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Charlottesville Area Wineries and Monticello Wine Trail Vineyards

Charlottesville Area Wineries and Monticello Wine Trail Vineyards

• Nelson County Wineriess and Breweries
  

• Afton Mountain Vineyards
  
  Afton Mountain Vineyards is one of Virginia's pioneer farm wineries. Original vines were planted in 1978 and '79 and their Cabernet Sauvignon vines are among the oldest in Virginia. The Charlottesville vineyards lie on the southeastern slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains at 960 feet in a setting of sublime beauty and excellence of terroir, that elusive fusion of sun, earth, air and water which Europe's "noble" wine grapes need to thrive. We neither irrigate nor use herbicides and employ insecticides only rarely and reluctantly. Our tasting room is open year around although on an abbreviated schedule during the winter. Here you can taste our wines with fine cheeses, pâtés, and other light fare or you can go outside to our picnic area and surrender yourself to the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hours: Mar.-Dec., Wed.-Mon. 10a.m.-6p.m. (10a.m.-5p.m. Nov. and Dec.); Jan.-Feb., Fri.-Mon. 11a.m.-5p.m.; or by appt.
• Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery
  
  Nestled at the foot of Wintergreen Resort and atop the rolling hills of the Rockfish Valley, sits Hill Top Berry Farm & Winery. Originally opened as a pick-your-own blackberry farm, the family owned and operated business expanded into a winery in the late 1990's. Hours: Wednesday to Saturday - 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday - 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. During Berry Season (July 19 - August 17, 2008) Wednesday to Saturday - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday - 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Cardinal Point Winery
  Family owned and operated, Cardinal Point Vineyard and Winery lies in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge, in the shadow of Afton Mountain. Cardinal Point creates wines that put a smile on customers’ faces, and that inspire the chef in all of us to achieve the perfect pairing of wine and food. Hours: Open every day from 11:00 to 5:30.
• DelFosse Vineyards and Winery
  
  DelFosse Vineyards & Winery is one of the newest wineries in Virginia near Charlottesville and Jefferson's Monticello. Located in the Hickory Creek Valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, they are in a lovely rural setting. The Charlottesville Winery is hugged by the hills but with the elevation to ensure both rich wines and spectacular views. Visitors can relax and have a quiet picnic by the lake or take a hike or a bike ride on the 5 1/2 miles of trails surrounding the winery. Take a tour of our terraced vineyards or historic buildings and enjoy a tasting of the fine wines, of course! Hours: Wednesday to Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm Monday and Tuesday by appointment
• Autumn Hill
  
  Autumn Hill Vineyards was started in 1979 by the Schwab family. They have some of the oldest Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon plantings in Virginia.  The first vintage was produced in 1986.  Over the years, owners Avra and Ed have continued to produce "Virginia wines with a European accent" and have grown to love full bodied, dry wines. The winery has grown over the years to include a barrel room where the optimum temperature keeps the wines stable so they can develop slowly in predominantly French Oak barrels to their fullest potential. All the red wines are all unfiltered.
• Barboursville Vineyards
  
  The tasting room is the centerpiece of many a visit to Barboursville Vineyards. In the style of a Northern Italian farmhouse we greet you with a roaring fire in our double-sided fireplace in winter, and covered loggias in the warm season. Here you can sample more than 15 of our award winning wines, select wine books and accessories in our gift shop, or just relax at a table or on lawns overlooking the vineyards and the Blue Ridge, with your favorite wine.  Hours: Mon – Sat. 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 11 am – 5 pm
• Blenheim Vineyards
  
  Blenheim Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery located 20 minutes southest of Charlottesville. This Charlottsville Winery has a timber frame tasting room, with a beautiful view. Current Hours: open full-time Wednesday through Sunday 11 am to 5:30 pm

• Burnley Vineyards
  
  Burnley Vineyards is one of the oldest Vineyards in the Monticello Viticultural Area. Some of the wines they produce include: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Orange Muscat, Muscat Blanc, Chambourcin, Vidal and Norton. Hours: Jan thru March: Fri, Sat, Sun 11 am to 5 pm
  April thru Dec. every day 11 am to 5 pm
• King Family Vineyards
  
  King Family Vineyards is a family-owned and operated boutique winery located in Crozet, just fifteen minutes from Charlottesville at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The winery specializes in small productions of ultra-premium wine that showcase the remarkable qualities of nearly 100% estate grown fruit. 

  The covered veranda, expansive lawn, or brick patio are perfect for outdoor picnics while the Tasting Room and warm stone fireplace are inviting on cooler days. Bring your own goodies or pick from gourmet assortments of chocolates, cheeses, salamis, spreads, and hot french bread. 

  Hours: Mon thru Fri. 9 am to 5 pm, Sat & Sun. 11 am to 5 pm
  

• Kluge Estate Winery and Vineyard
  
  The Kluge Estate Farm Shop serves as the winery’s tasting room and gift shop. Sample wines, indulge in cheese pairings that best highlight the wines and for exceptional gifts and wine accessories. The Farm Shop’s hours are seasonal. call 434-984-4855
• Oakencroft Winery
  
• Mountain Cove Vineyards and Winegarden
  Founded in 1973 by Al and Emily Weed, Mountain Cove is now Virginia's oldest winery.
• Veritas Vineyard & Winery
  
• Wintergreen Winery
  
• Lovingston Winery
• Monticello Wine Trail
• First Colony Winery
  
• Hornton Vineyards
  
• Jefferson Vineyards
  
• Keswick Vineyards
  
• Stone Mountain Vineyards
  
• White Hall Vineyards
  
• Blue Mountain Brewery
  
• South Street Brewery
  
• Star Hill Brewery
  
• Devils Backbone Brewery
  
• Albemarle CiderWorks
  

Outdoor Adventure

• Wintergreen Resort

• Crabtree Falls

• Reeling and Rafting Come float the historic James River with the a river Outfitter that can create dreams you will always remember and share with family and friends. Relax on the bank of the James River while professional staff readies your equipment for your pleasure. Have the time of your life spending that relaxing day on the wild and scenic James River that courses through the wooded foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Bring your fishing tackle along for the best small mouth bass fishing on the east coast or simply unwind with a packed cooler for that picnic and let the James River take you away. As the tall, woodland banks slip past, look for the Deer, Blue Herons, Ospreys and Bald Eagles.

• James River Runners
  
  Enjoy canoeing, rafting, kayaking and river tubing on the James River!  Located at the Hatton Ferry.

History and Museums

• Walton's Museum
  WALTON'S MOUNTAIN MUSEUM offers replicas of John-Boy's Bedroom, Ike Godsey's Store, "The Waltons" kitchen and "The Waltons" living room. They have a 30-minute video featuring Earl Hamner and the stars of "The Waltons". There are hundreds of photographs and pieces of memorbilia. Browse the souvenir shop that offers gifts, local crafts, books, DVDs and more.
• Monticello - The Home of Thomas Jefferson Tour the house that Jefferson designed and built for himself and his family and enjoy the grounds of the Monticello Plantation. The price of admission includes two guided 45 minute walking tours - the Gardens and Grounds and Plantation Community Tours - available April - October.

• Virginia Discovery Museum A hands-on children's museum, with exhibits on the arts, sciences, humanities, history and nature. In Charlottesville, Virginia on the East End of Downtown. At only $4 for admission, the Virginia Discovery mUseum is a fun and cheap place to visit if traveling with children.

• The Toy Museum at Natural Bridge

• The Natural Bridge Wax Museum

• Haunted Monster Museum

• Monocan Indian Village

• Harrisonburg Children's Museum HCM is a not-for-profit organization that offers a hands-on, interactive museum where children (ages 2-12) and their families can explore and learn together. The museum offers a wide range of activities including arts, culture, science and technology. All activities and exhibits are designed so young minds can "explore more." Voted "BEST Museum of the Valley 2008" by readers of the Daily News-Record!

• Virginia Safari Park The Virginia Safari Park opened in the spring of 2000 out of a need and desire for people to be able to see wild animals in a much more natural environment than had previously been available. At VSP you'll be able to see animals run and frolic with abandon ... or block your path ... or lay flat-out in the sun ... the choice will be theirs; they are free to roam—no pacing back and forth in front of a barred exhibit!

• The Jumbo Antique Fire Engine Museum Jumbo Antique Fire Engine Museum houses the only remaining 1911 Robinson Chemical Fire Engine. The museum, founded in 1982, houses a collection of fire service items, some from the Civil War era. Located in the scenic Shenandoah Valley, in Staunton. Admission is free. Another great choice for families.

• Frontier Culture Museum

• Blackfriars Playhouse

• Thomas Jefferson's Poplar Forest

Local Information

Other Links

• Nelson County
  

• Charlottesville-Albemarle County Convention & Tourism Bureau
  

• Monticello Avenue

• Blue Ridge Parkway
  

• Festive Fare Rentals
  

• The Hamilton Home Team

• Blue Ridge Weddings

• Nan Rothwell Pottery
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• Charlottesville Country Properties