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Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery

Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery

Fruit Wines and Mead

Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery is a second generation family farm located in beautiful Nelson County in the scenic recreation area known as Nelson 151 Trail. A hidden gem in its early years, the secret is out as the Nelson 151 Trail area is a thriving destination for craft beverage enthusiasts. Visitors to Hill Top find their winery home away from home and tend to be repeat customers.

The Winery Experience - What to Expect

The farm is appropriately perched in the rolling hills of the Rockfish Valley below Wintergreen Ski Resort. The winery has two large tasting rooms and is known for friendly, attentive service. Hill Top is dog-friendly and well-behaved dogs are welcome, even in the tasting room. There is a large covered patio so bring a picnic and enjoy the majestic scenery including the winery's small herd of registered Scottish Highland Cattle! Enjoy the farm experience with seasonal pick your own blackberries and even friendly goats that love to be petted and hand fed!

Our Specialities

Hill Top specializes in award-winning "True to the Fruit" wines made from various fruits other than grapes. Hill Top is the oldest meadery in Virginia, recreating authentic and historical honey meads.  Try styles once enjoyed by ancient cultures such as the Vikings, Greeks, Anglo Saxons, Celts, Egyptians, and Romans! The daily tasting line up includes a great selection of both wines and meads, which range from dry to sweet so there is something delicious for everyone to enjoy! Try the drink of your ancestors as you enjoy a tasting tour of the ancient world! 

When to Visit

Visit Hill Top to find out how wonderful wines can be beyond the traditional. Groups are welcome. Open daily, all year from 11 am to 5 pm with extended hours during blackberry season. Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery is the home of the Annual Blackberry Harvest and Music Festival which is always scheduled for the first Saturday in August. 

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Region
  • Central Virginia Region
Appellation AVAMonticello AVA
Wine Trail
  • Nelson 151 Trail
  • Other Wine Trail
Tasting Fee$5.00
Reserve Tasting Fee$0.00
Tour Fee$0.00
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Monticello AVA Wineries

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DuCard Vineyards

Mountainside Vineyard with Spectacular Views of the Eastern Slope of the Shenandoah National Park

40708 Article rating: 2.0

Visit our gorgeous vineyard and winery bordering the eastern slope of Shenandoah National Park. We offer estate-grown wines with a friendly, knowledgeable staff providing a memorable and incomparable tasting experience. In the 2026 Virginia Governor's Cup we received gold medals for our 2023 Cabernet Franc (Stainless), 2023 Cabernet Franc Reseve, and 2023 Triskele. At the 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition our 2023 Tana Chardonnay, 2023 Whetstone Chardonnay and 2023 Signature Viognier were awarded Gold Medals. Plan a visit to try our Gold Medal Flight!  Our new 2024 Rosé  has been named one of VinePair's top 30 Roses for 2025 and our Merlot named Top 20 for 2025! Our peaceful setting is a psychological and wine-ological getaway from the outside world. Live music on the weekends with no cover, family and dog friendly, Virgina Green. 

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Early Mountain Vineyards

Discover the Best of Virginia Wine Country at Early Mountain Vineyards

15667 Article rating: 3.7

Visit Early Mountain Vineyards in Virginia’s wine country, offering award-winning wines, breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and locally inspired dining. Enjoy our elegant tasting room and explore unique events that highlight Virginia’s rich winemaking tradition.

Barboursville Vineyards

Virginia's Most Honored Winery

15714 Article rating: 4.3

Barboursville Vineyards in Virginia offers an unforgettable wine country experience, blending sustainable winemaking, rich history, and award-winning wines. Visitors enjoy scenic tours, intimate tastings, and fine dining at Palladio Restaurant. With iconic wines and historic Jefferson-designed ruins, Barboursville invites guests to immerse in Virginia’s finest wine culture and landscape.

Valley Road Vineyards

A Virginia Wine Experience on the Nelson 151 Trail

16692 Article rating: 4.0

Founded in 2015, Valley Road Vineyard has already garnered a reputation for Great Wine, Great People, and Great Place. With a gold medal-winning, Petit Verdot in the Virginia Governor's Case in its first year, Valley Road has gone on to receive medals for its Viognier and Meritage varietals -- plus rave reviews from visitors for its blends, sparkling wines and rosé. Located at the north end of Route 151, just south of Route 250 in Albemarle County, Valley Road Vineyards serves as the gateway to the Nelson 151 corridor and its beautiful Blue Ridge vistas.

Keswick Vineyards

Born from the Soil and Soul of Virginia

5227 Article rating: 2.5

Discover the enchanting Keswick Vineyards on Virginia's Monticello Wine Trail, a short drive from Charlottesville. This family-owned gem, nestled in the Piedmont region, offers a captivating retreat with its breathtaking landscapes and expertly crafted wines. Visitors can enjoy the lush, rolling hills and extensive vineyards, where the fertile soil and ideal climate nurture premium Viognier, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot grapes. The rustic yet elegant tasting room provides a cozy atmosphere for sampling exceptional wines, enhanced by panoramic views of the countryside. Keswick Vineyards not only serves as a paradise for wine aficionados with its top-tier vintages and educational tastings but also hosts weddings and festivals, making it a key cultural venue. Experience the beauty and tradition of Virginia winemaking at Keswick Vineyards, where every visit promises a harmonious blend of natural beauty and refined taste.

King Family Vineyards

Ultra Premium Wines crafted from the Monticello AVA

19126 Article rating: 4.3

King Family Vineyards is a family owned and operated winery located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Crozet, Virginia just fifteen minutes from Charlottesville. The winery specializes in the production of ultra-premium wines that showcase the remarkable quality and terroir of the Monticello AVA.

Grace Estate Winery

Experience Award-Winning Wines at Grace Estate Winery in Virginia's Picturesque Wine Country

15993 Article rating: 3.7

Grace Estate Winery was established in 2013 with the mission to create wine that exhibited the unique aspects of our Mount Juliet Vineyard. Now more than 20 years after its initial planting, our vineyard yields unsurpassed quality with each harvest, exemplifying the terroir of the Monticello region. The vineyards, as old as 25th leaf, are planted on various soils, and include 12 grape varieties from white wine varietals Viognier, Chardonnay, Petit Manseng, Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc, Vidal Blanc to red wine varietals Merlot, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Tannat, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon.

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