wines, the process and the region. Also the first winery where I can get right up to the vines and see the grapes. If you like the dark reds, I'd suggest the Syrah. Nice body, pretty color and a little bite that i would normally expect of a Cab Franc. They offer fewer whites than reds but have both a steel and oak Chardonnay. Overall it's a nice place with a great staff. If you're in the area and want to hit a winery, I'd recommend it. If you're in Northern Virginia it might be worth the trip to compare the wine regions. But I will come back. read more
5 years ago
I came here because of a Groupon, but I'd come back again! Staff was nice and accommodating. Had both indoor and outdoor seating. Had two friendly dogs roaming around the winery. read more
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Julian W.
We're glad you enjoyed! :) Thank you for your review, we hope you…
6 years ago
Had a great visit there and tried a dessert wine and a sangria. They had two awesome dogs there greeting people and keeping us company while drinking wine and playing board games. The sangria was amazing. read more
Came here for the first time with two of my girlfriends. We got a good deal on groupon. We were able to try different wine, and were able to have a lovely picnic. The staff was really safe and we were social distanced. It felt normal. We purchased a couple bottles of wine and enjoyed the time outside. read more
3 years ago
7 years ago
6 years ago
A little piece of heaven! The scenery is absolutely breath taking. Brought my sister to her first winery and she didn't want to leave. Our server was so kind and friendly. The seating was wonderful and a view like no other. On top of that we had delicious wine and got to play with the dogs on property. We left with 3 bottles and some awesome memories. Can't wait to go back. read more
7 years ago
10 years ago
My family has been coming to Elk Run for 15 years. It's a great place. The owners are so friendly and welcoming, and the wine is really good too! My favorites are the Cabernet franc and Gewurtztraminer. Last night we hosted my mom's 70th birthday party there. We had originally booked a tent overlooking the vineyard. However, crazy thunderstorms hit. Carol was so accommodating and immediately suggested we use the tasting room and went out of her way to make sure it worked for the party. We totally took over the space with tons of food and decorations. Carol and the team totally helped us out & the result was gorgeous! Our 50-60 guests, and, most importantly, my mom, had an amazing time. It was wonderful!! read more
Back when I lived in Frederick I used to always buy Elk Run's resilings. So when I came back to Frederick to visit after many years I wanted to finally stop buy and buy a bottle or two. It's a sweet little place that yes, is a bit dilapidated. But that should never turn one off! The gentleman behind the counter was nice, not over friendly, but answered all of my questions during the tastings. I got 6 for $5. The resilings are not quiet as good as they used to be, but the Annapolis Sunset is really great! My one disappointment is that usually tasting fees are waived if you buy a bottle of wine, or at least over a certain amount. I spent $50 on wine (only two bottles!) and still had to pay the tasting fee. I know this is a small business, but it's a nice, small reward to give your paying customers. read more
8 years ago
10 years ago
This was our first time at Elk Ridge Run. We arranged to have a tour and tasting with a small group of friends. We enjoyed both the tour and the tasting! Our guide was extremely accommodating and we tasted rare samples he suggested and what we wanted. I've been to many tastings and tours but I really learned a great deal about how to taste properly. We loved the wines and bought a case. They have several club choices to join too so you can contrive to enjoy throughout the year. The grounds are beautiful, even in the bare winter. We'll definitely be back. read more
5 years ago
11 years ago
Nice venue, good wine, and good jazz. I enjoyed the hayride tour of the vineyard. But there is no shade and more food vendors are needed. Only food available was pizza and, fries. The venue was almost in the vineyard which means full summer sun. I past the EMT's on the way out. I guess it was like a picnic in the park but the folks i spoke with had been to other vineyards and expected a little more. read more
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Do you need reservations for wine tastings and are you allowed to bring your own food?
We didn't need one when I came but it was k my two of us.
