Vineyards & Wine
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Hillsborough Winery & Brewery- Hillsboro, VA
To be honest, I didn't like any of the wines I sampled at Hillsborough. That said, I would absolutely return to try their craft beer, because it's a beautiful property, inside and out.
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Early Mountain Vineyard- Madison, VA
Early Mountain Vineyard in many ways feels like a really nice restaurant that makes good wine. The food program here is just about the best I have ever experienced at a vineyard- which makes sense, as their chef previously worked at the illustrious Inn at Little Washington.
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Crimson Lane Vineyards- Linden, VA
Crimson Lane is probably the most stunning winery on the East Coast. It is definitely the most striking I have visited in the Mid Atlantic region. It also limits large parties, doesn't allow animals, and is adult only- so for me, the perfect place to spend an afternoon.
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Boxwood Estate Winery- Middleburg, VA
Middleburg, a quaint equestrian town just outside of D.C., is home to dozens of wineries; in fact, the industry is so prominent, it has its own AVA, which includes more than 30 wineries. Boxwood, located just outside of town, focuses on reds produced in the Bordeaux tradition.
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Paradise Springs Winery- Clifton, VA
Clifton, Virginia is an impossibly quaint blip of a town, consisting of a handful of historic buildings. In the early years, the area was known for its mineral springs and railroad depot. Over a century later, it became known for Trummers, a fantastic destination restaurant with a huge wine cellar. Since 2010, it has also been known for Paradise Springs, the first winery in Fairfax County.
