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Virginia Wine Month — October
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Your weekend at Virginia Wine Month — October
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Hotels and B&Bs near Charlottesville in October.
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Virginia declares October its official wine month, with 300+ wineries across the state hosting special events, tastings, and harvest celebrations. The concentration around Charlottesville and Monticello wine trail is particularly strong, with open houses, food pairings, and live music at estates in the Blue Ridge foothills.
~50,000 visitors
Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO)
October
$10 - $50
8–20°C
~7 rainy days · 6.5h sunshine/day
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Where it is
Charlottesville, United States
Official Website
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Festivals around the same time
Within two weeks of Virginia Wine Month — October — plan a single trip with multiple stops.
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Willamette Valley, United States
America's largest Demeter-certified biodynamic estate, hiding in plain sight with Pinot Noir that punches way above its price.
Pinot Noir · Pinot Gris · Riesling
Ravines Wine Cellars
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A French-trained winemaker producing America's most underrated Rieslings on a glacial lake that most wine lovers have never visited.
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Barboursville Vineyards
Virginia, United States
Thomas Jefferson's vision of Virginia wine fulfilled — world-class Bordeaux blends and Italian varieties on a historic plantation most oenophiles overlook.
Bordeaux Blend · Vermentino · Nebbiolo
Frequently asked questions
When is Virginia Wine Month — October held?
Throughout October
Where does Virginia Wine Month — October take place?
Virginia Wine Month — October is held in Charlottesville, United States.
How much does it cost to attend Virginia Wine Month — October?
Tickets range from $10 to $50.
How many people attend Virginia Wine Month — October?
Approximately ~50,000 visitors attend each edition.
What's the nearest airport to Virginia Wine Month — October?
The nearest airport is Charlottesville-Albemarle Airport (CHO).
Who is Virginia Wine Month — October best for?
Best for wine enthusiasts, couples, groups and budget travel.
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