Highest-rated wineries in Virginia, according to Yelp
Napa Valley isn't the only travel destination in the United States for a good glass of wine. While California's wine country is known for being a top winery destination (and also home to the award-winning bottle of chardonnay that won top honors at the Judgment of Paris competition in 1976), wine connoisseurs no longer have to travel all the way to California for a good winery experience. In fact, at this point, noteworthy wineries are available to visit in every state, if you know where to look.
As of February 2023, there are 11,691 wineries in the United States, an increase of more than 10% since 2020. A 2022 report from WineAmerica stated the wine industry generates $276 billion in total economic activity and employs over a million people.
With such a booming industry and a plethora of wineries to choose from, how does a vino-lover know if a winery is worth it? First, the location is a big reason why people choose to visit a winery; if they are tucked away next to a sprawling field of grapes for guests to explore, then the wine is likely locally sourced. The tasting experience is also key. Wineries will offer a selection of their wines by the glass, or even tastings where the customer can order smaller pours of a variety of their wines. Some wineries even offer cellar tours with glimpses into their winemaking process. Of course, the ambiance is a big draw. If it's the kind of place that makes guests want to post photos on Instagram to make their friends jealous, then that winery is probably doing something right.
So how do you know which winery to visit that includes some—if not all—of what makes a winery the best of the best? Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated wineries in Virginia, according to Yelp, so you know exactly where to venture when wine o'clock hits—no trip to Napa necessary. Only businesses that had at least three reviews and are categorized as wineries on Yelp were included. Therefore, it's possible some businesses are miscategorized. Businesses that did not have a photo on Yelp were also not included.
#30. Mountfair Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4875 Fox Mountain Rd Crozet, VA 22932
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#29. Veritas Vineyard & Winery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (335 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 151 Veritas Ln Afton, VA 22920
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#28. Pollak Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (114 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 330 Newtown Rd Greenwood, VA 22943
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Valley Road Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9264 Critzers Shop Rd Afton, VA 22920
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (369 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5022 Plank Rd North Garden, VA 22959
- Categories: Venues & Event Spaces, Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#25. CrossKeys Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (246 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6011 E Timber Ridge Rd Mount Crawford, VA 22841
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces, American (New)
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Peaks of Otter Winery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1218 Elmos Rd Bedford, VA 24523
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#23. White Hall Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5282 Sugar Ridge Rd Crozet, VA 22932
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Grace Estate Winery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5275 Mount Juliet Farm Crozet, VA 22932
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Barren Ridge Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 984 Barren Ridge Rd Fishersville, VA 22939
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Bluestone Vineyard
- Rating: 4.0/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4828 Spring Creek Rd Bridgewater, VA 22812
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Flying Fox Vineyard
- Rating: 4.0/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10368 Critzers Shop Rd Afton, VA 22920
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Cardinal Point Vineyard & Winery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9423 Batesville Rd Afton, VA 22920
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Mountain Cove Vineyards
- Rating: 4.0/5 (18 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1362 Fortunes Cove Ln Lovingston, VA 22949
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Blue Ridge Vineyard
- Rating: 4.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1027 Shiloh Dr Eagle Rock, VA 24085
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Septenary Winery at Seven Oaks Farm
- Rating: 4.0/5 (53 reviews)
- Address: 200 Seven Oaks Farm Greenwood, VA 22943
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Knight's Gambit Vineyards
- Rating: 4.5/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 218 Knole Farm Ln Charlottesville, VA 22901
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Reserve Tasting Room & Lounge
- Rating: 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Address: 1101 Jefferson St Ste 100 Lynchburg, VA 24504
- Categories: Wineries, Lounges
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Chiswell Farm & Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (15 reviews)
- Address: 430 Greenwood Road Greenwood, VA 22943
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Rockbridge Vineyard & Brewery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 35 Hillview Ln Raphine, VA 24472
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Wisdom Oak Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3613 Walnut Branch Ln North Garden, VA 22959
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Hill Top Berry Farm Winery & Meadery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2800 Berry Hill Rd Nellysford, VA 22958
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Lexington Valley Vineyard
- Rating: 4.5/5 (10 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 80 Norton Way Rockbridge Baths, VA 24473
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3340 Sutherland Rd North Garden, VA 22959
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Stinson Vineyards
- Rating: 4.5/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4744 Sugar Hollow Rd Crozet, VA 22932
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Lovingston Winery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 885 Freshwater Cove Ln Lovingston, VA 22949
- Categories: Wineries, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Ox-Eye Vineyards Tasting Room
- Rating: 4.5/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 44 Middlebrook Ave Staunton, VA 24401
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Ankida Ridge Vineyards
- Rating: 4.5/5 (19 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1304 Franklin Creek Rd Amherst, VA 24521
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Brent Manor Vineyards
- Rating: 5.0/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 100 Brent Manor Ln Faber, VA 22938
- Categories: Wineries
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Rock Roadhouse Winery
- Rating: 5.0/5 (5 reviews)
- Address: 2840 Main St Hot Springs, VA 24445
- Categories: Wineries, Tapas/Small Plates
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 35 states.
