We stopped by on the way to the Shenandoah region for the weekend. The weather was so nice that we…read morewanted to spend a few hours at a winery on the way. I'm so glad we found this gem! We shared a white wine flight and it came with one rose. Most wines were on the sweeter side which I loved. We loved their seating areas looking into the scenic vistas and their seats were very comfortable. A patron was also playing a guitar which beautifully added to the ambience. There is also a very short hike down to a nearby waterfall which imo is worth doing! We brought our dog and she loved the hike as well. It was just a little bit of work to get down the slope to the hiking trail. We will definitely come back if we're in the area again!

Stopped by Chester Gap Cellars for a glass of wine with my husband after a hike in Shenandoah…read more I tried the Lighter Side of Red and found it to be an easy to drink dry red wine. Service was friendly and the view was outstanding. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating options!

Finally made it to Crimson Vineyards today after 3 weeks of trying because if the…read more rain First everyone spoke as soon as we entered the Winery. The view of the mountains is breathtaking. The wines are delicious The icing on cake was our server Crystal so knowledge, friendly & so sweet. We will be back with friends. Also, I loved that the manager Ken came around to check on our service. Crimson Vineyards you're amazing. We wil definitely be back!

It was a nice wine-tasting location with no kids and not too crowded. The time limit helped keep…read morethe atmosphere relaxed. The staff were friendly, and the prices were reasonable. It feels like a little getaway from the city, while still being close enough for a day trip. It's also not far from I-66, which makes it very convenient to get to. I really enjoyed the red wines, and the wine flight was right up my alley. The service could be a little slow when they get busy, but the outdoor seating was perfect for a group of four. Reservations are highly recommended. The only issue I noticed was that some guests were wearing very revealing outfits while taking selfies and photos, presumably for IG or something elese. I personally felt that this took away from the otherwise peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Maybe they should have some type of dress code.

After our hike in Shenandoah National Park, we stopped by Glen Manor for a glass of wine as it is…read morevery close to the trails. When having wine here you get to enjoy the same stunning views as hiking in the national park. The scenery is truly breathtaking. The service we encountered was exceptional. The staff members are true wine experts and treat you like royalty. The wine itself was fantastic. It's worth noting to bring your own snacks or lunch as they don't offer food on-site, but they do allow you to bring your own. With a spacious patio and outdoor area, you can sit back, unwind, and fully absorb the incredible mountain views. This will be a post-hike tradition for me from now on!

Wine, views and service are great. Price for quality is unmatched in Virginia. Love the small group…read morepolicy and the fact we can bring our dog. My wife favorite wine is the Sauvignon Blanc and mine is the St. Ruth but am really liking their Nebbiolo too.

Scheduled a wine tour for my mom and a couple of her friends! Dederick picked the most beautiful…read moreplaces with good wine, the car service was out of this world and my mom can't wait to plan her next wine tour in the fall! Dederick was knowledgeable, friendly and charismatic! Everyone truly had the best time

Spectacular experience: highest level of attention to detail resulting in a memorable day that…read moreshowcased the area, its wineries, beautiful landscapes, all in the comfort and safety of a chauffeured vehicle. Dederick was the perfect choice and he exceed all expectations. Take your experience to a new level with the services of Shenandoah Shores Management!

CLOSED -- We believe this place is no longer open. We drove by and saw that the sign looked quite…read moreold, and the entrance appeared to be blocked off. Their website mentioned they are "mostly closed," and when we tried calling the listed phone number, it had been disconnected. The photos in previous reviews look great, so it was disappointing not to be able to visit.

This place is *chefs kiss* exquisite. If I were ever to write a novel I would want to write it…read morehere. I would imagine Thoreau would share my feelings. The outside of the barn is so quaint with ivys growing up the sides. Surrounding the area are another couple barns with mini donkeys and goats. Parking is plentiful. Be careful or you may miss the turn! Fortunately there is an OPEN sign showing you to your destination. The singer was an older gentleman with an amazing voice thick mustache resembling Sam Elliot's and plethora of string instruments. While sitting next to the fire pit, this sound mixed with the warm ambience is perfection. I opted for the sweets flight- one sweeter white, one rose, one sparkling cider and one sangria. Their homemade sangria tasted like raspberry lemonade. The flights come with tiny morsels of food pairings for each. The presentation is lovely and planned to perfection. They offer snacks and local favorites like apple cider donuts or farm fresh eggs from a neighboring farm. Up the winding staircase you will find a barn cat listening to strangers play chess and laugh amongst themselves. We played a game of checkers and enjoyed the warmth of the barn and the music echoing through the building. This place is magic- and is a Diamond in the rough. I can't wait to return.

Capstone Vineyards is a small family-owned vineyard and tasting room located on the slopes of Blue…read moreMountain. Friendly staff Interesting wines Beautiful views Comfortable tasting room What we tasted: notes directly from vineyards tasting menu. 2025 Sparkling Rosé: 100% Merlot, fermented and aged 5 months in steel Made sparkling with bulk CO2 Nose: orange blossom, strawberry, papaya Mouth: grapefruit, cantaloupe pomearanate 2024 C2 93% Chardonnay, 7% Chenin Blanc Aged 10 months in neutral French oak, made sparkling using the Charmat Method Nose: green melon, orange sherbet, candied almonds Mouth: marzipan, lemon drop, hibiscus 2025 Sparkling Chardonnay 100% Chardonnay. Fermented and aged 10 months in neutral French oak 30 months on the yeast. Champagne Method Nose: pear compote, shortbread, meringue Mouth: lemon curd, apple tart, Turkish apricot 2025 Sparkling Cider Made in the Acadian style, typified by bright acidity, crisp, clear, dry and sparkling Harrison, Arkansas Black, Black Twig, Goldrush and Winesap, Fermented and aged in tank, made sparkling with bulk Co2 Nose: green melon, hibiscus, cantelope Mouth: candied lemon peel, chamomile, sweet tarts 2025 Sauvignon Blanc 100% Sauvignon Blanc 70% fermented in tank, 30% fermented in neutral French oak Nose: croissant, honeycomb, cara cara orange, Mouth: lemon balm, nectarine, verbena tea 2024 Merlot 100% Merlot, aged 14 months in French oak (23% new oak, 77% neutral, Nose: anise, black cherry, balsam Mouth: blackberry, cola, candied strawberry 2024 Cabernet Franc 100% Cabernet Franc, aged 14 months in French oak (33% new oak, 67% neutral" Nose: nutmeg, lavender, black plum Mouth: tootsie roll, plum, leather Note we had to climb a steep stairway to tasting room. Im not sure if there is an ADA entrance My rating rationale for beer, wine, or spirits: +1 Service +1 Atmosphere/Vibe +1 Taste/Quality (Flavor, aroma, and overall quality of the beverage) +1 Presentation (Glassware, garnishes, and visual appeal of the drinks) +1 Selection/Variety (Range of beer, wine, or spirit options and uniqueness of offerings)

We really enjoyed our visit to this winery. There was a ton of seating both upstairs outside and…read moreinside, which made it feel really relaxed and not overcrowded. The family that owns the winery was very friendly and welcoming. We decided to get glasses instead of doing a tasting since tastings were $25 and glasses were around $15 each. We liked the wine we tried enough to bring a bottle home with us. Since they grow all of their own grapes, the wine selection was a little limited, but everything felt very local and personal. We were hoping to grab a small snack while there, but they didn't have any food available. Most wineries at least have crackers or cheese, so that was a little disappointing.

Stop #2 on the birthday winery crawl was to Rappahannock Cellars. It's a cute winery located…read morealongside a distillery. I was provided a set wine tasting menu which included a sparkling, 2 white, 2 red and a 1 port wine for $20. I was taken care of by Elizabeth who was so great. We made small talk during my tasting and I learned a lot about the winery and the surrounding neighborhood. I decided to take home a bottle of the sparkling red just in time for New Year's Eve. It is very spacious!

Terrific first impression. If you're here to have a flight, you'll need to stay in the tasting…read moreroom. They'll pour wines for you one at a time. After that, pic a favorite and enjoy it in one of their outdoor spaces. While the rooftop is cute, we preferred the peaceful ambiance of the front patio, lots of trees, tables and vineyard views. Of the wines we sampled, faves included Fizzy Lizzie, Eighteen, and the port style wine. This is the kind of space one could spend a few hours.

I was on a road trip with my daughter in July and we got lost but found this absolutely wonderful…read moreplace. My review is long passed due but my memory of what we experienced will be fresh for long time. Josh was amazing. He not only provided a delicious charcuterie board and paired wine for me but let my daughter complete a work zoom meeting in a quiet and secluded area. It saved the day for her and I was beyond being taken good care of.

Representing V for 2020, V is for Valerie Hill Vineyard. My girlfriend at the time birthday…read moreoccurred during Covid in May 2020. She was itching to get out of town for the day for hike, etc. in the Winchester area. I was nice & agreeable to take off work to make this happen for her as her birthday kind of got derailed with Covid. She wanted to go to a winery, which I found this one. Staff was very nice, and they had a nice area outside with patio seating. We enjoyed our wine in a nice setting. I highly recommend this winery.

This is my favorite place for a wine slushie as it takes a while to melt and doesn't have huge…read morechucks of ice. It's also too easy to drink... the food here is also good. This time we were going to grab food after so ordered the seafood dip which had full shrimps incorporated. Last year when we went we got the the seasonal peachy keen wine slushie which we still dream about to this day, white truffle mushroom pizza was pretty yummy, virgin frozen strawberry daiquiri (great way to stay sober in the summer heat if you're not into alcohol, or just love strawberries), and olive oil carrot cake was delicious.

We are wine members at barrel oak and always have the best experience. Jen, the membership…read moredirector is amazing and always so helpful and friendly. Makes it a point to say hi, always! Rey, the chef, presented us with his chocolate beer brownie Sunday and it was 10 out of 10 and will be on the menu coming up this weekend. Highly recommend ordering this dessert! We love it here and the views are amazing too!

LOVE THIS PLACE!!! This winery was on our way back home so we stopped off for a drink and a…read morenosh...so cute!! The sangria was amazing, the charcuterie board was wonderful and the bread...wow! And bonus, they have a kitty!!! Staff was wonderful, very friendly and the vibe was chill...perfect for a winery!!!

This spot has a fun personality--lots of playful shirts and slogans that make you smile. They also…read moreoffer cider sangria, which was a nice surprise. The wine itself was just okay for me, but the tasting room was modern and had a pretty view, which made the experience enjoyable overall. We had a good time here, and while the wine wasn't a standout for me, the atmosphere and vibe definitely were.