We really enjoyed our wine, blueberry cider, and food at Eastwood! Plus, the staff are friendly…read moreand want to ensure you have a great experience. We enjoyed the Gold Medal Tasting. This assortment had two whites and two reds--all of which earned gold medals at competitions. For lunch, we shared the grilled cheese with apple slices and the Eastwood salad, which included apples, blue cheese, nuts, and mixed greens. All were delightful. The tasting room has a warm vibe of a country gathering place with tables, a bar, and a stage. They also have outside seating. Their fermentation room has a glass wall that looks into the tasting room so you can see the tanks. Eastwood is located not far from Monticello and other wineries in the area. I recommend it as a definite stop on any wine outing.

A friend and I stopped here on a recent trip to Charlottesville. I was surprised by the number of…read morefamilies with children, as this is not something I'm accustomed to from living in Washington state for many years. We walked inside and found a great space that included a bar, ample seating, and a stage, where a singer was getting ready to perform. I decided on the White Reserve Tasting, and was able to swap out the oaky chardonnay for the Woodland White blend. My friend and I got a table outside as the weather was nice. We enjoyed our wine and people (and dog) watching. My favorites were the 2024 Viognier and the Woodland White. The 2024 Petit Manseng was good, but a bit tart, and the Artist White blend was too dry for my liking. This is a great winery that you should visit when in the area, that's both kid and dog friendly.

Ready for a splash of whimsy? Merrie Mill is indeed merry! Plenty of parking leading up to the…read morelarge and spacious grounds and tasting room. There's a cool barn with a merry-go-round outside and you'll find even more delightful and fanciful decor as you walk in the door! From floating seals, and zebra heads and giraffe statues, this colorful wonderland will have your imagination flowing! Every detail from the blue bar to the light fixtures, to the bicycle water cart, to the gorgeous wallpapers, pretty mirrors, animal leg sinks in the restroom, balloons and even the tile - every single piece was carefully crafted and arranged to spark your attention!! It's one of my favorite wineries in Virginia! The outdoor seating is not only roomy, but the views are spectacular! Pet friendly, for your furry friends! We became immersed in the festive vibe and ordered a flight of wines and a charcuterie board! The food was fabulous and beautifully presented! Heavenly! The wines were refreshing , and we particularly liked the rosé, the Cabernet Franc and the Petit Verdot. Don't miss this fun fun fun and fantastical winery! A fabulous time awaits!

Friends recommended Merrie Mill, and we're so happy we listed to them! We have visited Merrie Mill…read moretwice in the last five months for wine and lunch. The atmosphere is fun and creative -- both inside and outside. You know you are in for a treat when you walk through the front door with its eclectic decor. They have seating both inside in what feels like someone's really cool living room as well as outside on their patio or on their lawn. You can order wine by the flight to sample their offerings, as well as by the glass and bottle. I recommend doing a flight to determine what you like, then order some bottles to share or take home. Their lunch menu includes salad, soup, and sandwiches -- all with a creative touch -- as well as a children's menu. They also have delicious cake by Cake Bloom and Nightingale ice cream sandwiches. Merrie Mill certainly isn't boring! The staff are knowledgeable and friendly. Definitely include Merrie Mill on your next winery tour.

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.

The food and ambience were great! Our server was lovely but clearly a bit inexperienced.read more

We've been members now for over a year. I highly recommend joining. I have only found four Vinyards…read morein the area that have good reds and Southwest Mountain has excellent reds. Greg, Sarah, and especially Tara take excellent care of us. I have back issues and only one table is comfortable enough for me to sit for awhile and they are kind enough to reserve it for us if we reach out far enough in advance. There is always plenty of seating and it's one of the few wineries with a beautiful building and nice interior also.

Southwest Mountains Vineyard has wonderful ambience, good food, and flavorful wines…read more This is a great winery to visit with friends or as a couple. Their spacious tasting room has high tops and couch seating -- it's an intimate vibe. The food is good. We had the brisket sandwich, which we definitely recommend. Skip the margarita flatbread. It's just regular pizza, though it was good. I wish I tried the BBQ chicken flatbread instead. The wines are solid--the reds, whites, and rose. We enjoyed every wine in our flight, and our cider (Son of a Bear) as well. Scenery is lush with mountains and vineyards in view. SMV should definitely be on your wine trip itinerary.

In the fall, Carter's Mountain is packed with folks buying pumpkins, apple cider, apple cider…read moredonuts, cider, and wine. On a quiet week day in the spring, we were able to enjoy the steep drive up the mountain and the views that greeted us without lots of people and cars coming and going. You can still buy the cider, donuts, ice cream, and more. You also can relax and shop their very cute country store, which sells locally made jams, syrups, mixes, and other foods. They also have lovely dish towels and many other such gift items. We recommend going both in the fall to be part of the festivities as well as in the spring and summer.

The products, service, and views from Carter Mountain Orchard are definitely worth stopping by for…read moreyear round. This was our second visit, but my first review. We had the amazing apple cider donuts and they are definitely memorable. We bought a dozen and my husband and I split them up evenly (6 each). I did a wine flight with 2 reds and 2 whites. I preferred the reds to the whites I tried. My husband had the cider and it was delicious. The weather was gorgeous to sit outside and take in the beautiful views of the Blue Ridge mts. We also purchased peaches, peach apple cider, dried apples, and other local, fresh products. We will definitely come back to try more wine, cider, and more donuts!

We love Mt. Ida and Shannon is the absolute best!! She strikes an incredible balance between…read moreprofessionalism and warmth. Whether she is recommending pairings, guiding her guests through the menu or stepping in to support her team during a busy rush, everything is handled with confidence and genuine care. You can tell she has a deep understanding of both hospitality and operations, which translates into a space that feels both polished and welcoming. Between the exceptional service she provides and the stunning setting she helps bring to life, the atmosphere truly can't be beat.

We found this place on a few online lists of recommended places to visit. The view/atmosphere was…read morenice, and the 2 beers we tried were good. The food was a big disappointment. We looked at the menu beforehand and were excited to try the artichoke/asparagus pizza. It was horrible, from the overly smoky flavor to the floppy, seemingly undercooked but somehow burnt middle. For $25?! The pepperoni pizza was the most palatable, although it was also floppy and really greasy. The French fries were really good, and I'd recommend those. The charcuterie board had some problems (including moldy grapes and a hair in the pickles ). Despite it being uncrowded while we were there, service was not good. This place has a lot of potential, hopefully they use any negative feedback and improve.

The wines are incredible and this is coming from a pretentious Northern California wine drinker. I…read morelove the setting in a semi industrial district. That's no frills and truly gets down to the nitty-gritty of great wines. I think what would make this a five star gig is to have even something like a food truck out in the parking lot dishing out. Something is simple as margarita pizzas or something to pair well with this phenomenal wine venue. Kudos to the staff for being incredible and engaging and I will be back without a doubt. Staff is incredible as are the wines.

Part industrial wine making complex, part tasting room, part wine incubator... this place is pretty…read moreepic and should be on everyone's list to visit in the Charlottesville area. Located in an old industrial building the tasting room may be small, but it is a very cozy vibe with lots of modular seating to meet up with friends, relax with a glass of wine, and spin some vinyl. There's a ton of parking out back, although it does get busy as it shares the space with a brewery next door. The wines on offer here are always rotating, with CWC's own wine label as well as featured wines from winemakers participating in their apprentice program. They have various events all times of the year, so check out their website if you are interested in supporting a small business and a diverse group of up-and-coming winemakers. I visited for the first time during a winemakers karaoke event, and it was a beautiful night of community, quirky karaoke performances, and direct chats with the winemakers themselves. To say I had fun was an understatement! The wine styles themselves tend to be fresh and newer blends or less common varietals made in very traditional methods, with low interventions and reduction of additives to the final wine. They also have a wine club for those interested in supporting their winemaking efforts on a regular basis. If you enjoy wine or are just getting into wine ,you'll love this place.

Recently visited here for a girls weekend. We had about 13…read morein our party. The grounds were beautiful. I can only imagine what they look like in the spring and summer. The wine tasting was nice. With large parties you are given a flight to try. No need to stand in the tasting room. I liked several of the flavors. After the tasting we took a walk around the grounds taking in all the animals. Because it was winter, we didn't spend a lot of time in the lavender fields. We did however visit the lavender shop. I purchased a lavender honey spot and some delightful lemon crunch lavender ice cream. Overall staff were friendly. I would recommend this business for anyone in the area or visiting massanutten.

Stopped past while on a recent birthday trip to Massanutten. And this place is really beautiful…read more White Oak is a family-owned lavender farm that is located in Shenandoah Valley. You really get to enjoy an immersive, interactive experience on the farm. There is something for everyone, from interactive gardens and live animals. The best for a cute little DIY wine tasting. You can bring your own charcuterie platters, which is what we did to go along with our tastings. They have tasting room called the Purple Wolf Vineyard where you can purchase your portable tastings, wine, beer and slushy flights . I would definitely return again, great place to host a cute birthday event, with your friends. They also have a really nice gift shop as well.

I enjoyed the tasting cellar much more than the vibe upstairs at Charley's. The folks working were…read morekind and welcoming, and they answered some questions I had ahead of ordering a wine flight. Since I was planning to share with my mom, I went for the sweet wine flight despite personally preferring semi-dry wines more. I think that was my mistake, as my mom ended up not wanting to drink much, and the sweet wines are SWEET. Like syrupy-sweet. Not just like a nice moscato-sweet. It was like drinking straight sugar. And the price was steep at $37 after tip. We sat on their patio, which is underneath Charley's patio, and were treated to serene river views. A local artist played some music too. Cool vibe, I just ordered the wrong thing.

When we arrived the staff was unwelcoming and rude. We had a larger group and were told we couldn't…read moremove chairs together so we spread out. One of the waitresses said "so are we just scattering now?". You won't let us all sit together so yes? It was unnecessary and rude. The waitress told us $14 dollars for a wine flight then when the bill came it was $39. They told us that price was never told to us (it was and multiple customers at the winery were told a lower price as well). The wine was also not good. The service was horrible, our party felt treated poorly and they were rude from the jump. I do not recommend this place the staff is rude, the wine is not good, and they don't tell you correct prices!

First of all, the 2-3 miles leading to the winery is up the mountain on a primitive road. It's def…read morepart of thr experience, but plz be prepared. If you're someone who is scared of country roads or heights, might not be your jam. The property is absolutely stunning. The views!! The wine was delicious and they did offer a charcuterie board with variations. They also offer pizza on weekends, I believe. It's a huge lodge, seating inside outside patio with upstairs and downstairs options. Everyone was super friendly and it had a locals only vibe, felt Tucker away and private. But you get there and there's people there, so it's a known gem in Dyke, VA. A must see if you're in the area!

Our favorite winery by far! Great selection of both reds and whites and the tasting room and…read moregrounds are spectacular. The owners and staff are wonderful and friendly. It is well worth the narrow access road experience.