Let's start out by saying that I moved here from California Napa Valley area so that if I'm giving a good review to a wine tasting room, it has some Creedence. Most of the wines were very tasty, the service both times I've been here was exemplary and I love just hanging out in the library area where it's nice and quiet while hanging out with my dog just relaxing and listening to the music is pretty much all I could ask for read more

We've been visiting the Ox-Eye tasting room for a few years. We've always purchased a few bottles of Shy Ox (their rose) and at least one other white wine. In our recent tasting in July 2026, every white was delicious (they offer 8). There was only one that was a bit too sweet, but I would still finish a glass if offered. The other whites are dry/off-dry and great. Staunton is also just a cute little town, so definitely worth the stop! read more

Fifth stop on our weekend wine tasting trip - Friday 4:15pm. Ox-Eye is one of our constants on a wine tasting trip to C'Ville. The unassuming tasting room disguises the delicious offerings. Lemberger is one of our favorites, and they are one of the few VA wineries that makes it. I love it for its uniqueness. All of the wines are solid. We are seriously considering joining the wine club. read more

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Had lunch and two tastings and a glass today (a Monday around opening time). Very friendly, knowledgeable staff who had recently moved here from Oregon. Ox-Eye has 25 acres of vines and grows "cold weather" grapes that are closer in spirit to NY State or the West Coast, compared to the "hot weather" climate in Charlottesville. Beautiful venue with lots of seating, and upstairs they have an art gallery with some really tasteful and affordable artwork. Great view out the windows in the quaint, small town of Staunton. We loved the wines, bought two bottles to go. The BEST part of the experience was just how affordable the wines are! Ox-Eye is like half the price of more expensive (and not much better) Charlottesville wines. Definitely will be back again soon. Probably the best winery West of Charlottesville. read more

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Every time I come through Staunton, I make it a point to stop through here - whether it's with friends lounging in the chairs, enjoying a glass upstairs in the lovely lounge, or splitting a bottle sitting outside in the lovely red chairs. The wine here really is amazing! The tasting room (no vineyard) is in a lovely renovated historic building, that always has lots of revolving local artists. Today, my twin sister and I did the tasting and we really enjoyed the wines. Andrea was great and really worked us through the wine lists. Some of our favorites were: Gruner veltliner 2018 (I fell in love with this when I lived in Austria, seems to be a bit rare on the east coast), Traminette 2016, and the full bodied Lemberger 2015. Overall, a lovely tasting experience and a nice break in the middle of a fun Staunton weekend. read more

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I liked it at the tasting room. Just had a sip so I bought a bottle home. I didn't like it as much at home. The red was a bit sour. I haven't tried the white yet. Nice people though. Maybe I just don't like wine from the Charlottesville, VA area? read more

My wife and I stopped off at this tasting room on a Saturday afternoon on our way home from Charlottesville. It is located in the downtown area of Staunton. There is some street parking and there appeared to be a paid parking area across the street from the tasting room The main floor with the bar area is small but nicely decorated. We did a tasting of wine that did a combination of red and white. Several were very good and we ended up getting a glass of one of the whites. The lady at the bar said that the vineyard is actually a few miles outside of Staunton. There is also an upstairs area but it just has a few tables and chairs. Not a bad place to hang out for a bit. There was no outdoor seating at the time we were there. We have been to several wine locations and done tastings and, IMO, the amount you get for a tasting here was quite small compared to other locations. Overall though, we would go back next time we are in the area. read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - Outdoor sign - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Our tasting during July 4th weekend was smooth, generous and informational! You walk up to the bar and stand while doing your tasting. Tasting fees were super affordable: $7 for a selection of 6 or $10 for all wines except the port for a tasting. We unfortunately didn't pick up any of our favorite wines (Griis-V, Riesling, Traminette, Ox-Eye White, Lemberger and another red) while we were there (right before a dinner reservation) and we regret it. I can't find any in DC! We had Susan, who was awesome! Thank you! read more

This is a hidden gem! The tasting was perfect, the service was amazing and the wines are worth the stop! read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - a wine rack in the center of the room - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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I have been drinking their Chardonnay for years and it's a favorite. This time, even though my husband made a special trip to buy me a case, the woman in the shop was too busy being annoyed that he hadn't called ahead to be very helpful. Great wine. Disappointing service. read more

Heavy pours in the tasting room-- always a plus! This quaint, homey tasting rooms offers a wide range of great wines in a super comfortable setting. Unlike many other vineyards in the area, Ox-Eye is just a tasting room in downtown Staunton, not an actual vineyard. There is an outside patio but it was too hot to sit outside during my visit. Despite these things the wine was so good that none of these things mattered much. read more

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This is a tasting room, not a winery (although the vineyard isn't that far away). But the owners loved the space in town, so this was an excellent pick for them. Their nearby vineyard does have 28 acres of vines, and their wines are almost entirely estate. The prices were also very reasonable. The Shenandoah is a great place for grapes, so Ox Eye had several varietals I rarely see elsewhere (Pinot Noir! Lemberger! Rielsing!!!). The room is also wonderful; it had a rich history of its own, and it makes me wish I could just live upstairs. They also sell art from local artists. My wonderful server joked if she had thought about it, she would have purchased it years ago as a personal property, and I totally agree! What I tried: 2015 Chardonnay: Little buttery but overly so. 2014 Riesling: Crisp, nice complexity. 2014 Traminette: Bold, leche notes. 2014 Semi-Sweet Riesling: Not bad, but liked the dry better. White Ox white blend (Riesling and Chardonnay): I think I liked it, but my notes fail me. 2014 Pinot Noir: A rare grape for Virginia! Light, smokey, almost Rose color. Slight cherry notes; bought a bottle. 2014 Lemberger: German red varietal I rarely see. Bigger body and more cherry forward than the Pinot. 2014 Cab Franc: Green pepper notes, but not especially full bodied or spicy. read more

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Very cute 2-story tasting room with friendly staff and convenient location. The wine is good too! It's also always nice to support a locally-owned family operation. read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - a glass of wine on a table - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

This was our first visit to Ox-Eye. I am not a fan of red wine, however I LOVED ALL the reds on their tasting. There are three different tastings. Two are $7 with 4 whites and the same same three reds. The third tasting is $10 and includes all 8 whites, the 3 reds, and the port style. We were also also able to taste the mulled wine. We left with a bottle of red and a bottle of white. read more

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My wife and our neighbors enjoyed a wonderful Sunday afternoon sitting on the patio enjoying a bottle of White Ox. We haven't been out much during the pandemic but the table spacing was safe, everyone wore a mask when moving about and the outdoor setting was delightful. A little noisy at times on the patio due to the traffic but a wonderful location to relax and visit on a beautiful autumn afternoon. read more

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Really nice wines and very pleasant tasting room experience. The cozy tasting room is in the town's old coal-weighing house -- a historic slice of Staunton. We lucked out with the vintner's wife pouring our tasting. She was knowledgeable and totally unpretentious. All the wines are quite good, with the fruity German red varietal Lemberger (aka Blaufränkisch) being our favorite. Both the 2013 (bright, high-acid cherry) and the 2014 (velvety berry) vintages are on offer now. They also just released their first sparkling vintage in collaboration with Claude Thibaut. Bottles and wines by the glass are reasonably priced. Grab one of each, sink into one of the leather armchairs, and relax to the light jazz tinkling over the speakers. Worth a stop! read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - Cozy armchairs for enjoying a glass or two - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Five stars all the way. Great wine, great owner (we met Susan, the wife of the husband and wife team), and a great location in the wharf section of downtown Staunton. Their vineyards are about 8 miles from town, off winding country roads, and the owners decided to open the tasting room in town, which is great for those who visit the Saturday morning farmer's market (Ox-Eye opens at 10 AM for those folks...wine at 10 AM. YES). I had a hard time choosing a bottle to go...every wine is a winner. Yes, the Lemberger is peppery. But it's a highly unusual varietal for this part of the east coast. And at $17 a bottle, a steal. The Riesling is incredibly refreshing, the Gewürtztraminer is perfect for Thai and Indian food, and the Pinot Noir--well, don't expect Oregon or California. This Pinot is mineraly and different. The patio behind the tasting room is something out of Europe. The sloping hills behind us, the clocktower pealing every hour - shut your eyes and you're in Germany. A great discovery in Staunton. read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

While Ox Eye isn't located in the most picturesque location as far as wineries go, I loved the wines! I had a glass of the Chardonnay, my boyfriend had the cab franc, and I ended up buying a bottle of the cab franc-- so good! Thank you :) read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Very nice winery in an urban setting!! We stopped in for a tasting and chatted with the owner for a little while. He's a nice guy who's been growing grapes for many many years and decided a few years ago to open a store front. He got a good deal on this location and made it his tasting room. His vineyard is 8 miles (or so) from this downtown Staunton location. All the wines come from his grapes. He offers a nice selection of varietals and does a great job with the wine making process. He's friendly and enjoys explaining his winemaking and skill set to those who come in for a tasting. We would definitely come back when in the area again! read more

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One good thing that this place has going for them is that they have tastings till 7PM. Score! Because you can wrap up your tasting tour in town near your hotel with this place, which was exactly what they did. I was not too impressed with their wines. The Cabernet Franc was probably my favorite here. I think this was one of the first places I got to try Cabernet Franc. It was very good and had some great flavors to it. The Lemberger was way too peppery for me! It was a deep, dark red that had too much of a punch for me. I think maybe if I were in a better mood for reds (like in the winter) I might like this one. What I am a huge fan of is the staff at this tasting room. They were so friendly, helpful and chatty that it didn't matter if the wine was good, they were great local people to talk to. They gave us great recommendations for local restaurants (validated by Yelp of course) and anything we wanted to know about the area. Great people and wine always make for a good time. read more

Very Cool space. The owner(?) was super nice, and very conversational. Wished we had had more time to hang out. We did bring some home with us, so there's that. read more

We had a great tasting this afternoon. Lots of information and personal touch since server was daughter of owner family. We purchased a half a case and she offered to deliver it to our hotel for us since we were on foot and headed for other stops. Great wines, great value. I'm excited to serve their Gruner Veltliner to family members who lived in Austria for six months! read more

We had our wedding reception here any everything was great. The venue is perfect for 50 or 60 people. The upstairs is intimate and felt comfortable for our guests. Susan was very helpful and all the staff were super helpful. Great venue for a wedding! read more

Great tasting room in downtown Staunton. The tasting room is beautifully decorated and very welcoming, although a bit smaller than others in the area. A $5 wine tasting included Chardonnay, Gewurtztraminer, Riesling, White Ox, Brad's Stickdog Petit Manseng (not one of their own), Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, and Lemberger. The hostess took the time to describe each wine in detail and answer any questions. She easily managed multiple groups - we never had to wait long for her to return for our next tasting. The Chardonnay and the Pinot Noir were our favorites. Both of these wines were on the milder side but with great flavor. The Petit Manseng, which is not one of Ox-Eye's own wines, was awful. Ox-Eye also has a nice selection of cheeses and other pairings. Bottles are reasonably priced and discounts are offered for purchasing 6 or 12 bottles. read more

Beautiful service, amazing wine, lovely people.

I've loved this place for years. In my opinion, this is some of the best wine made in Virginia. It is complex but not pretentious, well made but not expensive. The tasting room and courtyard are simple, beautiful spaces. Staff are very friendly and helpful. The small bit of food offered pairs perfectly with friends and vino. Look for some pictures to be uploaded today-I'm introducing some new friends to this place today! read more

We stopped at this place on a whim while we were in Staunton, and we were not sure what to expect. We were blown away by all of the wines - even the whites which we normally are not a huge fan of! The owner could not have been more gracious and helpful - we ended up buying 6 bottles to take home with us! This place is a gem - we are already talking back again!! read more

We enjoyed the experience. Our server was fantastic. He explained much of the process to us. It was a Saturday night and we were the only ones there. This is a must try! Very affordable tasting! read more

I was dismayed to realize I hadn't already written a good review of this place. I could've sworn I had. I really can't say enough good things about it. Located in a refurbished historic commercial building right in the middle of downtown. The vineyard is obviously not there. I am typically not as charmed by a wine tasting that's away from the vines, just because I'm a sucker for the whole "terroir" idea, and enjoy looking out at the vines that produced what I'm tasting. But -- John and Susan Kiers, the proprietors, have absolutely created an exception to my little preference. Ox-Eye's tasting room is an experience in itself. They tend to have art exhibitions from one or two local artists (often from the Beverley Street School downtown). These shows are celebrated with cool opening receptions, featuring the artists themselves and great food and hospitality. Other times I've gone in and found they had a live musician or two performing. The back patio, as others have mentioned, is a magical little spot for sitting and enjoying your glass. Indoor furnishings are comfortable as well. The owners and their staff are always friendly. The wines are interesting: the Lemberger (a.k.a. Blaufränkisch) varietal remains my favorite -- spicy, rich, tannic, deep red -- but they also make a very nice dry Riesling and good Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc varietals. I keep waiting to see them release a red blend. For locals or tourists, this is a must-visit. read more

Located in downtown Staunton, we experienced a very nice tasting room only 7 miles away from their actual vineyard. The tasting room is very polished, new paint, great decor (steel wrought chandelier) and a wooden chest interior decoration. Part of me felt that given the interior, you could totally host a wine-party in here. I personally really enjoyed the Blush which is a white and red grape, color of rose, but not sweet. Hubby really enjoyed the Pinot Noir. The pourer was a smidge green, but still, we had a great time, good tasting menu of red's and whites. Some cheeses are available for purchase on premise. read more

Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room - Wineries Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Fantastic wine! All of them are excellent. Very friendly and helpful service from the shopkeeper as well. Ended up buying a couple bottles after the wine tasting read more

$5 tastings! Great local wines. Super friendly service, and the joint is classy. Make sure you go upstairs to check out the art displays, and go have a glass of wine on their gorgeous patio! read more

We checked out the tasting room on Sunday afternoon and just loved everything about this winery. Great wines, nice atmosphere, knowledgeable and friendly owner. Happy to have Ox-Eye in downtown Staunton! read more

We visited the tasting room on December 28 while in the area for a family gathering; we'd seen a promo card in our airbnb house. Very nice, informed staff doing the tastings, and she easily handled 3 or 4 groups at the same time. Wines were well described and some surprises along the way, esp with the '13 and '14 Lembergers. Whites were very nice and we ended up with a 7-bottle mixed selection of reds and whites. This was an interesting visit because we grew up in the Staunton area and were familiar with the history in this part of town. While working on the wines, in comes a cousin and her husband, so we had our own little pre-reunion right there in the tasting room. Whatta deal!! Anyhow, were were impressed with our host for the tasting, with the wines and with our visit. read more

Quaint tasting with the owner! Really enjoyed the Chardonnay. Nice outside seating area in which to enjoy a bottle. Staunton is a delightful town. Highly recommend a visit to Sunspot Studios across the street for beautiful glassworks and live glassblowing demonstration. read more

Nice, drinkable wines...and friendly, knowledgeable service. We came home with a Chardonnay and a Gewurztraminer (dry and only barely sweet...just the way I like them!). read more

The tasting room is in downtown Staunton, nice and well appointed. on a Sunday afternoon the server was the owner, a charming and informative lady. The wine maker was also there and discussed the wines and his processes. The wines were excellent and the prices were reasonable. Highly recommended. read more