This is a fun place. Cozy country. Excellent wine. Friendly and helpful staff. I highly recommend…read moregiving this place and visit one Saturday evening. There are fire pits in the barn for those chilly nights. Did I mention the excellent wine?

We enjoyed a beautiful afternoon in the barn here last weekend. We started with a flight, then…read morechose a bottle of our favorite - the "white drinker's red." We brought in a picnic, but they also sometimes have food trucks. The tables are far enough apart for some privacy, but the mood was very friendly and encouraged mingling. The bartender knew her stuff and steered us towards wines we liked. This is a great way to spend a relaxing afternoon chatting with friends. The barn is covered on 3 sides, so even though we were there in the rain it was still cozy.

Pros:This vineyard is a delight for history lovers--it was built in the early 1800s and has served…read moremany purposes over the years, including a boys' school, a Union troop garrison during the Civil War, Washington Academy, a courthouse, and even a dairy farm. The tasting room is spacious and comfortable, with tables and couches perfect for relaxing with friends. There's also a charming gift shop, along with a selection of cheeses and snacks available for purchase. Cons:I tried the five-red tasting for $12, but none of the wines were especially memorable. The pours were inconsistent, with some wines served as one sip, some two, and others three. The cheeses for purchase are pricey, with 4 oz costing $13. The most significant issue was the wine glasses--each sip had a strong odor reminiscent of dirty sponge water, indicating that their glass-cleaning process needs major improvement. Overall: A charming vineyard with rich history and a comfortable tasting space, but the wines didn't impress and snacks are pricey. Great for the atmosphere, less so for the tasting. Based on this experience, I rate this establishment a 2.5 out of 5.

This was a large and lovely winery. It's a beautiful property with different buildings and spaces…read morefor wine, enjoying wine, listening to music or all sorts of events. The vinard is onsite and I believe they help other local wineries in the area to make wine. The employees were great, so friendly and knowledgeable. There was live music. They have some food on site and they have food trucks. The oyster food truck was wonderful. Can't wait to return.

Wonderful experience here. Everyone was so kind and knowledgeable. We did the cocktail class, and…read morethey start you off with the base spirit before slowly adding ingredients so you can really see what goes into different cocktails and how the flavors evolve. The class felt fun and intimate, and the cocktails were excellent. Would 100% recommend.

I was last here almost 9 years ago. Oh boy, how different it is!…read more I came expecting a relatively small scale operation. So you can imagine my surprise when I saw a huge building with their branding. The interior is spacious, with multiple tables for tastings, each with its own bartender. There are far more options to taste than you can try in one sitting, but your server will help you narrow it down to 4. I liked to loved everything I had. They even had some weird options that I was tempted to try but I went for a more traditional flight (although I definitely want to return for the coffee whisky). The only option I wasn't in love with was the smokehouse, but that's just a personal preference. After my tasting I learned they were doing some kind of slushys as well, so I got one of those. I thought it was a very fun, informative experience. I'll also have to try the "Proof" kitchen as well.

What a beautiful establishment. Not only is the building interior and exterior beautiful, but the…read moregrounds are beautiful as well. I have been to Saude Creek, two times now. I do with there were a better offering of snacks/food available inside. But, there has always been a food truck available with hot food offerings. As for activities I have been there once for an even Rusted Rabbit has hosted. While there I was able to sample/purchase some wine to try. The event was nice and very well thought out. We were located upstairs which has a balcony that over looks the back of the property. My friends have raved about their wines and even sangria. There has been people there singing and a band once. So it was nice to have some entertainment. I enjoyed sitting outside on the porch. We even sat down below the exterior where it was quieter. The staff have always been accommodating, knowledgeable on their product and kind. The grounds has always been well put together and clean. There is defintly attention to detail throughout the property.

Great rainy afternoon at Saudé Creek Vineyards with friends! This afternoon we met up with friends…read morefor a little wine therapy. All of their wines are great, and we were able to bring in our own food spread, which makes the wine even better! Added bonus, there was live music to brighten up the dreary day. On a sunny day, this winery has gorgeous grounds to enjoy the weather.

Another great experience. Finally stopped by for brunch. The service was spectacular the server…read moreGenvieve was amazing. She stopped by and always made sure we had everything we needed. She was such a breath of fresh air. The brunch items we ordered were delicious kudos to the chef. The winery is beautiful and has amazing views. Definitely will be back for brunch!!

We did the rent for one of my good friends birthdays and it was the cutest birthday experience…read moreever! My favorite wines in the tasting: White Petit Manseng 2024 10/10 La Belle Vie Rose 2023 9/10 Sauvignon blanc 2023 8/10 La Belle Vie White 2024 9/10 Red Abbinato 2022 9/10 Coyote cave 9/10 (bolder than abbinato) Merlot 2023 8/10 (very light and pleasant) Petit Verdit 2019 We ended up going with the petit manseng it's sweet but not overly sweet. Extremely good, like a moscato. The food: The burger 15/10 The crab dip 9/10 Grilled Cheese 8/10 Dessert: Wine cakes 50/10 SOOO WORTH IT! I believe the tent comes with one of the charcuterie boards - Le Grand Cru Platter. I honestly thought it was alright, not the best sprays I've had and the bread was hard. I'd give it a 7/10. The winery cakes were PHENOMENAL!!!!!! I was IN LOVE. They apparently soak it for many hours in their wine. I highly recommend it! Both the strawberry and vanilla one was great, but I really enjoyed the strawberry cake. Apparently you have to order 3 days in advance. The tent was actually pretty warm if you kept it zipped up. There were two heaters in the tent. I think we got the tent for 12 people, but it comfortably fit 10 people. Overall I highly recommend this winery, I would TOTALLY come back !

Pros: Rick and Lori Gump (yes, like Forrest, but no…read morerelation, haha!) graciously welcomed us for a wine tasting right before a private party. Rick stayed and chatted with us the entire time--easily the kindest and most personable host we met on our trip. We left with a bottle of their fresh Autumn Apple Sangria and their Cabernet Sauvignon. The venue and property are fantastic, featuring a tasting room, ample space for parties and events, live music on Saturdays and some Sundays, food service, and a dog-friendly atmosphere. Simply put, they offer it all! Of the three wineries we visited during our three-day vacation, this was by far the best. If we're ever in the area again, we'll definitely stop back. Cons: None whatsoever!

Had an amazing time at the Backporch Vineyard. If you're ever in the area I definitely recommend…read morestopping in. The sangria was the best I've had and we bought several bottles of the Petit Verdot and Rose.

Grand Cata has a nice selection of wine and small plates to pair with the wine of your choice. We…read morehad a decent size group (13 people), and with the small location we ended up having to sit outside after a rainstorm due to them being full inside. They also seemed slightly overwhelmed with a slightly larger group even though one of the girls in our group had given the place a heads up that we were coming. The wines we ordered (Tannat, rose and sangria) were all delicious. As a group we ordered charcuterie, skewers, cheese balls and empanadas. All the snack plates were tasty. Overall, it was a decent experience once we were able to get the few tables set up outside. Definitely good for a nice little date night but for large groups they don't really have the space for i

This Spanish and South American focused wine bar is a lovely addition to the Mosaic district. I…read moretried the cava rose (delish), beef empanadas, and charcuterie board. It sounds like the wine list changes about every quarter, so there's opportunity to try different sips! Food did take a while (~25 min) for what it was, but will definitely cut some slack as there was only one server on to take care of the whole places. Offerings were quality and appreciated having a taste of Spain with the manchego, cava, and Serrano ham!

The best winery Southern Maryland has to offer. Great wine, knowledgeable owners and wine makers,…read moreand a beautiful setting make visiting Xella the best way to spend a Saturday. A good time for wine pros and novices alike, and family friendly! Great selection of wines available for tasting, or drinking by the glass or bottle at the winery, light snacks for purchase, lawn games, live music... my family and I love supporting this female, Veteran owned local small business!!

(3 out of 5 stars)…read more We had actually tried to visit Xella Winery once before, but the parking was so limited (including handicap parking) that we ended up leaving and going elsewhere. Months later, the winery popped up on social media again, so we decided to try our luck. The owner was incredibly friendly, helpful, and welcoming. Just an overall really nice guy. The wines were good, which (as a regular winery visitor) is critical because I've been to plenty of wineries that have a fun atmosphere but underwhelming wine. That wasn't the case here. The wine slushies were the real champs, though. They were absolutely delicious and we had both of their offerings. For me, one of the major pluses is that the winery is pet friendly, which we appreciated since we brought our puppy. Unfortunately, he kept finding small plastic caps on the grass that looked like light bulb covers, which meant we had to constantly keep an eye on what he was trying to pick up. That was not so appreciated. The atmosphere simply wasn't quite for me. The space is relatively small (which is fine, I generally enjoy that type of environment) but it became fairly loud during our visit. It's also very family friendly, which I know many people will enjoy, but personally I prefer a quieter winery experience rather than sipping wine with children running around nearby. There were also some practical frustrations. The outdoor tables have umbrellas, but the wind continuously yanked ours up out of the table and nearly knocking things over. I eventually found myself crawling under the table trying to adjust it, which wasn't exactly how I planned to spend part of a wine tasting. There are certainly things to like here: friendly ownership, good wines, excellent slushies, and a welcoming environment. However, the parking limitations, noise level, loose umbrellas, and concerns about debris on the ground make it unlikely that I'll return. However, families looking for a casual and family friendly winery experience may enjoy it much more than I did. For those I would say it's well worth the visit!