Posted in D.C.
November 03, 2016
The 12 Most Beautiful Wineries Around Washington DC
All around Washington DC, wineries and vineyards have popped up offering Washingtonians a perfect place to unwind on a weekend afternoon. Between the up and coming Virginia wine country and some exciting new Maryland vineyards, there are plenty of places for Washington DC residents to enjoy a beautiful fall afternoon indulging in their favorite wines. For a fun outing, visit the 12 best wineries around Washington DC.
Located in Loudon County, Stone Tower has breathtaking views of the Virginia landscape, as well as, two beautiful tasting rooms.
Beautiful Chrysalis Vineyards is just outside of Middleburg and specializes in wine from the famous Northern Virginia grape called Norton. You can bring a picnic or schedule a group tasting.
Offering a beautiful brand new tasting room featuring white twinkle lights, at Fabbioli, you can enjoy gourmet bites from the chef’s kitchen as you taste their top wines.
Tucked between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Potomac River, you will find gorgeous views at Boxwood Estate and incredible Bordeaux style red wines.
Barrel Oak was voted Virginia Living Magazine’s Best Winery in Virginia four times. They are kid and dog friendly so it’s a great excursion for the whole family!
If you are looking for a more private tasting experience, head to RdV Vineyards. Their tasting room is reservation only and the only make 2,000 cases of wine a year.
Maryland’s winery scene may get overshadowed by Virginia’s but if you are in DC, do not miss Big Cork Vineyards. They have 10,000 square foot tasting room and a beautiful patio with TVs that are perfect for catching a football game while you taste your wine.
Run by three siblings, the Baker siblings, this family owned winery is worth a stop. Old Westminster opened a new tasting room last fall much to the delight of wine connoisseurs.
Doukenie was voted "Favorite Tasting Room in Virginia" by The Official Virgnia Wine Lover’s 2013 and 2014 Visitor’s Choice Award. They offer a wide variety of wines and stunning fall foliage views from their patio.
If you have time during the week, then Naked Mountain is perfect for you as they are open seven days a week. They have a wide variety of wines and a cozy tasting room.
Paradise Springs offers a rustic tasting room and delicious wines, just a quick drive outside of the district in Fairfax county in Northern Virginia.
It may be a bit farther than the other wineries and vineyards on our list but what it lacks in convenience, it makes up for in style. Enjoy fine wines inside of the gorgeous Tuscan Tasting Room.
The trip to these wineries can also be a beautiful part of the adventure if you take one of these six roads for a scenic ride.
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