This was our first visit and definitely won't be our last. We stumbled upon Southwest Mountain and…read moreleft wondering why we hadn't heard of it before. The food was a highlight... the ricotta and strawberry bruschetta was a lovely combination, and the pimento cheese dip had a nice little kick to it that we loved. Paired with good wine, a beautiful setting, and top notch service and you really can't ask for much more. Safe to say it's officially been added to our Charlottesville rotation. Can't wait to go back.

We've been members now for over a year. I highly recommend joining. I have only found four Vinyards…read morein the area that have good reds and Southwest Mountain has excellent reds. Greg, Sarah, and especially Tara take excellent care of us. I have back issues and only one table is comfortable enough for me to sit for awhile and they are kind enough to reserve it for us if we reach out far enough in advance. There is always plenty of seating and it's one of the few wineries with a beautiful building and nice interior also.

What a welcoming experience I enjoyed last week when I met up with my Cornell nursing school mate…read moreand her husband after 58 years. Carson was our phenomenal waiter whose smile and skill we all enjoyed. Mount Ida has been my go to venue for special family and friend events and will continue to be.

Beautiful setting, ornate yet somewhat rustic indoors with multiple sipping & eating spaces plus…read morethe brewing room & bar area where to-go beer cans were prepped. Flowers in vases, fanciful chairs & tables, a circular staircase going to an upstairs tasting room, chandeliers, mirrors & paintings abound and a very curious video of home interiors & exteriors (homes for sale?) is seen on large screen monitors. Outdoors (this is a 5,000 acre property!), there are also many areas to sit including where heat lamps warm you in the colder months, a fire pit with rocking chairs around it, a space for pizza making classes, a large fireplace & bubbling fountains. All overlooking expansive views of the surrounding mountains & meadows. We came on a day when flights of beer (all were so good!) were half priced. The snack foods we ordered were very large (pretzels, cinnamon bites with caramel & softened goat cheese dip with raisins, honey, olive oil & flatbread for dipping. All were filling & flavorful. Staff is super friendly & welcoming. There is ample parking.

We have visited several times but haven't been in a couple of years. This winery has always been…read moreone of our favorites. We came with friends who hadn't been before. We were warmly greeted and ordered flights to try several wines. We sat outside and really enjoy the spacing of the tables, shade and availability. We really love the feel of this winery. The wines we tried were delicious. Looking forward to coming back in colder weather and enjoying the beautiful fireplace.

Such a cute winery! My friends and I came here on a Sunday afternoon and it was surprisingly not…read moretoo crowded. There's plenty of seating options, inside and out side on the deck or at picnic tables. They have 3 dogs that are super sweet that roam around, and you are able to bring your own dog but have to be leashed. For drinks, I got a glass of the strawberry special wine which was a sweeter wine and so delicious! I also ordered their pepperoni pizza which was yummy. The staff were very friendly too. Would definitely come back!

In the fall, Carter's Mountain is packed with folks buying pumpkins, apple cider, apple cider…read moredonuts, cider, and wine. On a quiet week day in the spring, we were able to enjoy the steep drive up the mountain and the views that greeted us without lots of people and cars coming and going. You can still buy the cider, donuts, ice cream, and more. You also can relax and shop their very cute country store, which sells locally made jams, syrups, mixes, and other foods. They also have lovely dish towels and many other such gift items. We recommend going both in the fall to be part of the festivities as well as in the spring and summer.

The views are amazing, clean and plenty of sitting space. Easy parking and a gain the views are…read moreworth the drive. We love the peach picking experience and it's so much fun. We enjoy the peach cider and they do have a lot of tasty treat like apple cider donuts are scrumptious. Kids friendly but pets are not allow when picking. The price is by size of bags, $15 for small and it's plenty for us. The gift shop is fun as well.

I enjoyed the tasting cellar much more than the vibe upstairs at Charley's. The folks working were…read morekind and welcoming, and they answered some questions I had ahead of ordering a wine flight. Since I was planning to share with my mom, I went for the sweet wine flight despite personally preferring semi-dry wines more. I think that was my mistake, as my mom ended up not wanting to drink much, and the sweet wines are SWEET. Like syrupy-sweet. Not just like a nice moscato-sweet. It was like drinking straight sugar. And the price was steep at $37 after tip. We sat on their patio, which is underneath Charley's patio, and were treated to serene river views. A local artist played some music too. Cool vibe, I just ordered the wrong thing.

Grey place, had so much fun!!! The atmosphere, the views, food and drinks are on point.read more

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.

I loved this vineyard! My group brought my sister's puppy and they are so dog-friendly and…read moreaccommodating - the staff is awesome! The interior and exterior of the vineyard is absolutely adorable too!! Funky, classy, & unique interior, and beautiful views with lots of outdoor/patio seating. The wines were good, and the charcuterie board was absolutely delicious! I would return here again.

Buyer beware - the other reviews on here are not written by serious wine drinkers. How do I know?…read moreMy group came to Montifalco yesterday and was excited to try some great wines. With so many positive reviews, how could we go wrong? They set us up in the cutest little private cottage and we're so sweet. Unfortunately that's where the charm begins and ends. We got five different wines to try. The bubbly was good but the rest were awful. No one in our group of ten found them even remotely drinkable. The one red was so acidic, my friend was up until 4:00am with an upset stomach from the acid burn. It's incredibly disappointing how bad the wines are given how cute the space is and how friendly the staff is. We went back to our Airbnb and opened our own bottles afterwards to cleanse our palattes.

Writing this while still sitting here as the experience has been absolutely fantastic…read more Came on a Monday after having Montifalco recommended for YEARS from other winery/industry folk. I'm sad it took me this long to get out here but enabled us to come on a day when only one other party was enjoying their outside area! A rare, beautiful 80 degree sunny day in July, nice music and a nice breeze make for a perfect wine sipping environment! The employees were both so incredibly nice and welcoming. We split their featured flight and there was not a single wine I didn't enjoy! Will be leaving here with a bottle or two and probably be returning very soon!

One review is simply not enough space to talk about how amazing Virago, their products, and their…read morestaff are!!!! We first fell in love with Virago because of their products, which is ultimately what prompted us to reach out about hosting an event in their space. After having the pleasure of not only enjoying their tasting room but also hosting our event there, we now have an entirely new appreciation for what makes Virago so special. First and foremost, a HUGE shoutout to the incredible people who made our experience so memorable- Vicki, Mike, Barry, Floyd, and everyone else we interacted with were so welcoming, friendly, and genuinely enjoyable to talk to. And Cade and Miles behind the bar absolutely knocked it out of the park. They provided some of the best hospitality we could have asked for while also making some seriously delicious drinks to complement the experience. We were even lucky enough to get a tour and hear more about the history of the facility, the people behind Virago, and the mission that drives what they do. We were completely blown away. It was one of those experiences that makes you realize there is so much more behind a great product than what you see on the shelf. Working with the Virago team from start to finish was an absolute pleasure. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure our event was handled perfectly, and it showed. Every one of our guests left happy, impressed, and in great spirits. We already had plenty of love for Virago's products before this experience, but now we have an even greater appreciation for the people behind them. We will absolutely be repeat customers, and judging by the reactions of everyone we brought with us, Virago gained quite a few new customers that day as well! Thank you to the entire Virago team for making such an important occasion for us even more special. We couldn't have asked for a better experience, and we truly can't say enough good things about you all.

Nice cozy bar for a date night or solo drink. Service and flavors were great. Wish they had food as…read morewell though