Sip, savor and stay a while at this Central Virginia gem
Story and Photos Melissa M. Stewart
Vineyard Vibe: A home at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains guarantees great views at Early Mountain’s 350-acre property, but the interior aesthetic is nearly as charming—picture rustic elegance including warm wagon wheel chandeliers and all of the exposed beam glory you could ask for. Aforementioned reservations are recommended for both tasting room and patio seating to enjoy the Virginia Table, a marriage of juice from elite Virginia winemaker Ben Jordan and seasonal eats from executive chef Tim Moore.
Hours and Events: Early Mountain Vineyard, on the Monticello Wine Trail, is open Monday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (pick-up only), Thursday and Friday 11 a.m.–6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.–6p.m. Can’t make the trip? Two different club membership options allow Virginia oenophiles to choose from seasonal shipments of Early Mountain varietals or a bi-annual selection of small-batch standouts from all over the commonwealth.
Learn more at EarlyMountain.com