This directory lists urban tasting rooms and estate wineries offering structured wine tasting flights and guided pours. Featured venues provide curations of current vintages, single-varietal pours, or regional blends accompanied by tasting notes from staff. Before visiting, verify whether reservations are mandatory for weekend visits or if counter walk-ins are permitted.
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LaGrange Winery
Haymarket, VA
Mon-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-6pm
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The Winery at La Grange
4950 Antioch Rd, Haymarket, VA 20169-2259
Mon-Thu 12-6pm, Fri-Sat 12-8pm, Sun 12-6pm
Bedford 1
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Peaks of Otter Winery
1218 Elmos Rd, Bedford, VA 24523-1911
Mon-Fri 12-5pm, Sat 10-5pm, Sun 11-5pm
Bluemont 1
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Bluemont Vineyard
18755 Foggy Bottom Rd, Bluemont, VA 20135-1858
Sun-Thu 11am-7pm, Fri-Sat 11am-8pm
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Oakencroft Farm & Winery
1455 Oakencroft Cir, Charlottesville, VA 22901-5452
Thu 1-8pm, Fri-Sun 11-5pm
Etlan 1
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DuCard Vineyards
40 Gibson Hollow Ln, Etlan, VA 22719-1956
Mon-Thu 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 12-6pm
Fincastle 1
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Virginia Mountain Vineyards
4204 Old Fincastle Rd, Fincastle, VA 24090-3559
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James River Cellars Winery
11008 Washington Hwy, Glen Allen, VA 23059-1904
Mon-Thu 11am-7pm, Fri 11am-9pm
Louisa 1
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Fifty-Third Winery and Vineyard
13372 Shannon Hill Rd, Louisa, VA 23093-3929
Mon-Sun 11am-5pm
Luray 1
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House Strunk Winemaking
925 Boston Rd, Luray, VA 22835-6308
Machipongo 1
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Chatham Vineyards
9232 Chatham Rd, Machipongo, VA 23405-2727
Daily 10am-5pm
Markham 1
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Chateau O'Brien at North Point
3238 Railstop Rd, Markham, VA 22643-1841
Thu-Mon 11am-5pm
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Williams Gap Vineyard
35521 Sexton Farm Lane, Round Hill, VA 20141
Thu-Mon 12pm-7pm
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SummerWind Vineyard
71 Eagle Nest Ln, Smithfield, VA 23430-2573
Thu-Sun 12pm-9pm (varies)
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Slater Run Vineyards
1500 Crenshaw Rd, Upperville, VA 20184-1802
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8 Chains North Winery
38593 Daymont Ln, Waterford, VA 20197-1038
Mon, Tue, Thu 12pm-6pm, Wed, Fri 12pm-9pm, Sat-Sun 11am-6pm
Also in Virginia
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- Winery Tours44
- Wineries Offering Wine by the Glass18
Good to know
How much does a standard wine tasting cost?
Standard wine tasting flights typically cost between $15 and $35 per person for 4 to 6 pours of 1-ounce to 2-ounce samples. Reserve or estate flights featuring small-lot or library vintages range from $40 to $85 per guest. Many wineries waive the tasting fee if you purchase 2 or more bottles or join their wine club.
Do I need a reservation for a wine tasting?
Walk-ins are frequently accepted at urban tasting bars during weekday hours, but weekend visits usually require reservations. Groups larger than 6 guests almost always need advance bookings and a designated seating slot. Reservation windows typically open 30 to 60 days in advance via platforms like Tock or OpenTable.
How long does a typical wine tasting session last?
A standard counter or self-guided tasting takes approximately 45 to 60 minutes. Seated, educational tastings led by a sommelier or winemaker usually last 75 to 90 minutes. Arriving 10 to 15 minutes before your scheduled slot is required so check-in does not reduce your allotted table time.
Is Napa or Sonoma better?
Napa Valley is generally known for luxury estate experiences and Cabernet Sauvignon, while Sonoma County offers a more relaxed, rustic atmosphere with diverse microclimates. Choosing between them depends on whether you prefer high-end luxury or informal country vineyards. You can explore 16 top wine destinations across Virginia on WineryAtlas.
How to find cheap weekend getaways?
Look for tasting rooms and boutique vineyard stays in emerging wine regions rather than major tourist centers, and book mid-week or off-peak seasons. Visiting local tasting rooms offers affordable entertainment and regional culture. Discover budget-friendly wine getaways across 16 locations in Virginia.