Virginia Wineries and Vineyards

Afton Mountain Vineyards

Some of the oldest vines in Virginia

Afton Mountain Vineyards is one of Virginia's first farm wineries with our oldest vines dating from the late 1970's. Our focus is on...

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The Year in a Virginia Vineyard – Part 6: Early Spring in the Vineyard

Early spring in Virginia vineyards is a season of preparation. Learn how growers repair trellises, nurture soils, and anticipate budbreak as vines awaken for a new growing year.

The Year in a Virginia Vineyard – Part 2: Summer in the Vineyard

Summer in Virginia vineyards brings canopy management, disease prevention, and veraison. Discover how viticulturists tame vigorous vines in the heat and humidity to shape the future vintage.

The Year in a Virginia Vineyard – Part 1: Spring in the Vineyard

Explore spring in Virginia vineyards as grapevines awaken from dormancy. Learn about budbreak, pruning, frost protection, and how viticulturists prepare the vines for a new vintage.

The Year in a Virginia Vineyard – Part 5: Winter in the Vineyard and Winery

Winter in Virginia vineyards brings dormancy and pruning, while wineries hum with fermentations and barrel aging. Learn how growers and winemakers prepare for the next vintage.

The Year in a Virginia Vineyard – Part 4: Fall After Harvest

Discover what happens in Virginia vineyards after harvest, from soil care and cover crops to vine recovery and preparation for dormancy. Learn how vintners set the stage for the next growing season.

The Year in a Virginia Vineyard – Part 3: Harvest Season

Harvest season in Virginia vineyards is a race against time, balancing ripeness, weather, and labor to bring in grapes at peak quality. Discover how vintners navigate the most critical season of the year.

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