Fine wines are often associated with faraway places, one of the closest in America being northern California. Fewer people realize that Virginia’s wine scene is arguably just as impressive, with more than 250 wineries to choose from. Spanning some of the state’s most beautiful land, wine trails offer an inclusive way to appreciate more than just the wine itself. The one I’ll focus on today is located in Rappahannock County in Northern Virginia. If you plan on embarking on this unforgettable wine trail, be sure to secure a safe means of transportation.
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- Chester Gap Cellars (Front Royal)
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Chester Gap Cellars/Facebook Chester Gap Cellars boasts one of the most exquisite outdoor patio seatings around. It doesn’t hurt that the wine and view are equally as delicious, either. The vineyard sits at an elevation of 1,000 feet, offering an inviting and cozy place to sip some local wine. The vineyard can be accessed off Route 522.
- Rappahannock Cellars (Huntley)
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Rappahannock Cellars/Facebook Rappahannock Cellars is a family-run business in the truest sense. The winery features a tasting room where visitors will be met with friendly and knowledgable staff members eager to share a taste of what’s been growing outside. Both reds and whites produced here have been acknowledged with impressive awards.
- Narmada Winery (Amissville)
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Narmada Winery/Facebook Narmada Winery opened in 2009 by a couple originally from Mumbai, India with a passion for travel and fine wine. They found the soft rolling hills of Rappahannock County to be perfect for a vineyard, and so Narmada Winery was born. Visitors can taste the delicious wine, grown sustainably with very little intervention.
- Gadino Cellars (Washington)
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Gadino Cellars/Facebook Founded in 2004, Gardino Cellars is a family-operated vineyard that produces exquisite wine. Visitors are free to explore the grounds or enjoy sampling some of the vineyard’s finest selections along with local sausages and cheeses. There are even two Bocce Ball courts set up outside for when the weather calls for it.
- Sharp Rock Vineyards (Sperryville)
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Sharp Rock Vineyards/Facebook Nestled at the foot of Old Rag Mountain lies Sharp Rock Vineyards, a breathtaking stretch of greenery. This small business produces twelve distinct wines, home-grown on the vineyards. This happens to be a fantastic spot to end the wine trail, as there’s a beautiful bed & breakfast located on site.
Have you visited any of these amazing wineries in Virginia’s Rappahannock County? Be sure to share your experience with us!
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Chester Gap Cellars/Facebook
Chester Gap Cellars boasts one of the most exquisite outdoor patio seatings around. It doesn’t hurt that the wine and view are equally as delicious, either. The vineyard sits at an elevation of 1,000 feet, offering an inviting and cozy place to sip some local wine. The vineyard can be accessed off Route 522.
Rappahannock Cellars/Facebook
Rappahannock Cellars is a family-run business in the truest sense. The winery features a tasting room where visitors will be met with friendly and knowledgable staff members eager to share a taste of what’s been growing outside. Both reds and whites produced here have been acknowledged with impressive awards.
Narmada Winery/Facebook
Narmada Winery opened in 2009 by a couple originally from Mumbai, India with a passion for travel and fine wine. They found the soft rolling hills of Rappahannock County to be perfect for a vineyard, and so Narmada Winery was born. Visitors can taste the delicious wine, grown sustainably with very little intervention.
Gadino Cellars/Facebook
Founded in 2004, Gardino Cellars is a family-operated vineyard that produces exquisite wine. Visitors are free to explore the grounds or enjoy sampling some of the vineyard’s finest selections along with local sausages and cheeses. There are even two Bocce Ball courts set up outside for when the weather calls for it.
Sharp Rock Vineyards/Facebook
Nestled at the foot of Old Rag Mountain lies Sharp Rock Vineyards, a breathtaking stretch of greenery. This small business produces twelve distinct wines, home-grown on the vineyards. This happens to be a fantastic spot to end the wine trail, as there’s a beautiful bed & breakfast located on site.
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