Award Winning Wineries
Loudoun County is a leading producer of wine grapes with nearly 1,000 acres under vine and over 50 wineries. But it’s not just quantity – it’s also world-class quality, as evidenced by a flurry of prestigious awards in recent years.
What makes Loudoun’s winery scene so special? Sip a glass of our signature Viognier, Cab Franc, Petit Verdot and Norton grape varietals and find out.
In 2022, Cana Vineyards and Winery won the prestigious Virginia Governor’s Cup for its 2019 Unité Reserve, a Petit Verdot-heavy red blend. It marked the first time in history that a female winemaker won the top overall prize, and Cana’s Melanie Natoli was joined by three other Loudoun winemakers in the top-12 Governor’s Case.
2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup
In 2020, 868 Estate Vineyards also took the top prize in the annual Virginia Governor’s Cup Wine Competition, the first Loudoun winery to earn top honors from the Commonwealth-wide competition.
2020 Virginia Governor’s Cup
In 2019, Casanel Vineyards took home top honors for its 2016 Carménère from the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the largest competition of American wines in the world
2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
In 2017, Cana’s Natoli was also named the International Women’s Wine Competition’s Winemaker of the Year.
2017 International Women’s Wine Competitions
2022 Virginia Governor’s Cup
2020 Virginia Governor’s Cup
2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition
2017 International Women’s Wine Competitions
In 2022, Cana Vineyards and Winery won the prestigious Virginia Governor’s Cup for its 2019 Unité Reserve, a Petit Verdot-heavy red blend. It marked the first time in history that a female winemaker won the top overall prize, and Cana’s Melanie Natoli was joined by three other Loudoun winemakers in the top-12 Governor’s Case.
In 2020, 868 Estate Vineyards also took the top prize in the annual Virginia Governor’s Cup Wine Competition, the first Loudoun winery to earn top honors from the Commonwealth-wide competition.
In 2019, Casanel Vineyards took home top honors for its 2016 Carménère from the prestigious San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, the largest competition of American wines in the world
In 2017, Cana’s Natoli was also named the International Women’s Wine Competition’s Winemaker of the Year.
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FUN FACT
Growing wine grapes was a mandate from the British crown for colonists that first landed in Virginia. That requirement was scuttled after it proved to be too difficult to maintain vines on the frontier.
Loudoun’s Unique Biodiversity For Wine
Located just one hour west of Washington, D.C., western Loudoun’s rolling hills and bucolic vineyards are reminiscent of the winemaking regions of Spain and France.
Loudoun’s mild weather, rich soil and 50-plus wineries can support many popular varietals as well as obscure grapes like Petit Manseng, Tannat and, of course, Fer Servadou. These uncommon grapes are yielding outstanding results, including Chrysalis Vineyards, Hillsborough Vineyards and Fabbioli Cellars.
Whether tradition or cutting edge, Loudoun’s wineries have something for everyone.
DID YOU KNOW?
Virginia wine making really took off after a Virginia wine made from original American grapes was named “Best Red Wine of all Nations” at the Vienna World’s Fair in 1873.
Stay and Play Awhile
Wineries are a great day-trip destination, but they also serve as a magnet for people who want to experience more of Loudoun has to offer.
Most of the county’s dozens of wineries are located within a short drive of farm-to-table restaurants, hiking trails for any skill level, or overnight accommodations including bed and breakfasts and country resort living.
Loudoun’s wineries also provide the perfect backdrop for special days, including weddings, reunions, business meetings and awards ceremonies.
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