***Please note that this The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Northern Virginia Wineries (Local’s Favorites) will be updated and recirculated periodically to reflect the most up-to-date Virginia Wine scene. This guide was most recently updated as of March 2026.***

While having close proximity to the nation’s capital, Northern Virginia is also home to some incredible wineries. I have been fortunate enough to visit multiple wineries in Northern Virginia – all of which have so much history, character, and *of course* wine to offer. Above all else, it is worth noting that the people who work at each of these wineries are what have made my experiences and hence their mention in this blog post worth mentioning! Virginia and Northern Virginia is home to some incredible winemakers from all diverse backgrounds, which also makes Northern Virginia so magnificent!! Here, I list 10 wineries in Northern Virginia (and counting!) for when you want to plan your next wine-filled adventure!

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The Ultimate 2026 Guide to Northern Virginia Wineries (Local’s Favorites)

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Northern Virginia Wineries: A Local’s Picks!

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Northern Virginia Wineries: A Local’s Picks!

Twin Oaks Tavern Winery

Address: 18035 Raven Rocks Rd, Bluemont

About: Twin Oaks Tavern Winery is a two-generation, woman-owned winery on the foothill of the Shenandoah mountains. Located in the Bear’s Den Historic District, Twin Oaks Tavern is one of many stone houses built from 1890-1920 and was transformed into a winery in 1999 after a fire burned much of its original structure down in the 1980s. Today, Twin Oaks Tavern Winery is a welcoming place that’s also dog-friendly.

Molon Lave Vineyard and Winery

Address: 10075 Lees Mill Rd, Warrenton

About: A family-owned winery on several acres in Warrenton, Molon Lave Vineyards and Winery is a proud dream of the Papadopoulos family since its 2009 opening. The name Molon Lave is derived from its namesake as a Greek phrase that embodies pride, dignity, and a unique perception of life. As someone named Katie, my favorite wine is their rose wine called “Katie’s Charm”!

Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery

Address: 5535 Blue Valley Way, Delaplane

About: With Greek mountainside roots in winemaking, the Zissios family brought a piece of Greece to Northern Virginia through opening Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery in the Shenandoah Valley to the public in 2015. To this day, Blue Valley Vineyard and Winery is still family-owned and runs on the Greek value of respect, ensuring that everyone who walks through its doors are treated like family.

Barrel Oak Winery and Brewery

Address: 3623 Grove Lane, Delaplane

About: Also known as “BOW”, Barrel Oak Winery and Brewery values itself on passion, commitment, and fine wine as well as a friendly place for everyone to bring your dog both indoors and outdoors. Everyone truly feels right at home at Barrel Oak Winery and Brewery, whether human or canine!

Three Fox Vineyards & Brewery

Address: 10100 Three Fox Lane, Delaplane

About: A family and dog-friendly winery and brewery with a pizza shed overlooking the Shenandoah mountains, Three Fox Vineyards & Brewery is a welcoming place for everyone to enjoy a fun vineyard outing. Be sure to check out the beautiful onsite meadow and creek – perfect for kids and dogs to soak in some sunshine – and enjoy some wine at one of their tables in the vines! Read my full review on Three Fox Vineyards & Brewery here.

Boxwood Estate Winery

Address: 2042 Burrland Lane, Middleburg

About: Located in the heart of Middleburg, Virginia, a town filled with lots of Revolutionary War and Civil War history, Boxwood Estate Winery is a fulfilled lifelong dream of former President and Owner of NFL’s Washington Redskins John Kent Cooke. Boxwood Estate Winery has a unique onsite winemaking process alongside a variety of wonderful specialty wines, which you can read about more in my review of their specialty Estate Pairing within their incredible wine cave (!!!!) here.

Paradise Springs Winery

Address: 13219 Yates Ford Road, Clifton

About: One of the closest wineries to Washington, DC, Paradise Springs Winery is a bicoastal winery with a location in Santa Barbara, California as well as in Clifton, Virginia. Guests can enjoy the winery’s gorgeous grounds and scenery in the heart of Clifton, Virginia as well as different food trucks that come to visit.

The Winery at Bull Run

Address: 15950 Lee Highway, Centreville

About: A grape to glass farm winery right next to the historic Civil War Manassas Battlefield Park, The Winery at Bull Run pays homage to its Civil War roots while producing incredible wines. Be sure to enjoy their guided wine tastings in the tasting room with a complimentary wine glass in lieu of wine flights as well onsite their live music. Read about my experience at The Winery at Bull Run here.

Old Farm Winery at Hartland

Address: 23583 Fleetwood Road, Aldie

About: The sister winery to The Winery at Bull Run, Old Farm Winery at Hartland located in Aldie, Virginia is situated on a renovated 18th century farm and former fox hunting club where the Kennedy’s used to go. Be sure to enjoy their guided wine tastings in lieu of wine flights – similar to that of its sister winery and enjoy a guided tour of the grounds. Read about my experience at Old Farm Winery at Hartland here.

Potomac Point Winery & Vineyard

Address: 275 Decatur Road, Stafford

About: Located in Stafford County with an onsite bistro, Potomac Point Winery & Vineyard offers an elegant twist to the vineyard experience. Be sure to indulge in a delicious meal and one of their wine-soaked cakes at their onsite bistro and take in all of the lovely scenic views.

Morais Vineyards & Winery

Address: 11409 Marsh Road, Bealton

About: Offering gorgeous Portuguese-style opulence and architecture, Morais Vineyards & Winery offers a breathtakingly gorgeous grounds to take it all in, one sip at a time! Be sure to check out their tasting room to enjoy their incredible wines, as well as events and visiting food trucks, alongside a gorgeous grounds stroll.

Casanel Vineyards & Winery

Address: 17952 and 17956 Canby Road, Leesburg

About: Shaped in their three core values of people, passion, and a sense of place, owners Casey and Nelson DeSouza planted their roots at what is now Casanel Vineyards & Winery in 2006. With a lot of hard work, authenticity, and a  whole lot of celebration, the DeSouza’s have created a place where everyone can come together no matter who they are for a glass of wine (or a mocktail) and leave having a great time. Today, the values of people, passion, and a sense of place still reign true at Casanel as the winery has several offerings to enjoy whether it be enjoying a glass or flight in their tasting room or outside at their patio or balcony, or a stroll around the grounds’ gazebo, everyone will be sure to have a great time!

  

Wrap-Up

The wine, the people, and the character is what makes every single one of these wineries in Northern Virginia worth a visit! Not only is there diversity and kind souls within the Northern Virginia region that distinguishes it, but there are also diversity and kind souls plus wine within each of these 10 wineries in Northern Virginia. If you plan on visiting multiple wineries within the year or even a week/month sure to check out Reserve Pass and get your membership today to start saving while you sip. Use my discount code “ktloveswine40” for 40% off an annual membership today (value: $69). Through it all, Northern Virginia is such an incredible place and these wineries make it so incredible!

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XOXO – Katie <3