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Three Sisters of Shiney Rock Winery: Preserving the Family Farm
The Powell family was at risk of losing their 100-year old farm south of Clarksville, Virginia, so they had to make a decision. Ultimately, they […]
Chestnut Oak Winery: Capturing Virginia’s Beauty in Every Bottle
Janet Bolla wanted to remain active during her retirement so she decided to pursue a love for wine. Little did she know, this passion would […]
Briedé Family Vineyards: Where Everyone is Welcomed Like Family
Winchester, VAEst. in 2013 Paul and Loretta Briedé took the Italian saying “anni e bicchieri di vino non si contano mai” (loosely translated to “age […]
Ingleside Vineyards: Aging Like a Fine Wine
Leedstown, VirginiaEst. in 1980 Before we get to the wines, it would do a disservice to the vineyard and owner Doug Flemer to not talk […]
Barrel Oak Winery: A Place of Community
Barrel Oak WineryEst. in 2006 You don’t get voted “Family Friendliest Winery in the WORLD” by Wine Enthusiasts Magazine without putting in some serious effort […]
Wisdom Oak Winery: It’s a Family Affair
North Garden, VirginiaEst. in 2016 They say it takes a village, and Wisdom Oaks Winery is no exception. Owners and husband and wife team Jason […]
Granite Heights: A Doctor and a Lawyer walk into an 1820’s farmhouse
Warrenton, Virginia Est. in 2008 What do you get when you mix a doctor, a lawyer, and an 1820’s farmhouse? Well, you get Granite Heights […]
Afton Mountain Vineyards: A Blue Ridge Beauty
Elizabeth and Tony Smith have had ties in Charlottesville for most of their lives. They both grew up there, attended high school and college there, and were married at the University of Virginia chapel. After moving to coastal Virginia for a bit, their bond with the Blue Ridge Mountains pulled them back and led them to eventually purchase After Mountain Vineyards in 2009.
