Afton Mountain Vineyards
Afton Mountain Vineyards is one of Virginia’s first farm wineries with original vines planted in the 1970s. Our focus is on making wines of unrivaled quality from our own estate-grown grapes. Surrounded by 360 degree mountain views, our Tasting House is a beautiful place to enjoy the fruits of our labor.
Our vineyards lie on the southeastern slope of the Blue Ridge in a place of unparalleled beauty and excellence of terroir, that elusive fusion of sun, earth, air, and water which Europe’s “noble” wine grapes need to thrive. We make Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, but we also make wines such as Gewurztraminer, a super-Tuscan red blend, and a sparkling wine made in the traditional methode champenoise.
234 Vineyard Lane
Afton, VA 22920
tel: (540) 456-8667
fax: (540) 456-8667
email: info@aftonmountainvineyards.com
website: www.aftonmountainvineyards.com
Winery Story:
Elizabeth and Tony Smith both grew up in nearby Albemarle County, went to Albemarle High School, and were married at the UVa Chapel.
After spending twenty years in the Tidewater, VA region, their love of Virginia and wine lead to their search for the best local vineyard site in 2009. There they enjoy the grapes and wines they make today.
Winemaking Philosophy:
Afton Mountain Vineyards believes in the expression of the grape and the terroir. Some years may produce lush whites, or big bold tannic heavily-extracted reds, or other times a lighter, more delicate style of wines. The most important aspect of the wine for them is “balance” – the components singing together in the proper harmony for the vintage.
Our vineyard is the most important part of our operation. The vines are adapted to their environment using a minimum of chemical products like pesticide fungicide or herbicide. These practices enable us to harvest well-balanced quality grapes that make our wines with very low interventions.
Winemaker: Damien Blanchon
Wines Typically Available:
Whites: Albarino, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Rosé, Bollicine (sparkling made from Pinot Noir & Chardonnay).
Reds: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Bacco (super-Tuscan), Tradition (Bordeaux-style blend), VDN (port-style red).
Event Policies:
Public Events: Afton After Hours music series hosted one Saturday/month with a food truck, cover charge – $5. See AMV website for full details.
Hours:
Open Thursday thru Sunday from 11am-5pm.
Our patio, lawn and Pavilion are open to the public; the Tasting House is open to Club Members. We welcome parties of 8 people or fewer only. Families and leashed pets may enjoy the expansive grounds and patio, no pets inside.
Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day.
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Food Available: Cheeses, meats, snack food available in tasting room. Outside food is permitted.
Pet Policy: Dogs, on leashes, allowed at outside seating areas.