We visited Big Cork on Saturday with a group of 14. Unfortunately, the weather was much colder and…read morewindier than we expected, and there was no space available inside. At that point it was also difficult to find another place for such a large group. Thankfully, Meghan from the Big Cork team truly made our day! She was incredibly kind, patient, and went above and beyond to help us with everything we needed. Thanks to her, we still had a wonderful time. We are very grateful for her help. We really liked Big Cork and look forward to coming back again when the weather gets warmer.

Met a buddy in Columbia for beer and in our discussion, we started taking wine, from Paso Robles to…read moreMaryland. He told me Maryland specialized in Cabernet Franc and Viognier and I knew nothing about Big Cork prior to arrival, but dad it was named as a top 10 tasting room by USA Today. Bold claim, especially coming from California. It was an absolutely beautiful day to visit Big Cory on Sunday. U called to confirm I didn't need a reservation, was told I didn't. That was nice, so I continued my drive to the winery, following three other vehicles that turned into the winery grounds. Ample parking, stunning grounds and views of the surrounding area. A big white building with a surround patio greeted me as I walked in, taking in the ambiance of the place. It was busy with patrons sitting outside, standing at mo sitting at the bar. I was greeted by an English chap, names Andy who said he works be right with me. Gave me a few minutes to look around and take in the experience. Andy greeted me and told me to grab any seat. Told him o was new to Maryland wine, as it was my first time at any winery outside of Paso Robles. I guts my expectations were high but I dialed them back as I ordered my tasting flight. Not a big white fan, I was impressed I'm with their Chardonnay, not buttery like the California. It was light, crisp and fruity. A very well done white. In fact I enjoyed it more than the Sauvignon Blanc, which if drinking a white I usually lean towards. Found this a bit too sweet. On to the reds, which is what I was reliably looking forward to. Andy took time to explain each wine, some characteristics and processes behind each glass. Their Meritage, a red blend was okay but was missing something for my liking. I did however enjoy the Cab Franc as single varietal. Never got to the Siberian Ice but was treated to the Syrah, Nebbiolo and Black Label Malbec. Those last two tasting were wonderful. My tastings done, I ordered a glass of the Rose Brut as I took care of Andy and my bill. I did walk out with a bottle of Chardonnay and Cab Franc. Overall a wonderful tasting with some good wines. Worth checking out but being from Paso I'm not going out of my way to find East Coast wines. I know what my palate enjoys but a little change now and then can be a good thing. If I get t girlfriend out, we will be back.

Fantastic experience! We had a great tasting! The Smoked Bourbon and Hot Cinn were favorites!…read more The owner gave us a tour and talked to us about his process - very cool experience. Def recommend checking them out and giving them some business! We bought a bottle of the smoked bourbon and a mixed pack of the rums!!

Stopped in before meeting up with our family so we only did tasting but not the short 15-20 minute…read moretour. No food available. (Chips) Tried whiskey & rum samples. Bought a bottle of cinnamon rum! The owners are very nice. It's on their private property - small venue & parking. Not recommended for kids. They do belong to Harvest Hosts RV club - must contact prior to visit!

We went on a live music night. It was packed and barely had places to sit. There was one guy at the…read morebar and he was overwhelmed as hell. I got some blackberry vodka drink and it was absolutely disgusting. For the cost I was pretty disappointed. Cute vibe but not gonna be my go to place.

We arrived to a nearly empty bar, just the bar tender and one patron. Others arrived as we sat, but…read moreMorgan (our bartender) had plenty of time to answer all of our questions and talk sports with my husband. We had a flight of whiskey, a mule, a Godfather (their number one drink) and a beer that was on tap from Hub something. Can't remember the name. My husband loved the wheat whiskey and the Maryland Rye (enough to buy the Rye). The bar itself was made from a hammered copper, nice vibe. There were table games set up throughout the bar in preparation for their new year celebration. The place is in the old Masonic temple building, we were told, and is attached to the parking garage. Easy access and near the theatre and the new stadium. We will be back!!

This place was so wonderful. I took my family to the farms in Maryland to go apple picking in the…read morefall. We were looking for a place that the kids and adults would equally enjoy. I was surprised to see this winery so close to the Maryland border and we headed over. It is such a relaxing atmosphere and a great spot if you're visiting with kids. The winery has large fields that they can run around and the staff was so warm. When we visited, they had extra desserts they were giving out since they had an event. It was such a nice touch and my kids went back (multiple times!) to help themselves to the pumpkin cake. They even gave us a bag of cookies to take with us. The menu was also a hit for the kids. They offer a cheese flatbread pizza, and for the adults, we enjoyed the goat cheese pizza drizzled with red wine vinaigrette. The spinach artichoke dip was also a hit. My partner and I also did wine flights. I decided to do the red flight while my partner did the classic flight. Of the wines, the un-oaked chardonnay was our favorite. For the reds, I liked the cabernet franc, which grows so well in Virginia and you can't go wrong. This place is great in the summer with it's large outdoor deck. But also seems like a fabulous spot in the winter with its large fireplace and comfortable couches. We'd love to come back!

Our first visit here…read more 1. Reservation: not needed, just stop by 2. Wine: its 3.5 stars out of 5. I liked their whites and straight up hated their bourbon barrel reds. I didn't even drink it. 3. Food: 3 stars - Bruschetta- 3 stars. The taste of the 'sauce' is good, but they have like bunch of hard toasted bread and put the topping of the bruschetta like a salsa in a bowl. That is not the usual way to deliver and the ratio of the bread to sauce is terrible. You can put 1 teeny dice of tomato on a big slice of baguette sorta ratio. - Arugula prosciutto flatbread: 4 stars It is actually pretty good with its hot honey 4. Service: 4 stars. They are professional 5. Ambiance: clean, tall ceilings, wood interior. Not much area to walk around, it would have been great if you could walk around the winery. Air is crisp and clear. that was actually very nice.

The wines are delicious! They age their reds for a long time and their wines are superb. People say…read moreit's a "hidden gem" and it is, hence the name, Hiddencroft. It is my favorite winery in NoVA. If you haven't been, you have to go! You won't be disappointed!

ALL wines are award winners! No crowds, humble winners, peaceful venue and fantastic unique wines!…read moreLeft with 2 cases today :-)

This was the inspiration for our fall outing today and what a beautiful place to relax and enjoy…read morethis gorgeous fall day. They have tasting flights of 4 or 6, I opted for 4. The hostess/server gave us a great introduction to all of the options & we made our selections. We opted to sit out on the deck to enjoy the beautiful weather and wonderful view of the countryside. The server shared her photos from the northern lights the other night and they were spectacular. We met Ginny, the resident pup and had a lovely visit enjoying the tasty ciders. Highly recommend stopping in - the Gloaming was my favorite!

I really wanted to like this place. We thought we had uncovered a hidden gem. Driving up, there is…read morelittle signage and I thought I was parking in someone's yard. If you drive a low clearance vehicle, beware. I almost got stuck. The atmosphere is cute and clean; bathrooms were private and clean as well. The employees were very friendly and knowledgeable about their products. We had a flight which was reasonably priced. This is where my compliments end. Not a single person in our party enjoyed a single flavor out of 6. This isn't just personal preference, the taste is bad. A number of reviews reference the taste of nail polish remover and I have to agree. The two stars are only because of the nice workers. I would not recommend to anyone.

We love visiting this winery so much we became members. They have a great selection of wines and…read morealso have a small food menu in case you are hungry. They have fun events and friendly service. The owner is very personable and will always wander and mingle with the guests. Small tasting room and a covered outdoor area to keep you in the shade in the summer months. The only ding is if they are crowded in the winter the indoor tasting room is small so you would have to hang out outside in the cold. They do offer a fire pit but if you're only staying for a glass of wine I rather not have a fire pit started up.

Last weekend our lovely coordinator added @868estate to our Galentine's tour while in Loudoun…read moreCounty and wow what a vibe! The winery tasting area was inviting and the staff was accommodating and nice! They offered flights, bottles, food, homemade goodies to include their truffles which we sampled (the dark chocolate raspberry and the white chocolate blueberry were our favs) and some of their flatbread which was yummy (4.3/5). My Sissy shared a bottle of their celebration sparkling wine which was pretty tasty with just enough sweetness (4.1/5). They offer separate quarters for larger parties as well. If in the area give them a try! #winewinewine #winery #cheers

We visited the winery because they were part of the Loudoun Heights Holiday Ornament Trail * stop 5…read morefor us! They were also hosting The Charles Washington Symphony so they were VERY busy! The Symphony required reservations, which we did not have, though we were lucky to get 2 seats by a barrel table. Staff at the front counter were friendly. Wines were nice. I liked the way the flight was served! Tasting room is pretty large and there is a lot of outdoor space as well. We hope to stop back again What we tasted: 2025 Gold Medal Ornament Flight *note descriptions below are from the winery tasting notes 2023 Chardonnay: Aged sur lie for 21 months in French and American oak. The palate brings cozy notes of baked apple, vanilla, and gentle spice, all lifted by delicate minerality. Elegant and inviting. 2022 Thomas Great: This Bordeaux blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 35% Petit Verdot, and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon brings classic varietals together Aged 3 years in Oak and 18 months in bottle, it's powerful yet refined. Aromas of dark plum black cherry, and violet mingle with mocha, cedar, and a touch of herb. Petit Verdot adds depth while Cabernet Franc brings bright spice. Full-bodied and balanced. it finishes with smooth tannins, dark fruit, and toasted oak 2022 Petite Verdot: Award-winning Petit Verdot was aged 24 months in barrel and finished in bottle This dark rubv-crimson Petit Verdot is ready to join the holiday party. Think aromas of cigar box, worn leather, and a hint of cozy fireplace smoke- Bold dark fruit and confident tannins lead to a long cheerful finish 2023 Piebald White: Named for the rare piebald deer that once roamed the woods behind the winery. The blend artfully combines Chardonnay, Vidal Blanc, and White Petit Verdot to create an expressive wine with hints of floral spice, subtie oak, and a bright finish. The label has a hand drawn piebald deer My rating rationale for beer, wine, or spirits: +1 Service +1 Atmosphere/Vibe +1 Taste/Quality (Flavor, aroma, and overall quality of the beverage) +1 Presentation (Glassware, garnishes, and visual appeal of the drinks) +1 Selection/Variety (Range of beer, wine, or spirit options and uniqueness of offerings)

Two Twisted Posts is situated in a row of long standing wineries south of Hillsboro. It has a nice…read moresetting in the vineyards with both an indoor tasting room and a nice patio area. Obviously very dog friendly as we saw both some vineyard pets as well as guest dogs. Our sommelier was quite friendly and knowledgeable. Where it fell a little flat was the actual wine. The reds we tasted were very much on the lighter less robust side, which is not really our taste. For folks who enjoy lighter reds and white wines, this may be a good option.