“What are your top 5 Virginia wineries?”
I knew at some point I was going to be asked this question and I had a rough list of who I would recommend. Since I have visited over 150 of Virginia’s wineries, I am confident of my elite 5-ish and they are in no particular order.
Of course the first 2 that I will mention are:
Linden Vineyards & Glen Manor Vineyards. Both spots have amazing wines as well as an amazing view.
The next one would have to be RdV Vineyards in Delaplane. It’s a pricy tasting fee but the wines are so damn good!
I told y’all about the next one in an earlier post, (Surprised!) Berry Hill Vineyard belongs on this list! I can honestly say, “this is the best Cab Franc & Petit Verdot in the state!”
Now it gets a bit hairy! I have only one choice left but I’m rounding out the list with a pair from the same region…Barboursville Vineyards and Jefferson Vineyards. I enjoy the whites from Barboursville and the Meritage from Jefferson is wonderful!
I know, most of you have your favorites and are big fans of the vineyards in Loudoun, Shenandoah and other regions of the state. The only reason I put these on CrazyNVirginia’s Top 5 Virginia Wineries is; I can drink any of the wines from these vineyards at any time. These are also safe to give as a gift to family and friends without anyone of them feeling the need to snatch me bald headed because it was a crap gift!
I’m a huge supporter of the Virginia wine industry and will continue to search for the next gem this state has to offer.
If any of the vineyards on my list are new to you, I encourage you to take a day trip and visit my favorite watering holes…I do this each month and it’s fun y’all!
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