The numbers of wineries in this region has exploded, and the wine has gotten better. Here are 70 of our favorite vineyards—we’ve mapped out some stop-by-stop itineraries—where you can find great wine, gorgeous views, and a fun day in the country.
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These three wineries specialize in carefully crafted reds.
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In the Piedmont wine region north of Baltimore, three farm wineries showcase the mature end of the state’s emerging industry.
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Try this when you need to impress.
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Bring your camera on this beautiful drive through western Loudoun County.
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Around Mt. Airy’s four sq. miles are three wineries, including some of the state’s oldest. We highlight these, with options from bubbly to dessert wines.
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The rolling stretch of Route 50 between Aldie and Middleburg—dotted with old stone cottages and fields of grazing horses—gets you to three great wineries.
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Walk up an appetite downtown before going on a fun excursion to these two very different vineyards in Leesburg, Virginia.
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Big wine, spicy mead, and a novel place for lunch—all in Maryland.
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This itinerary offers unusual experiences, a behind-the-scenes tour, and Indian fare.
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Sneak away midweek for a romantic winery day trip. No crowds, no traffic, and no hurry-up winetastings. These wineries are open every day of the week.
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This itinerary is a great choice for those who like their wine with a taste of history.
Nancy Bauer is founder of the popular Facebook group, Virginia Wine Love, and the website VirginiaWineLove.com.
Ann Limpert joined Washingtonian in late 2003. She was previously an editorial assistant at Entertainment Weekly and a cook in New York restaurant kitchens, and she is a graduate of the Institute of Culinary Education. She lives in Petworth.
Jessica Sidman covers the people and trends behind D.C.’s food and drink scene. Before joining Washingtonian in July 2016, she was Food Editor and Young & Hungry columnist at Washington City Paper. She is a Colorado native and University of Pennsylvania grad.
Anna Spiegel covers the dining and drinking scene in her native DC. Prior to joining Washingtonian in 2010, she attended the French Culinary Institute and Columbia University’s MFA program in New York, and held various cooking and writing positions in NYC and in St. John, US Virgin Islands.
Jessica Strelitz is a food, wine, and spirits writer in Virginia.
