Super short version: Great winery with good service that is also not rowdy. Fantastic place to…read morego for a glass or three of quality wine in relative peace and quiet. Short version: Casanel, a small family owned winery, simply put our favorite winery bar none. Notable for their Cabernet Sauvereign (hard to grow in Virginia) and their Petit Verdots, all of their wines every year have been good to great. Service is good, pricing is fair and reasonable considering the market, and the atmosphere is welcoming and warm. They do allow dogs and food outside, but do enforce a no dog and no outside policy indoors, in part to ensure that there always is a place that is quieter for those who seek it. Long version: My wife and I judge wineries on three scales - quality of the wine, quality of the service, and other (which includes the views, value for price, food options, etc). Wine Quality - Casanel wine has been consistently good to great in spite of difficult years. Although they have had a change in wine makers, the samples we have tasted of the product that their new wine maker Adam has produced, I believe, will continue their reputation for quality. While many of these produced by Adam are not yet available for sale, they also have a strong library of wines that are well worth checking out and, we believe, value for money. That said, our pallet tends to lean toward the dry reds (PV, Cab Sauv, and others), but they also produce a Chardonnay that has gone through malolactic fermentation and lightly oaked, producing a flavorful wine that is not a butter bomb. They also produce a few other whites and reds that are also worth a visit, including Norton (both still and as a bubbly), a Carmenere (an all but lost burgundy grape), and Pinot Gris in several styles. In the warmer months, they also have several roses including last year an orange wine (based on a white wine made like a red). And that is about half of their offerings. If I had to say that they had a weakness in this category, it would be that they don't have that much to offer sweet wine drinkers, but they do have an option or two. Service - The Casanel winery team does all they can to create a warm, welcoming environment to their guests and, being that we are frequent visitors, they have become our winery home away from home. Notable is Theresa, the operations manager who with her team handles the front of the house. Victoria does a great job keeping interesting events going on. Nelson, the owner, is a character with great passion for the US - while you may not always agree with his views, you certainly will never question his love of what his hard work and the opportunities of this nation have granted him. Elliotte does a thousand jobs including helping with communications and the website. And one cannot go on without mentioning Anna - the general manager who quite literally is the glue that keeps everything going. Hers is a thankless job of putting out fires, dealing with difficult customers, and ensuring that her team (mentioned or not) have the resources to have all run smoothly. If Casanel had a weakness in this area, it would be that this is not a place for loud drunken parties nor a place for children and animals to run unrestrained or without supervision - but to us, that is a strength and not a weakness. Other - As noted above, this is a catchall category for us. Casanel's main tasting room was hand built by its owner, and the secondary tasting room is a historical structure. Both are lovely as are the grounds. While the wine is a bit pricey, the quality is there and therefore in our books represents a good value. Further, there are a number of efforts that occur behind the scenes that also contribute to the experience. Be it from the vineyard crew who manage to keep the vines healthy and attractive in spite of weather and pests thus allowing quality fruit to be had to the production staff ensuring that quality never fails, there is significant effort that goes into the bottle before it is labeled. In closing, when one considers the consistent quality and superior customer service this small winery provides, it certainly should be on your list of wineries to check out.

Very nice tasting room with extremely friendly staff. Make sure you enter from the main entrance…read moreon Canby- some GPS will take you to a side entrance to the working part of the farm. We were promptly greeted and very politely told of how many were ahead of us which was not an issue at all. We went for a self guided flight of the reds- the Bordeaux blend, Carmenere, Cab Sauvignon, Petit Verdot and Norton. The Bordeaux, Cab Sauv were very good, and the Norton was almost like a port, which I really enjoy. The Petit Verdot was the weakest of the batch by far and one I would never touch again. On the other end was the Carmenere which was an excellent wine I would absolutely come back for. Its quite a pleasant winery with some very good wines to try.

Love, love, love this vineyard. We've tried so many local vineyards, and of all the tastings we've…read moredone, this is one of our two top favorite vineyards, based on the quality of the wine. The view driving up to the vineyard is also gorgeous. We did a sampling of all their wines and enjoyed it so much, we purchased several bottles. Also great service, and loved all the detailed information about the wine and their origin! This vineyard is truly grown out of a father's love for his daughter, and it couldn't be more perfect. I LOVED: Vidal Blanc, Steel Chardonnay, Round Hill White 2021, Petit Manseng, Mountain Valley Red, 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, Williams Gap Red (our favorite), and 2022 Cabernet Franc. Husband Loved: Round Hill White 2021, Petit Manseng, Mountain Valley Red, 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon, Williams Gap Red**, and 2022 Cabernet Franc.

Loved the wine and the staff serving wine Good order took…read moreforever and guy that delivered "Daniel" was rude and didn't speak and honestly almost threw out plates down and left. We had taken out of town guest and we were so embarrassed.

Otium Cellars is a gem worth the drive from DC. We visited on a rainy day so we missed out on what…read morelooked like a vast and gorgeous outdoor space. However the tasting room more than made up for it. Cozy, charming and good people watching. In the winter there appears to be cute little wood burning stove inside. I saw that they used Real Solo stoves burning actual wood. Not some sad propane fire pit -- actual crackling fires. That kind of detail tells you everything about how this place operates. I love a good camp fire! The wines were genuinely good, and the staff made the experience even better. Super helpful with recommendations and clearly know their stuff when it comes to guiding you through the selections. There is pizza. It's available, but it didn't really deliver on quality -- stick to what they do best, which is the wine. If you are not in the tasting room, you can bring your own food. We LOVED the cats that casually wandered (snuck) into the tasting room like they lived in the place. They were super friendly and would walk past. On a clear day I imagine the outdoor space with those views and a real wood fire is pretty unbeatable. We'll definitely be back when the weather cooperates.

There are a ton of wineries in VA, but this one always holds a special place in my heart. It's…read morenever overly crowded, it has a gorgeous view, and the wood cabin style lodge is incredible on a snowy day. As for wine - the Cab Sav and the Cuvée are my absolute favorite bottles of wine. I serve it at almost every dinner I host and everyone always raves about it. Definitely add this one to the list while you're on your winery hopping trips in VA. You won't be disappointed.

We had such a great experience at Stone Tower Winery! Coming on a Monday was perfect--it was…read morepeaceful, relaxing, and a great way to enjoy the beautiful property and views without it feeling too crowded. Sara took wonderful care of us and guided us through the wine tasting. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience really enjoyable. We also ordered the charcuterie board, which was a little pricey, but it was very generously filled and ended up being worth it. Great wine, gorgeous views, and wonderful service. Definitely a lovely place to spend an afternoon!

Stone Tower Winery is a winery in Leesburg. It's a little hard to find on maps, but definitely…read moreworth the drive. There's 3 gates - the first one is general admission and the second one is 21+ only. If you're going with a group, make sure to tell them which lot you're parking in and where to find you since it's very easy to get lost. There's sooo much seating and it looked like you can make reservations for groups, so the ambiance is great for big parties or to celebrate an occasion (like a birthday or bachelorette). You can either be indoors or outdoors, but this place is very conducive to any type of group energy. Also, there's so much scenery and seating, it's soooo beautiful - great for pictures. To order food, you place an order outside at the barn and get a pager. It'll buzz and let you know when your food is ready for pickup. You can also order wine downstairs by the bottle and get as many glasses as you'd like for sharing. There's also a small gift shop as well. The food was expensive, but good quality overall. The chicken strips and fries with a peach tea was $20, but the vibe was worth it so I didn't really mind. I'd definitely come here to celebrate something with a group!

Love this cozy, intimate winery located in Loudoun County! On a warm fall Thursday afternoon, it…read morewasn't busy at all. We did the $15 tasting, which came with 7 wines. I liked most of them, but my fave was the Malbec. The bottle prices weren't bad at all. Service by Jim was excellent. He was super personable and knowledgeable. The indoor and outdoor space (in the back) is really nice. There's a firepit. Definitely didn't need it yesterday. I would come back here!

Cute little spot, a lot of wine club reserve wines which you can only try in their tasting. Pretty…read moregood wines. Bobbie was amazing, thank you for making our night !

We absolutely loved it here, didn't have any issues with parking and our dog was allowed inside. It…read morewas a large space with plenty of seating. I ordered the seasonal sangria flight and my friends ordered the Crunchwrap and the Korean BBQ wings. Everything we had here was really good and would definitely come back to try other things.

Beer was decent. Sandwiches were ok…read more They used to have these fabulous appetizers but unfortunately they don't anymore.

Deliciousness - 4/5 Happiness - 5/5…read more This winery is the definition of rustic, with a beautiful historic wooden barn providing the venue and ambiance. You'll get a fantastic look at mountains and woodlands while you sip on your wine. Speaking of, I enjoyed the wine a lot. They grow unique vaietals for Virginia (Albarino and Chambourcin for example) and I particularly enjoyed their Seyval that was partially made with native grapes. We met the owner and his daughter, both of whom were delightful and happy to show how the wine was made. My only wish is that they had a more substantive food list. Although they had delicious hand crafted truffles (and the day I was there, wine pairings with locally made pies), they essentially only offer pre-packaged snacks. But when the wine, scenery and company are so nice, you can't go wrong.

What a nice little winery tucked away in Loudoun County! I'm trying to get to all of them but…read morethere's so many. And they tend to blend together. This one is special because it's the first vineyard in the area. Willowcroft has a nice outdoorsy, rustic vibe. Their white wines were delicious and refreshing on a hot summer day. And the staff were so friendly and welcoming to me and my puppy. I'll definitely be back to relax and sip on a glass or two.

Really enjoyed this winery!! Got a great education on the various wines, which were really…read moredelicious. We all bought a few bottles to take home. Would definitely go back if in the area.

Love this place! We drove in and saw the quilt square on the outbuilding and felt so welcome. It…read morereminded me of so many wonderful Scandinavian quilt squares on the barns where I grew up. This place had the same feel, like coming home. The staff were very pleasant and comfy. The creeks along the property were also fun to wander and was great entertainment for the husband. :).

The vibe here is metal stars on the facade, leather jackets, and cowboy boots. (And a fun 70s…read moreplaylist) Combined with the deck over a greenfield and pond, it was a delight. The birds in the bordering trees added some great ambiance. Super fun!

Brought out-of-state friends to Purcellville, had a horrible experience at a nearby winery, so we…read moreleft and found The Barnes by total chance -- it's gem!!!! Wonderful, warm and super friendly staff, serene and peaceful, great atmosphere, great wine, and plenty of snacks to choose from. Had a fun and relaxing time here. Will definitely be back!

Always drive by this winery and finally decided to stop on a Sunday afternoon - glad we did! The…read moreplace is beautiful with amazing views overlooking the vineyard with the mountains as a backdrop. The building is rather large but the tasting room area is confined to a smaller section in the back that makes it cozy and inviting with the back wall being all glass to take advantage of the view. The inside is nicely updated and clean. The wines are above average for the area. We really liked the Merlot and the Pinot Gris. They have quite a few options although many of them are by the bottle only. We did not try any of the food offerings because we brought our own food so can't comment on that. Overall it was a great experience and we will definitely be back!

Lovely winery. Spacious, yet has charm and the wine flights are fun to try. We had excellent…read moreservice here as well. They take time to get to know your wine preferences and help you explore their various varietals. You can't go wrong coming here as you will find something for every palate. We started in the the tasting room, then after we found a glass we enjoyed we went outside to watch the majestic sunset. So relaxing!