Wine Weekend: Charlottesville

Let's Explore the Historic Monticello Wine Trail

February 17th - 19th, 2024

Join your fellow Wine Lovers on a wine weekend to Charlottesville. For three days we'll explore the historic Monticello Wine Trail. With over thirty-three wineries on the Monticello Wine Trail, we’ll only have time to explore 6 of them. Time will surely fly by during this wine weekend.

With spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains to enjoy while we sip our way across the region.

• Our small-group tour, will include a personalized way to explore
• Leave the driving to our guide with round-trip transit from Charlottesville
• Visit six of Virginia's top-rated wineries for tours and tastings
• Relaxed and enjoy a wine weekend a great group of people

What's Included

• 2 nights stay 4 Star hotel
• Breakfast every morning
• Transportation to and from Charlottesville
• Private Driver to Wineries
• 1 four course dinner with wine pairing

Departure & Return

Departure Time: Saturday 11:30 AM

Return Time: Monday Approximately 9:00pm

Departure & Return Point: Franconia-Springfield Metro (Google Map Directions)

ITINERARY

Day 1: Saturday

We will meet Saturday morning at Franconia-Springfield Metro at 11:00am, we will depart promptly at 11:30am. Please park in the multi-day parking area and meet the group down by the bench on the ground floor. Look for our Meetup sign.

Multi-day parking: Between 15 and 17 spaces are allocated for multi-day use of up to 10 days. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no charge for multi-day parking beyond the regular fee. Access multi-day parking by entering the garage through the lower-level entrance #1 and proceeding to row J of the facility. Park in spaces signed "Multi-day Parking."

Our first stop of the day will be at Keswick Vineyards where we will enjoy their award-winning wines and beautiful views. They also offer a few food options you can purchase. They have multiple tasting options to choose from.

Next, we will had to the hotel to check-in and get settle into our rooms. We can meet at the hotel bar for a drink before we head to Veritas Winery for dinner. 

Finally, our last event of the day will be a four-course, wine paired dinner at The Farmhouse at Veritas. Their menu will feature homegrown and house-made Farm-to-Fork ingredients.

Day 2: Sunday

Wake up and enjoy breakfast before we head out to Blenheim Vineyards, designed, and owned by musician Dave Matthews. With two vineyard sites growing Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the goal at Blenheim is to make high quality wines that reflect the climate, soil, and beauty of the surrounding piedmont landscape.

Next, we will head to Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards. Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards is unique among the growing number of fine wineries along Virginia’s Monticello Wine Trail. They are known for creating distinguished boutique wines. Here you can also enjoy their amazing Farm-Table lunch. You are responsible for your own lunch.

Finally, we will head to the hotel so that we can freshen up and relax. **You will be responsible for your dinner purchases at the restaurant. **

Day 2: Monday

Sleep in a bit after our previous day of indulgence. Before we head home, we will stop at Horton Vineyards. Horton Vineyard is one of the most innovative wineries in the country. Utilizing the latest viticultural techniques, Horton is charting a new generation of wines made from Viognier, the premier grape of France's Rhone Valley, and other premium varieties from southern France, Portugal, Spain, Russia/Georgia, and Italy. Horton Vineyards has over forty wines to taste. Their knowledgeable staff will guide us through each of them to help us fully explore our palate to find our new favorite.

After having our fill of this weekend tasting and touring, we will make the journey back home

PACKAGE PRICE:

Early Bird - $745.95 per person based on single occupancy

*Price increase to $797.10 after January 15th*

Deposit and Payments:

• Deposit: A refundable deposit of $200 is due at the time of reservation. If requested by 11:59pm on February 12th.

• Monthly Payments: After your initial deposit we will set up a Monthly Payment plan of equal amounts due on the 1st of each month through the full pay date. You may fully pay for your account at any time.

Final Payment: is due February 5, 2024

CANCELLATION POLICY: Payments are refundable if canceled before 11:59pm Est on February 12th. All payments are nonrefundable after 12:00am February 13th.