DC's Wine Country

With more than 40 wineries and tasting rooms, Loudoun is a premier wine region on the east coast and leading the way in Virginia, which has been designated as one of the 10 Best Wine Travel Destinations by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Known as DC's Wine Country due to its proximity to Washington D.C., Loudoun's wineries are nestled within winding roads, horse farms and historic estates. Our boutique wineries house tasting rooms in everything from rustic barns and intimate cellars to architecturally stunning facilities. During a visit, indulge in tastings, tours, food pairings and conversation with winemakers crafting award-winning wines.

What's new in wine country: In 2015, three of Loudoun's largest wineries will open new expanded facilities. Stone Tower Winery, Breaux Vineyards and Chrysalis Vineyards will all open state-of-the-art building additions, complete with tasting rooms, outdoor seating, meeting and wedding space. Chrysalis' expansion also includes a new “Ag District,” which spans 400 acres and connects visitors to Loudoun's rich agricultural scene. Working with Locksley Estate Farmstead Cheese Company, Chrysalis will now include a cheese production facility and a futuristic-style tasting room where technology will connect visitors with tastings and information about the wines digitally.

Epicurience Virginia 2015

Epicurience Virginia, the Grand Tasting is a culinary adventure like no other in the heart of DC's Wine Country. During this day-long edible showcase at historic Morven Park, savor Virginia's finest wine and cuisine, attend wine seminars, try your hand at wine making and watch notable chefs cook up culinary creations in the demonstration tent.  While the Grand Tasting is just one day, extend your visit to participate in other culinary events throughout the weekend at Loudoun's wineries and historic estates. 2015 dates will be released soon on Epicvirginia.com.

 Savor Our Local Cuisine

Ignite your culinary senses in Loudoun, which prides itself on farm-to-table cuisine and unique dining experiences. Try one of 17 Destination Restaurants, chosen for their quality, character, use of locally-grown products, and for serving Loudoun wine. Discover establishments set in structures that reflect our agricultural past including mills and farm houses, historic taverns, and even a conservatory featuring stunning sunset views of the Potomac River.

 Outdoor adventure

From water tubing and rafting, to kayaking, treetop obstacle courses and zip line tours, there is something for every outdoor enthusiast at Harpers Ferry Adventure Center. Or, soar through the trees at Empower Adventures new zip line course, located behind one of America's newest luxury resorts, Salamander Resort & Spa. For cyclists, try Trail's End Cycling's tours that bring cyclists to three wineries and through 20 miles of Loudoun's horse and farm country.

Exploding craft beer scene

The craft beer movement is hopping in the heart of wine country. Loudoun features 8 craft breweries, with several more emerging in 2015 including Flying Dog's Farmworks Brewery, Dirt Farm Brewing and Old 690 Brewing Company. Loudoun will also soon be home to the Mid-Atlantic's first commercial hops processing operation- Black Hops Farm.