Keswick Vineyards
Born from the Soil and Soul of Virginia
Keswick Vineyards, established in 2000 by Al & Cindy Schornberg, is a family owned and operated winery specializing in small lots of high-quality wines that showcase the terroir of the Estate. Keswick is one of the premier Virginia wineries on the Monticello Wine Trail.
Originally from Michigan, the Schornbergs chose Virginia to pursue their dream of owning a vineyard after an extensive search that spanned coast to coast. Al recalls his grandfather’s stories of working at his uncle’s winery, Massena Cellars in France, and like his predecessor, his goal was straightforward: “I just wanted to be able to enjoy a really good wine that I made. There’s something very natural and satisfying about that.”
With their first vintage in 2002 winning the honor of "Best White Wine in America" at the Atlanta International Wine Summit, the Schornbergs knew they had made the right decision and set out to prove Virginia could also produce award-winning reds.
In 2009 they were awarded the Virginia Governor's Cup for their 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon, further transforming their dream into a reality. In 2016 Keswick Vineyards received their second Virginia Governor's Cup for their 2014 Cabernet Franc Reserve.
The Schornbergs are humbled and excited that their vision has evolved into a world-class vineyard and winery, with each year's vintage better than the last. Visit and taste the wines that are "Born from the Soil and Soul of Virginia."
| State | Virginia |
| Region | |
| Appellation AVA | Monticello AVA |
| Wine Trail | - Monticello Wine Trail
- Route 231 Trail
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| Tasting Fee | $12.00 |
| Reserve Tasting Fee | $15.00 |
| Tour Fee | $0.00 |
| First Planted | 6/1/1999 |
| Vineyard Acres | 10 |
| Estate Acres | 20 |
| Annual Production Cases | 3000 |
| Winemaker | Stephen Barnard |
| Vineyard Manager | Stephen Barnard |
| Vineyard Varietals | - Cabernet Franc
- Chardonnay
- Merlot
- Viognier
- Petit Verdot
- Sauvignon Blanc
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