We came for the cookie and wine pairing. Driving up, the signs greeting us were fun and very…read morereminiscent of the old BurmaShave signs. They had us smiling before we walked in the door. The tasting room is small when entering and the room we sat in was very tiny but cozy and felt like an old English cottage but they also had another room that was pretty full that day. The wines were good as well as the cookies which were made by a bakery in Orange called Mary's Mountain Cookies. Being cat people, my friend and I especially loved visiting with the winery cat who was making himself at home in one of the chairs. After the self guided tasting and pairing, we did go to the bar to taste a couple of their other wines that weren't a part of the flight and we were then able to interact with the owners a bit which is always my favorite part of visiting a winery. This was a fun visit. We'll be back.

What a fantastic winery to visit! I found this cute winery today and had a wonderful time talking…read moreto Ken about his wines and tasting them. It's located down a gravelly path, with cute signs from their cat Nutter. There's an indoor tasting area and seating, as well as outdoor seating. I decided to do their 8 option tasting and really enjoyed learning about Virginia's wines and grapes, having recently moved here from the Pacific Northwest. Out of all of the wines I tasted, my favorites were the Duo (white viognier/chardonnay blend), the Founded 1734 (red blend), and the Vin Gris (merlot/cab franc blush). Bonus, you get to keep the cute glass after your tasting! This was a great place to visit, run by a super friendly couple, with many great wines. I will definitely be back!

Didn't go to the actual winery, but tasted their wines at Virginia Town Point Wine Festival…read more Absolutely the WORST wines I've ever had. When you say that a watermelon Jolly Rancher was the inspiration for your wine, you just need to stop calling it wine. Call it what it is - sugar water, with a twist of Dimetap. Also, this was the first booth I went to, so I wasn't even drunk yet. Get reasonably tipsy before you ever try these wines. Or better yet, don't try them.

When we drove up to this place, I was really not sure if we were going to someone's house or if it…read morewas a legitimate business. It's a very small winery, and they are basically producing their wine in their garage. The owner came out of his house and invited us into the tasting room/garage. I was not a fan of any of the wines, but they are a very new operation and very enthusiastic at making wine so hopefully it will improve in the coming years. We bought a bottle of the Traminette. I will give it another year or so and try it again!

We attended a family members wedding beautiful facility service was outstanding food. Very tasty.read more

In my opinion, this place is unique in the sense that everyone, to include the owner, makes you…read morefeel like family. Every time I visit the area from out of town, I do my best to check out different Virginia wineries but am continuously drawn to DuCard. I'm not a wine connoisseur but I do raise my pinkie when raising a glass. I do my best to try as many as I can - red and white, when not having to drive, just to experience the different wines available. All have been delicious and I always walk out with a few bottles. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, the ambiance is loose, open, inviting, and just a cool laid back vibe. There seems to be entertainment every time I've visited and nosh is available as well. Definitely put this place on your places to visit when in the area.

If you haven't stopped by Vinosity downtown yet, you are missing out! We checked out their Friday…read morefree wine tasting and ended up falling in love with the pours. We grabbed a bottle right off the tasting table (which got us 10% off!) and ended up picking up three other reds to take home too. The ladies working there are so knowledgeable, welcoming, and genuinely nice. Especially for people like us who are new to the area. Can't wait to go back!

Cute store and nice selection of great opportunities to explore new wines at affordable price…read morepoints. Some nice merch. Well curated displays and offerings. BUT I want a wine shop to have ambiance and make the experience memorable. The lady working had ZERO personality. You'd think in a completely empty shop when you see customers browsing shelves, pulling bottles and seriously exploring your offerings your brain might suggest this has the potential to be a good sale and great opportunity to engage potential repeat customers. Disappointing experience to say the least. We bought several bottles and left.

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.

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.

Revalation Vineyards was one of those unexpected finds that makes you wonder how you didn't…read morediscover it sooner -- especially being only 15 minutes from home. I enjoyed the Governor's Flight, and from the first pour, I knew this place was special. The wines were beautifully crafted, the presentation charming and eclectic, with each tasting served in unique vintage glassware that somehow feels elegant, fun, and completely unpretentious. The standout for me was the Village Estate Reserve. The aromatics immediately pulled me in, and the palate just kept evolving -- balanced, expressive, smooth, and revealing new layers of flavor with every sip. One of those wines that makes you stop mid-conversation just to appreciate what's happening in your glass. Beyond the wine, the owners are gracious, the grounds are beautiful, and yes... they welcome furry companions, which earns bonus points from me and the boys. Add in the stunning locally crafted furniture and thoughtful décor, and the entire experience feels warm, curated, and authentic. If you're near Culpeper, Charlottesville, or simply looking for a beautiful Virginia wine experience, Revalation is an absolute hidden gem. Highly recommend.

Originally we wanted to visit Early Mountain winery but it happened to be closed to the public so…read morewe came here instead. It is such a cute spot with shaded Adirondack chairs offering beautiful views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The flights come in cute, antique, mismatched wine tasting glasses. We went a little overboard with the cheese but it was so tasty along with the baguette and fruit compotes. One of the women even came over and offered us some grapes to try. It was extremely peaceful and we'd definitely come back.

We stopped by Castle Vineyards on a Saturday evening, excited that they were open late (until 7PM)…read more The interior had rustic farmhouse decor, with a bar to order at and plenty of seating. They offered both tastings and flights, but my friend and I both chose a glass of Rosé. The staff member had described it as crisp and dry, but it was still a bit too sweet for my preference - not terrible though. We sat on the rocking chairs outside and admired the nice view of green fields. I think they were setting up for a private event in the meantime, because people kept showing up with their own trays of food, and a whole bunch of children and dogs. Overall, we liked the ambiance here but the wine wasn't especially memorable and service was lukewarm.

My first winery experience was in Castle Vineyards when my friend and I did a mini bachelorette…read moretogether in the Luray area. This place is serene and extremely peaceful and I could probably just sit outside and take everything in for hours. There are a few boardgames to play as well. There aren't a lot of seating inside, but during the daytime, the place was very laid back and not overcrowded. There are no marked parking spaces, but people typically park on the grass and there is ample space for so many cars. The interior of the main building was very simple and "bare bones" but had a homely charm to it and the lovely woman who served our flights was such a gentle, warm person who complemented the peacefulness of the place! My friend and I ended up buying our own bottles of wine and my fiance absolutely loved the Barren Ridge's Touriga wine that I got for him! Will definitely be back to bring him the next time around! Just a great place to take a step back and enjoy some wine!

Would love to give them 5 stars but honestly staff was a weird with us, will be back though for the…read moreBison steak alone though, it was soooooo good. 100% worth a second chance which we hope to go back this year (March 2025, last year was when we visited for first time!) The wine was delicious and the property is absolutely stunning both inside and out. Not sure if they were just having an off day or they thought we weren't gonna spend any $ there due to us having dogs/ not being dressed up at all but if it wasn't for the food/drinks/ aesthetics and we think was one of the managers coming to say hi to us I would have probably left less stars. - SpicyAivy

Truly cannot recommend Early Mountain enough! It is one of the most beautiful wineries I've…read morevisited- the tasting room reminds me of Crimson Lane or Barboursville- and definitely one of the more upscale options of the wide range of Virginia wineries. The wines are excellent and there are several tasting options you can choose- I believe there was a red flight, a white flight, and a "signature" option that had both. You also have the option to build your own flight, which I always love. The 2024 rosé is a standout, we picked up several bottles to bring home. We could not believe how good the food was- it was worth a trip in its own right! It's on the pricier side but it is clear why, the plates wouldn't be out of place at a fine dining restaurant. We also had the kindest server, Chelsie, who made our experience so special and memorable! She stopped by to chat several times, gave us great recommendations, and she could not have been nicer to me and my friends. We were lucky enough to attend our dear friends' wedding here and it was a spectacular wedding venue. The space is just beautiful and the catering was incredible- some of the best wedding food we've had by far. We liked it so much we came back to visit the tasting room the next day :) This is a perfect stop on the way to Charlottesville from the DMV and a gorgeous place to spend an afternoon.

First of all, the 2-3 miles leading to the winery is up the mountain on a primitive road. It's def…read morepart of thr experience, but plz be prepared. If you're someone who is scared of country roads or heights, might not be your jam. The property is absolutely stunning. The views!! The wine was delicious and they did offer a charcuterie board with variations. They also offer pizza on weekends, I believe. It's a huge lodge, seating inside outside patio with upstairs and downstairs options. Everyone was super friendly and it had a locals only vibe, felt Tucker away and private. But you get there and there's people there, so it's a known gem in Dyke, VA. A must see if you're in the area!

The view!! We brought a picnic to enjoy on the deck, with a bottle of their deliciously refreshing…read moreChardonnay. There's also plenty of seating in the tasting room inside, if the weather doesn't cooperate. The road to the Vineyard is unpaved, narrow and bumpy but the challenge is well worth it to enjoy such a beautiful and serene place. I highly recommend either a 4WD or AWD vehicle and note that low to the ground vehicles will scrape.