Jefferson Vineyards
Thomas Jefferson and Philip Mazzei chose the very same site when they grew grapes here almost 250 years ago. Back then, our estate was the site of Virginia’s first commercial vineyard and wine company. Since 1981, this family owned winery has bottled award-winning Viognier, Meritage, Estate Reserve and Virginia’s first Petit Verdot.
Come visit our country style setting where you can taste our award winning wines and experience our beautiful location. Our property is located between Monticello and James Monroe’s Highland, only 10 minutes from downtown Charlottesville.
1353 Thomas Jefferson Parkway
Charlottesville, VA 22902
tel: (434) 977-3042
contact form: https://www.jeffersonvineyards.com/Contact
website: www.jeffersonvineyards.com
Chris Ritzcovan, Winemaker; Director of Jefferson Vineyards
Winemaking:
Each vintage tells the story of the growing season with all of its trials and tribulations. In addition to Virginia’s flagship varietal, Viognier, we also grow Chardonnay, Riesling, Petit Manseng, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. In our quest to continue Thomas Jefferson’s vision for Virginia as producing a variety of world class wines, we take the upmost care to ensure our viticultural and winemaking practices produce the highest quality fruit. We avoid using commercial concentrates or additives to intensify our wines.
Wines Typically Available:
Whites: Viognier, Chardonnay Reserve, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Vin Blanc (white blanc), Rosé
Reds: Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Meritage, Vin Rouge (red blend)
Library & Special Wines Available:
A variety of cellar wines are available on a rotating basis depending on inventory.
Tasting Policy:
We offer tastings by way of self-guided flights. Depending on the season, 2-3 different flight types are offered at $20 each. Each flight consists of 4, 2 ounce pours of different wines to sample.
Group Policy:
Reservations are not accepted at this time. Groups of 10 or more need to reach out to the Tasting Room for approval. We do not accept tour buses, large vans, or RV's.
Hours:
Open 7 days a week:
Sunday-Thursday - 11:30-6:00pm
Friday and Saturday - 11:30-7:00pm
Last open bottle/glass/flight sale is half hour prior to close.
Food:
We serve wine pairing foods including cheeses, charcuterie, crackers, chocolates and other goodies. We also have a market at our main entrance that serves artisanal sandwiches.
Pets:
Well behaved leashed dogs are welcome on our grounds and in our main tasting room. Dogs are not allowed in our winery tasting room.