SEXY BOUGIE WINOS AT POLLAK VINEYARD! Sexy Bougie Winos had an amazing experience at Pollak Vineyard in Charlottesville, Virginia! From the warm hospitality to our guided tasting of 10 wines, with a few bonus pours, we were truly spoiled! A special thank-you to our wonderful host, Leah, for being so knowledgeable, welcoming, and patient with our fun-loving personalities. We laughed, learned, shared tasting notes, and had the best time together! But let's talk about those RED WINES! They absolutely won our hearts! From bold flavors to beautiful peppery notes, we discovered aromas of tobacco, blueberries, cherries, and more. Everyone's palate is different, and that made the experience even more exciting. Of course, we couldn't leave without taking a few bottles of our new favorites home! Here's a little tip for fellow wine lovers! The guided tasting is only $25, and it's absolutely worth it, especially if you're visiting with a larger group. I highly recommend calling ahead to make a reservation and confirm they can accommodate your group for a guided tasting. Is it worth the drive to Charlottesville? ABSOLUTELY! If you're looking for beautiful vineyard views, great wine, a knowledgeable host, and a memorable tasting experience, put Pollak Vineyard on your list! Thank you, Pollak Vineyard, and especially Leah, for such a wonderful experience. Sip Pretty. Stay Bougie. #SexyBougieWinos #PollakVineyard #VirginiaWine #RedWineLovers #WineTasting #CharlottesvilleVA #WineSisterhood #SipPrettyStayBougie read more

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We visited mid day on a Wednesday and were pleased that there weren't any crowds, although there wasn't a bad seat in the house--views are outstanding!! We got the red and white flights and were impressed with the wines and service and loved all the facts and info from the main server. The wines are French/Italian style so in the dryer side. The wines and experience stood out amongst all the wineries we visited while in Charlottesville! read more

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The wine is absolutely divine, the views are stunning, the service is great. Everything is clean and well-maintained, the aesthetic is crisp from the moment you walk in. We did the full tasting and loved every single thing we tried. Honestly we had underestimated this place despite it being recommended to us, and now it's a staple on my list! Cannot recommend enough! read more

Pollak Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

I love Pollak and have been there multiple times over the last few years (and celebrated my birthday there last year)! Their rose is great, and do not miss out on the baguette and cheeses. It's a beautiful setting with lovely outdoor seating overlooking a pond and mountain landscape. Highly recommend. read more

I wanted to love this place. However, the staff were not friendly. We were not greeted. We were told hold on I have a baguette cooking. I was told that several times. When I ordered the wine, she did not explain anything. She only acted bothered when a wine ran out. This was out first and last time here. read more

Sixteenth stop of our wine tasting weekend - Sunday 4:45pm. Unfortunately, we arrived too late to do a tasting. FYI - last call is 30 minutes before they close. But, the staff member gave us a free splash of the Cab Franc and Petit Verdot, which were both excellent. We've visited several times in the past and will keep coming back. read more

Great views, fabulous wine and really awesome staff! It's near a body of water that makes for a relaxing way to spend the day.

Came to this cute vineyard because I found it on a best winter vineyards in Charlottesville list ***LOCATION*** I love all of cville's vineyards. This one was especially pretty with the lake and surrounding mountains. It's the perfect spot for a wedding, but I learned they don't do weddings here. ***EXPERIENCE*** A stunning space surrounded by mountains and great windows so every spot has a view. It was a bit quiet inside so my friend and I decided to sit outside so we could be as loud as we wanted while catching up. The connoisseur answered all the questions we had and had nice recommendations. We liked most of the wines we tried. We shared the red and white tasting flights (it was a lot of wine for the two of us). ***PRICE*** The two tasting flights were $43.90 total (tip and tax included). I split this with my friend. The flights equaled about two and a half drinks. ***BATHROOM*** There are two single all gender bathrooms. Kept clean (and warm which is nice during the winter). ***CONCLUSION*** So happy to have checked this vineyard out. My friend and I really liked it. read more

Pollak Vineyards - Red and White Flight Tasting - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

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The service was great and the seating and views wonderful. So far this is our favorite winery in the Charlottesville area. If you like Napa wines, this one is pretty close to read more

This place is perfect place to go out on the weekend if you have kids and need something to do

Very nice vineyard, little pricey but nice. Their serving area is pretty neat and lots of outside seating.

Friendly host. Really beautiful scenery! Can't beat the wine . It's very close to Charlottesville!!! Would go back tomorrow! read more

Pollak Vineyards - Beautiful spot for a - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

Pollak Vineyards is so close to being a five-star experience! We went on Memorial Day Monday, which is when most wineries in the area were closed. I think it is very smart of them to be open on Holiday Mondays. The view of their vineyards, the mountains, their pond, and the surrounding area is beautiful! The wines offered for tastings were ok, but not top-notch. Sadly, none of their award-winning wines were available to sample! I understand they are a small winery, but offer a special wine flight at a higher cost and I bet more people will purchase these 90+ point James Suckling bottles! We did buy a few glasses of their highly rated wines: the 2021 Chardonnay and the 2020 Viognier. They were excellent!! There were only two servers working that day, so it was difficult when one was occupied with a tasting and the other was doing things in the back. They were both very nice and tried their best, but it did cause most of the other couples and groups a few minutes waiting as things got busy. It was 90º the day we went, so despite the outdoor patio with umbrellas, the breeze couldn't keep up with cooling us off. We would've enjoyed our tasting on the covered patio area off the main building, but here's why I took off a star: a family had literally taken over several tables by putting their baby's toys and supplies on a blanket that they laid out in the walkway around the covered tables. This child was probably about 3, so because he was bored, he started to fuss and cry. Children do this and I understand. However, every single other table nearby that was occupied ultimately left the patio and came inside, as did we. The parents were oblivious to this and dominated that area for over 2 hours. Finally, we love dogs, but your brand new puppy is going to be rambunctious and will probably not stay still enough to allow you or others a relaxing tasting! Overall, we will probably come back, but hope with a few changes this could be a 5-star experience! read more

Pollak Vineyards - Pollak has many highly rated wines. None on the tasting flights! - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

Beautiful property. Wines are just ok. The petite verdot is the star. Service was challenged by a large turnout that day. Food options are limited. If you are in the area it's worth checking out, but not something I would go out of my way for. read more

Every time I have been here we have had a great experience. I love the wines - especially the reds. The porch and the view of the lake is wonderful. Definitely keep this one on your "must visit" list. read more

We came here as part of a bachelorette trip and we pleasantly enjoyed our time. This vineyard was more lowkey than our previous one; not as popular of a place to visit, but the wine was great. We did not find any guided wine samplings/flights/tours, but we did get to enjoy two bottles while sitting outside under an umbrella. I would suggest ordering the bread and olive oil to enjoy with your wine...we did and we genuinely enjoyed the crispness of the baguette. The service was quick and the experience was an overall: good experience. read more

Terrible. Really unfortunate customer service experience, and wines aren't all that. Save your time and effort and go to Kings Family Vineyard instead. read more

Pollack was a very nice vineyard with good wine and a very nice view! It was very relaxing and the staff was so friendly and knowledgeable about their wine! You can bring your own food in if you like but they do have item available for purchase. read more

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Lovely winery with a nice view. Pollak vineyards has a great view of the mountains with a lake on the property. The patio is fully covered with plenty of seating. There is also an additional patio with umbrellas at each table in addition to a great deal of seating inside for inclement weather. It's an idyllic setting for spending an afternoon, and we will definitely will revisit Pollak Vineyards. read more

Another great place to taste wine, I am a fan. The VA wines are so so good. Very friendly here and gave a few recommendations for another couple places read more

What a beautiful vineyard! The wines and view were both wonderful. We enjoyed them so much that we left with a few to take home. The setting along the pond is very nice with ample seating on the patio and a few picnic tables alongside the pond. I love that they allow you to bring your own food as well. Well behaved dogs were in attendance so it is pet friendly. Bathroom lines are long on busy days so be prepared to hold it for about 15 minutes if the place is packed. Have fun and enjoy some delicious wine in a gorgeous setting. Will definitely return. read more

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The white wine flight was delicious and they had a few varietals that were notably better than other wineries in the area. I also really enjoyed the ambiance of the quiet outdoor patio and beautiful views. read more

Pollak Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

First time here. The grounds and view are beautiful. Tasting room is modern and clean and pretty. The wines were good, especially the recent Finger Lakes award winning Cab Franc. Bottles of wine were very pricey however. read more

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Even with the fog it was a great stop on a Friday afternoon. The tasting was great the service was amazing and the view is perfect! read more

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I revisited after a year and half, and was glad I did. Last time I had the misfortune of visiting when the tasting options were white-heavy, but I was thrilled when I had plenty of wonderful reds to chose from. And I came earlier in my trip so my taste buds were alive! Pollak is one of the older wineries in the area; a portion of their 27 acres of vines are around 12 years old, and they produce around 4,000 cases/year. Keith was my server, and he was quite the expert on his wines. The tasting room was every bit as picturesque as I remember. They are set against the mountains and have a pond right behind the tasting room. I mean, seriously; do wineries employ a scene director to find where to build their future tasting rooms??? I know that's not true; they build where they can find good growing areas, but still! What I tried: 2015 Pinot Gris: Tropical fruit notes; not bad but I'm not a big Pinot Gris/Grigio fan anyway. 2014 Chardonnay: My notes fail me! 2016 Rose: Blend of Cab Franc, Merlot, and Cab Sav. I don't see Roses that are blended with multiple grapes often but this was a nice change. I think made in a dry style. 2014 Cab Franc: Soft, some cherry notes. 2013 Merlot: Very nice, medium bodied. 2014 Petit Verdot: Favorite of the lineup! Not overpoweringly tannic like some PVs. read more

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Tastings are $10 per person. I got an additional glass of their Viognier which was excellent. Sat outside on the patio with the best view ever! A pond on one side and the vineyard on the other. This is what every winery aspire to look like. read more

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Pollak was highly recommended to us and while we were excited to try this winery, we left very disappointed by the service. The view was scenic with a great patio overlooking the pond and vineyard. There were also picnic tables on the edge of the pond which provided a great place for taking in the sights and enjoying wine and snacks with friends. The wine was tasty and the inside of the winery was stunning. The service left a lot to be desired. A member of our group was warned that he was too loud. We settled this individual down. Unsurprisingly, service slowed after and when we asked for the final two wines left on our tasting because our tour group was leaving, we were informed that a member in our group had been cut-off and thus the entire group was cut-off. We were also chided with "this is a winery, not a bar." Our group was happy to enjoy the less pretentious atmosphere at Veritas, King Family, and Cardinal and suggest you do the same. read more

Beautiful scenery for enjoying a glass or two of wine with friends. I'm a fan of their Chardonnay and Viognier. Next time I'll do an actual tasting. I was thrilled at the option of a charcuterie plate, but was surprised that all the food items came still in their packaging and not prepared. It was disappointing that it wasn't at least taken out of the packaging and precut. I'll be back though. The scenery is too good to miss out on. read more

Pollak Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

For a friends bachlorette we stopped here as part of a winery tour. We got seated outside but I guess due to our party size of 6, at picnic tables by the lake. While the views were gorgeous, the area itself had no shade, was prone to more bugs, and one side of the picnic table was broken, leaving the seat only half the width as normal and not very comfortable. The wines here were decent, with the rose and Viogner being the best in my particular opinion. Prices were pretty OK for most bottles. No food here unfortunately due to COVID but you can bring your own. Another gripe was with only two bathrooms, the line was long to use the bathroom. Definitely would come back here again. read more

We stumbled upon this winery and it has been quickly moved to the top of my wine visit list! A beautiful spot situated next to a pond, it has a large amount of indoor and patio seating - along with spots nearer to the pond. They had a lovely fireplace seating area inside as well. The place was quite busy when we arrived on a Saturday, but we did not have to wait to have a tasting and were able to find seating afterword as well. The staff was energetic and engaging, and she really seemed to have a good understanding of the menu and speaking notes for their wine. We really enjoyed this spot and definitely procured some bottles for our trek home! The winery and tasting room are dog friendly, too! read more

I visited Pollak Vineyards with my boyfriend for my birthday. This vineyard was my favorite on our vineyard tour. The tasting room is beautiful. It is a high-ceilinged, open room with big windows. It has the elegance and warmth of a classic ski lodge. The staff member hosting our tasting was very friendly. We are clearly new to the wine-tasting game, which didn't seem to bother our host at all. She explained the different wines in simple terms, and made us feel welcome in what can be an intimidating environment. The wine itself was delicious! I did not have high expectations for Virginia wine, and was very pleasantly surprised. The prices for the tasting are reasonable, and purchasing individual bottles of your favorite varietals will not break the bank. The grounds of the vineyard are gorgeous. It's nestled in a valley and closely surrounded by mountains. There is a large pond surrounded by trees near the patio. We enjoyed a bottle of wine on a secluded (but not lonely) picnic table near the pond. Overall, a great experience I would highly recommend for a special occasion. read more

Pollak Vineyards - Gorgeous view from the tasting room - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

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3.5 stars. The Monticello American Viticultural Area is rife with gorgeous wineries producing some of the best wines in the state of Virginia. Pollak Vineyards is no exception. The grounds are lovely. The sleek and airy tasting room feels more like a living room you'd expect to find in a nouveau riche mansion than nestled at the foot of one of the world's oldest mountain ranges. And Pollak's wines themselves are good. For $5 we sampled eight wines, beginning with the requisite Viognier (2010). Pollak's is quite nice, but their Pinot Gris (2010) was one of the best in the tasting. I'm discovering how much I appreciate a dry, minerally wine, and Pollak's Pinot Gris delivers. Next was the Durant White (2010), a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier, and Pinot Gris varieties. The first red up was the Durant Red (2009), which Pollak calls its "red for white wine drinkers." I enjoyed this light-bodied, smoky red. The Merlot (2009) was also really pleasant, aged in oak barrels for 15 months, and then in the bottle 11. And then the tasting came to a grinding halt. We waited, and waited, and waited between our Merlot and our Cabernet Franc (2009) as our tasting guide took leave of us to pour individual glasses for other patrons, ring bottles up for others, and go in the back to get glasses from the dishwasher and restock the shelves behind the counter. Granted, it was worth the wait as the Cab turned out to be an excellent, deep garnet wine with leathery tannins -- but it was odd. And then the tasting came to another grinding halt as our tasting guide took leave of us again to help several more patrons. The tasting room was *quite* crowded, and we'd already had a 15 minute wait just to begin our tasting, so the long pauses only made us crankier. At this point, too, another party approached the tasting counter inquiring about a tasting only to be snapped at by one of the employees. "We've been unexpectedly slammed today," he said shortly. "You're just gonna have to wait." I get that they were overcrowded and scrambling to keep up, but there's no need to for a customer to be on the receiving end of that deep frustration. Also, on a peak fall weekend, there should be no "unexpected slamming." People come out in droves, so perhaps a few more staffers would alleviate some of the pressure. At any rate, we were rewarded for another lengthy pause in our tasting with another wonderful wine, my favorite in the entire lineup: a Cabernet Sauvignon (2008), with a tart cherry nose and silky smooth mouthfeel. Last up was Pollak's Meritage (2008), a blend of Cab Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot grapes. This was my least favorite red of the tasting. Afterwards, four of us purchased glasses of wine to enjoy on Pollak's patio, soaking up some October sunshine in a beautiful setting. Husband and I also purchased some of the Cabernet Sauvignon to bring home. On the whole, we liked the winery and wines; we just weren't as impressed by the overall operation. read more

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What a fantastic drive from NOVA. Took a little over 2 hours to get their. Went down in June 2020. Upon arrival it is Corvette friendly. The hostess was waiting for us and sat us (social distancing thing). I ordered a bottle of Petit Verdot. So a little about PV first, you really need to let this breath open pour in a glass and wait at least 15 minutes and boom it opens up and wow the flavor is awesome. Slightly Smokey, smooth as heck with a kiss of oak. This is a bold red. If you drink it immediately after opening you may not like it, let if breath... This is a great winery with a great view. SWaddell read more

Pollak Vineyards - Superb Petit Verdot, no one does them better than Virginia... - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

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Gorgeous winery with scenic views and an atmosphere of serenity. Pollak was our final stop on the bachelorette vineyard tour and I was super impressed by the venue and the staff. The tasting room was bright and welcoming, with comfortable seating placed throughout the main room's open layout. A fireplace sits along one of the walls and I can only imagine the coziness of a wintertime gathering in the room. Since we had a group of 13 we were taken to a private tasting room so that we could all taste at one time. We weren't expecting such thoughtful accommodation, so Pollak wins major points for that! Brie facilitated our tasting and she was absolutely fantastic. She was knowledgeable and engaging and truly made our experience delightful. I must admit that I don't remember much about the wines - I enjoyed them all, but had already tasted quite a few earlier in the day so they are all blending together in my mind. There was a red that I almost didn't try, but upon Brie's encouragement I ended up tasting it. I'm pretty sure it was the Meritage and I was blown away. It was full-bodied and the finish was complex and intriguing. In fact, the finish was probably my favorite part and I can't wait for my next trek up to Cville for a bottle! Aside from the beautiful tasting room that opens out onto a wraparound veranda, the grounds themselves are breathtaking. The vineyards, the mountain views, the pond... you just can't ask for much more in a winery. read more

Pollak Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

Pollak is a beautiful winery with some quality vino. The tasting room is new, light and spacious with lots of windows, a fireplace for winter and a big deck with tables and chairs along a pond for summer. The atmosphere feels contemporary, upscale and fun. The wines are delish. I agree with the previous poster who mentioned that he wished you got to try the Chardonnay Reserve during the tasting, but I've bought it before and will buy it again. I also really liked the Viogner and Meritage on my most recent visit. The Petit Verdot recently won the Monticello Cup. I thought it tasted very well made, but would have liked a bit more personality in the flavor. I've always had very good service here. I think many of the pourers are related to the owner. They are always well informed and friendly. I'll definitely return here year after year to watch as this great little winery grows. read more

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We paid a visit to Pollak Vineyards today on our way out of town today, and despite having been to Charlottesville quite a few times, this was our first time at this particular winery. We were a bit hesitant after reading some reviews regarding bad customer service, but we experienced the exact opposite. Our bartender was so personable and gave us great descriptions of each wine, chatted with us about her recent trip to DC (where we are from) and made it a lovely tasting. Their beautiful, comfortable tasting room is completely dog friendly, which is very unique. They offered us water for our doggo, and we enjoyed a few glasses before getting a couple bottles to take home with us. Their white wines were some of the best that we have tasted. The views are absolutely stunning and all the staff went out of their way to provide us with a great experience. We will definitely be back! read more

Pollak Vineyards - Wineries Near Me - Greenwood, Virginia

One of the best kept secrets among the dozens of wineries in the area, Pollak produces some of the best wines in the area. I've been to probably close to twenty wineries at this point, and after a while they all start to blend together. However, every once in a while a place exceeds my expectations, and Pollak is certainly a highlight in my mind. The have ample outdoor seating, either on the porch, in a seating area nearby, or on benches by the water (the winery faces west on the water, so you can watch the sunset behind the Mountain on the pond). The facilities inside are new and beautiful - the wine tasting bar is small and intimate. We were served immediately upon entering. Our pourer was very knowledgeable and gregarious (bonus points for letting dogs in the tasting room). For having never heard of this place, I was surprised how good all of the wines were on the tasting list. For $7 (the glasses are $4 if you want to take them home, a little steep for the area) we were able to try try eight different wines. I'm a a big red drinker, and all of the reds I tried - Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and the Meritage - were unbelievably good, especially the Meritage and the Cabernet. However, and it pains me to admit it....I liked the 2012 Viognier the most (GASP a white!). Crisp and creamy, it really hits the pallet then mellows out for a smooth finish, with hints of apricot and peach. The perfect summer white. Also the pours were more than generous. This place is far too easy to overlook, what with Veritas, Afton, and King Family nearby, but do yourself a favor and check this place out. It's one of my all time favorites. read more

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I love this vineyard! The wines here are among the best in the area. And the grounds are gorgeous. Not only are there gorgeous vineyards and a beautiful backdrop of hills, but there is also a cool pond behind the tasting room. There is an awesome outdoor patio that overlooks the vineyard and pond. The people here are so nice and have a deep knowledge of their wines. The last time I was there, they had a food menu, which was new. We always stop by here with cheese and crackers and get some wine to enjoy on the patio. I guaranteed this place is a worthwhile stop if you're looking for good wine and an awesome view. read more

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The wine was good but the behavior of a male employee was not okay. As I came out of the restroom I could see down the employees area. He turned the corner with his back to me, yelled out GD and threw something at a wall. He then proceeded to get super annoyed when all of the customers rushed inside as the rain came in with the high winds blowing the rain right on us. Unfortunately that experience left a bad taste in my mouth. We won't be back. read more

We went in with high expectations and unfortunately they did not live up to it. It was not the worst winery we have been to- we were just told that it was the best wine in the area, and that we could not agree with. The tasting price and the quality of the wines were okay, however the price point was a bit high for the wines themselves. We found the service to be okay but nothing special. At times, we felt like we were inconveniencing them, specifically when we came to close out our tab. We are hoping to go back next time we are in town, hoping for a better experience. read more