PART II: JUNE 2020 REOPENING WINERIES IN LOUDOUN COUNTY VIRGINIA

“Age is just a number. It’s totally irrelevant unless, of course, you happen to be a bottle of wine.”

― Joan Collins

Are you ready for some vino inside? Only a week has passed since my last post (Part I of the June 2020 Reopening of Wineries in Loudoun County) and Virginia is already moving into Phase 2 of its reopening schedule. Now, restaurants and beverage establishments can allow indoor dining at 50% capacity. Read on to find out how 3 more clusters (18 wineries) in Loudoun County are reopening for visitors like you.

Wineries in Loudoun County: Bluemont Vineyard

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Where are the wineries in Loudoun County?

Only 30 miles west of Washington, DC, Loudoun County borders the Potomac River, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley. With rolling hills and lush vegetation, it’s the perfect environment to grow grapes. It’s no wonder that wine-lovers flock to Loudoun County; it provides the most choice in Virginia with 40 vineyards in one county. Leesburg, a wonderful historic town dating back to colonial times, is the perfect place to meet others first because the wineries fan out in various directions from this point.

Is there a map of the Loudoun County Wine Trail?

Yes, Visit Loudoun, the official Convention and Tourism Center of Loudoun County, created a helpful reference tool. The Loudoun Wine Trail Guide provides a wonderful map of the county with each of the 40 vineyards marked and color coded according to its cluster, along with more helpful details.

Do Any of the Loudoun County Vineyards Offer Food and Wine Pairings?

Before COVID-19, food and wine pairings were common, but very few of the wineries in Loudoun County have their kitchens open at this point. See the individual websites for further information.

Are any of the Loudoun County Wineries Family or Pet Friendly?

A number of the vineyards are specifically designed with areas for families and pets. Check the listings below and visit each vineyard’s website to verify their specific rules during this Phase 2 reopening.

What Are the Six Clusters of Loudoun County Wineries?

The 40 wineries are assigned to groups based on the nearest town. The three closest to Leesburg (less than 15 minutes) are: the Waterford Cluster, the Harmony Cluster, and the Potomac Cluster. See my previous Part I post for information on the wineries in those clusters. In this post, I cover the three groups of Loudoun County wineries closer to the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains (and more than 20 minutes away from Leesburg) which are: the Loudoun Heights Cluster, the Mosby Cluster, and the Snicker’s Gap Cluster.

The Loudoun Heights Cluster

The fourth of the six clusters includes and surrounds the historic small town of Hillsboro. The beautiful natural scenery is visible from the vineyards located high on the hillside.

868 Estate Vineyards

Winner of the 2020 Governor’s Cup award, 868 Estate Vineyards has a gourmet farm-to-fork restaurant.
14001 Harpers Ferry Rd, Purcellville, VA 20132
(540) 668-7008
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open – face masks are REQUIRED
NO reservation needed
Wine sold by the bottle only
Max 10 people per group
BYO picnic, blankets, chairs
Pop-up tents are welcome
Curbside pick up available
Online orders will be delivered by UPS
Grandale Restaurant is temporarily closed

Breaux Vineyards

A Cajun owned and operated vineyard and winery, Breaux Vineyards offers group tastings.
36888 Breaux Vineyards Ln, Purcellville, VA 20132
(540) 668-6299
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open – face masks are REQUIRED
Reservations ARE needed
BYO picnic, blankets and chairs
Some space available for pop-up tents (all need reservation)
Curbside pick up available

Bozzo Family Vineyards

One of the newest Loudoun County wineries, Bozzo Family Vineyards won silver in the 2020 Governor’s Cup Competition.
35226 Charles Town Pike, Purcellville, VA 20132 (New directions due to Hillsborough construction)
(571) 918-9001
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open – face masks are REQUIRED
Reserved spaces and open outdoor seating
Limited indoor seating for 2-3 people
Pets allowed on leash, water and treats provided
Until 6/30, 10% off 3+ bottles for pickup orders
Free delivery in Loudoun

Doukénie Winery

Dramatic views and a peaceful setting are the hallmark of Doukénie Winery‘s 400-acre estate.
14727 Mountain Rd, Hillsboro, VA 20132
(540) 668-6464
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open to Club members ONLY at this time
Face masks are REQUIRED
1.5-hour timeslots for visits
No cash
Wine sold by the bottle only
Free home delivery within a 20-mile radius
Curbside pick-up available

Hillsborough Vineyards

A family-owned & operated vineyard and winery, Hillsborough Vineyards specializes in small batch productions of complex wines.
36716 Charles Town Pike, Hillsboro, VA 20132
(540) 668-6216
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED when ordering indoors or using restrooms
Outdoor seating only
Max 10 people per group
Reservations for Trellis Area and Tours available
Boxed food available
Curbside pick-up, shipping and delivery of online orders

Maggie Malick Wine Caves

Named after the owner, Maggie Malick Wine Caves is a dog-friendly 215-acre vineyard with rolling hills and four ponds.
12138 Harpers Ferry Rd, Purcellville, VA 20132
(540) 905-2921
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
NO reservation required
Max 10 people per group
Kids and leashed pets welcome but must stay with adults
Cheese, charcuterie and combo plates available and to-go
BYO picnic, chairs, blankets allowed
Curbside pick-up and shipping available

Notaviva Vineyards

Expanding upon their fermentation success, Notaviva Vineyards is now a 21+ brewery, cidery and winery.
13274 Sagle Rd
Hillsboro, VA 20132
(540) 668-6756
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED when inside building to use bathrooms or when ordering from staff, but NOT required when outside
Tables available on first-come, first-serve basis
Max 8 people per group
No kids; no pets
BYO picnics allowed
Curbside pick-up available for online orders

Two Twisted Posts Winery

Small batch craft wines is the focus of Two Twisted Posts Winery, a family-owned and operated vineyard.
12944 Harpers Ferry Rd.
Purcellville, VA 20132
Phone: 540-668-6540
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED
Reservation for outdoor seating recommended
Max 10 individuals per group (this includes children)
2-hour time slots for visits
Wine sold by the bottle and flights only
Picnic table, grass or patio spots in the shade available
BYO picnic allowed
Dogs welcome on leash
Curbside pick-up and to-go orders available

The Mosby Cluster

Travel down Route 50, known as John Mosby Highway, to reach the fifth cluster of wineries in Loudoun County. Along this route, you’ll pass by stone-stacked fences through the towns of Aldie and Middleburg, home to Virginia hunt country with its abundance of horse farms and beautiful estates.

50 West Vineyards

Sitting high on a bluff, 50 West is a farm vineyard that overlooks the valley below.
39060 John Mosby Hwy, Middleburg, VA 20117
(571) 367-4760
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks recommended
Max 6 guests per group
Two seatings only, 11 am – 2 pm and 3 pm – 6 pm
Reservations with a $5 deposit required for seated tables with lawn and vineyard views, as well as for the covered patio
Picnic area available on first-come, first-serve basis
BYO blankets, chairs and picnic

Boxwood Estate Winery

Tucked away from the road, Boxwood Estate Winery is a sustainable vineyard dedicated to creating red and white wines in the French Bordeaux tradition, a favorite of well-known owner Jack Kent Cooke.
2042 Burrland Ln, Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-8778
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED
NO reservation required
No one under 21
No pets
No cash
Minimum 1 bottle per person purchase required

Cana Vineyards and Winery

With striking mountain views, family-owned Cana Vineyards and Winery was awarded the title “Virginia Winery of the Year” four years in a row.
38600 John Mosby Hwy, Middleburg, VA 20117
(703) 348-2458
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED when ordering from staff or using restrooms
NO reservation required
First floor of the Tasting Room will be open with limited seating
Self-guided flights only, 50% off for members

Chrysalis Vineyards

Located on the scenic 412-acre Lockley Estate, Chrysalis Vineyards is an award winning wine producer.
39025 John Mosby Hwy, Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-8222
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED when ordering from staff, using restrooms or when inside the building
Groups larger than 8 people must call the Tasting Room ahead of time
Children and leashed dogs welcome but must stay with adults at the tables
Picnic tables are for groups of 5 or more
Each group is responsible for clearing and disposing of their own trash from tables

Fleetwood Farm Winery

Home to an historic manor house, Fleetwood Farm Winery is a fairly new farm-to-table vineyard in Loudoun County.
23075 Evergreen Mills Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175
(703) 722-2124
COVID-19 Guidelines:

OPEN
First-come, first-serve seating
Friday porch pickups for online orders available

Greenville Winery & Vineyard

Situated on 128-acres, Greenville Winery & Vineyard is a boutique winery in a farm setting.
23595 Winery Lane Middleburg, VA 20117
(540) 687-6968
COVID-19 Guidelines:

NOT open yet
Porch pickup for online orders only

Quattro Goombas Winery

A multi-faceted operation with an Italian twist, Quattro Goombas has a winery, a brewery and a delicious pizza kitchen to entice visitors.
22860 James Monroe Hwy, Aldie, VA 20105
(703) 327-6052
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Outdoor seating available
Max 10 people per group
2.5 hour time blocks
Reservations with $50+ deposit required
Curbside to-go service Wed. – Sun. afternoons for online orders only
Curbside menu includes wine, beer crowlers, baguettes, charcuterie board and QG pizza

The Snicker’s Gap Cluster

The sixth and final cluster of wineries in Loudoun County is found along Route 7 West. Snicker’s Gap is named for Edward Snickers, a landowner who owned the gap and also operated a ferry across the Shenandoah river on the Western side in the 1800s.

Bluemont Vineyard

Perched high on the first ridge of the Blue Ridge mountains, Bluemont Vineyard has fine wines and sweeping views in every direction.
18755 Foggy Bottom Rd, Bluemont, VA 20135
(540) 554-8439
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Face masks are REQUIRED; masks will be available for purchase if you do not have one
Reservations with a deposit for outdoor seating for the Tasting Room is required
Pre-ordering your food and wine will streamline your service
3 reservation types: Rent a Row, Patio Table Service, Chef’s Pairing Table Experience
3-hour time slots for visits
Max 10 people per group
Vineyard service available for parties of 2 – 10 people
Required use of hand sanitation station for all guests upon arrival
Seatings begin at 11 am; last seating is at 5 pm
Upstairs deck and pergola reserved for Wine Club Members only
Children and leashed pets allowed but they must stay with adults at all times

Bogati Winery

Established in 2010, Bogati Winery is a family-owned small winery and wine bar.
35246 Harry Byrd Hwy #190, Round Hill, VA 20141
(540) 338-1144
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
Tastings for individuals and groups
Reservations required for groups of 8 or more people
Food pairings include charcuterie, pizzas, parmesan fries and provoleta
Children and leashed pets are welcome but need to stay with adults
BYO picnic to consume outdoors is allowed
Wine and pizza to-go orders available

Walsh Family Wine

After hand picking grapes from their 5 vineyard sites, Walsh Family Wine combines them into distinctive wines that are available in their Tasting Room.
16031 Hillsboro Road, Purcellville Va 20132
(540) 668-6248
COVID-19 Guidelines:

Open
By reservation ONLY

Conclusion

One of the wonderful gifts of travel is the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the countryside. Northern Virginia is known for its agriculture, equestrian culture and important military history.

It’s also home to more than 40 wineries in Loudoun County. The next time you visit Washington, DC, make time for a trip out of the city to enjoy them as well as the beautiful views of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, the Potomac River and all the small historic towns along the way. Don’t forget to bookmark this post and download the Wine Trail map to help you on your journey. Cheers!

Which cluster of wineries seem most interesting to you? Have you ever been to one of the Loudoun County vineyards? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.

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