Bottled in Bedford Brochure

Find Delight in every pour

The wineries, breweries, cideries and meadery in Bedford County, Virginia, offer more than great craft beverages.

Each venue has its own unique vibe and personality. Some have lively fun and games, while others are a perfect place to watch the evening sunset.

Whether the pour comes from a bottle, a tap or a growler, each one spreads a little joy. When you’re discovering new favorites with family and friends, there is happiness at every stop along the trail.

Where to find Beer :

Apocalypse Ale Works – page 4

Beale’s – page 5

Fables & Feathers Winery – page 6

Peaks of Otter Winery – page 10

Where to find Wine:

Apocalypse Cidery & Winery – page 4

Burnbrae Vineyards – page 5

Fables & Feathers Winery – page 6

Hickory Hill Vineyards – page 7

LeoGrande Vineyards and Winery – page 7

Peaks of Otter Winery – page 10

Ramulose Ridge Vineyards – page 11

Seven Doors Winery – page 11

Where to find Cider :

Apocalyspe Cidery & Winery – page 4

Fables & Feathers Winery – page 6

Where to find Mead:

Graham Ordinary Meadery – page 6

Apocalypse Ale Works

Apocalypse Ale Works is the first brewery in Forest, Virginia since Thomas Jefferson brewed in the 1800’s at Poplar Forest. In addition to a brewery, they also have a tasting room, enclosed deck, and big backyard with kids games, disc golf baskets, and tables for all to enjoy! Also outdoor dog-friendly. This brewery sells several variety of beers and hard seltzers, and occasionally, has food trucks and live music! The end of bad beer is here!

1257 Burnbridge Road Forest, VA 24551

EndOfBadBeer.com

Phone: 434-258-8761

Apocalypse Cidery & Winery

Located beside Apocalypse Ale Works Brewery in Forest, this cidery and winery is the perfect spot to hang out and enjoy your favorite beverages! Many different wine and cider options are available. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and occasionally live music! Simply Vanilla Gourmet Cheesecakes, a local bakery, also sells their delicious sweet treats inside to pair with our wine or cider. The outdoor area is dog-friendly.

1219 Burnbridge Road Forest , VA 24551

ApocalypseCideryAndWinery.com

Phone: 434-851-5646

Beale’s

Beale’s features award-winning craft beer and fresh smoked BBQ in downtown Bedford. The draft lineup includes a variety of classic styles, like the Beale’s Gold Helles Lager, alongside an ever-rotating variety of IPAs, sours, ales, and other styles. Don’t sleep on the BBQ – the brisket, pork, chicken, and ribs are freshly smoked daily. Enjoy dining in their renovated warehouse taproom or outdoors in the pet-friendly beer garden.

510 Grove Street

Bedford, VA 24523

BealesBeer.com

Phone: 540-583-5113

Burnbrae Vineyards

This vineyard and tasting room are located in the Forest area of Bedford County, in the perfect rustic setting with the Blue Ridge Mountains close by. Sip on several different unique wines while enjoying the peace and quiet of the country.

3524 Cottontown Road

Forest, VA 24551

BurnbraeVineyards.com

Phone: 757-254-9115

Beer Wine Cider Mead

Fables & Feathers Winery

Small, family-owned and operated winery and brewery. Come enjoy the beautiful views and feel free to bring a picnic! We offer wine, beer and cider, as well as special tastings and events throughout the year. Fables and Feathers is kid and pet friendly, so bring the whole family for a fun day among the vines!

2117 Bruno Drive

Goodview, VA 24095

FablesAndFeathersWinery.com

Phone: 540-420-0916

Graham Ordinary Meadery

This rustic mountain lodge near the Blue Ridge Parkway has a meadery inside with a variety of delicious beverages! Visit the website for hours and more information.

8578 Peaks Road

Bedford, VA 24523

Facebook.com/GrahamOrdinary

Phone: 540-986-5621

Beer Wine Cider Mead

Hickory Hill Vineyards

As the oldest commercial vineyard and winery at Smith Mountain Lake, a visit to Hickory Hill Vineyards is a must. The first vines were planted in 1984 and after years of vineyard experience, they opened the winery in 2001. With that first commercial vintage, Hickory Hill wines began earning medals of excellence in international wine competitions, with over 80 to date.

Our days and hours of operation are seasonal. Please view our website calendar with complete operating hours and events.

1722 Hickory Cove Lane

Moneta, VA 24121

SMLWine.com

Phone: 540-296-1393

LeoGrande Vineyards and Winery

This family owned and operated vineyard and winery is located in Goode, in the heart of Bedford County. Drop by and visit our tasting room and veranda, which offers a spectacular view of the Peaks of Otter and out-of-this-world sunsets over the Blue Ridge Mountains. Wines include many Italian varieties. Enjoy the 400-acre farm with its Black Angus, horses, goats, chickens & pot-bellied pigs. Check Facebook, or call ahead to verify hours.

1343 Wingfield Drive

Goode, VA 24556

Facebook.com/LeoGrandeWinery

Phone: 540-586-4066

Peaks of Otter Winery

“Fruit of the Farms Wine” features Dry Apple, Sweet Apple, Crab Apple, Cherry, Berry, Pear, Peach, Plum, Apple Cinnamon and Apple Chili Pepper wines, plus other new and exciting wines. This winery makes over 30 different wines annually and is open on weekends January through March (noon to 5 pm), and daily April through December (noon to 5pm). The rest of the time by chance or appointment. Taste samples of the fresh fruit that wines, jellies, jams, butters, and sweet ciders are made from. A pavilion offers picnic opportunities and a beautiful view. Take a self-guided farm tour and enjoy visiting with our farm animals!

2122 Sheep Creek Road Bedford, VA 24523

PeaksOfOtterWinery.com Phone: 540-586-3707

Ramulose Ridge Vineyards

Ramulose Ridge Vineyards produces an impressive array of estate bottled wines from our on-site vineyard. With friendly service and a beautiful view, we offer everything from singlevarietal, dry wines, to sweet and fruity handmade sangrias.

3061 Hendricks Store Road

Moneta, VA 24121

RamuloseRidgeVineyards.com

Phone: 540-797-6056

Seven Doors Winery

Winery featuring events to inspire, focusing on mind, body and spirit. Open Saturday and Sunday – Noon to 4:00pm.

5800 Johnson Mountain Road

Huddleston, VA 24104

SevenDoorsWinery.com

Phone: 540-605-8745

Enjoy Your Visit to Bedford

Bedford County is located where the Piedmont Plateau meets the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s located between the cities of Lynchburg and Roanoke, Virginia, yet it retains its authentic rural beauty and charm. It’s a popular vacation destination because of its breathtaking beauty and extraordinary attractions like the Blue Ridge Parkway, National D-Day Memorial, Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest, Smith Mountain Lake and so much more.

As you explore the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail, be sure to take time to enjoy the beauty and hospitality of Bedford. Sample great restaurants and enjoy a stay at a cozy cabin, mountain lodge, hotel, B&B, or lakefront resort or vacation home.

FAQs about exploring the Trail

What is the best time of year to explore the trail?

The trail is accessible in all four seasons. Keep in mind that some of the venues are closed during the winter months. Always check the individual websites or call ahead.

What is the best place to begin the trail and the best route to take?

Visitors can begin their journey at any of the establishments and continue in any direction. It’s possible to limit driving by visiting the venues in one area of the county, or visit only the places that specialize in your favorite beverage.

What are the hours?

Hours of operation will vary for each beverage partner. Check individual websites or call ahead for confirmation.

Are pets welcome?

Some of the establishments, especially those with outdoor seating or decks, welcome pets. Policies will vary. Check each website for details.

What kind of wines are produced at the wineries?

Each winery is unique. Some of the participating vineyards offer award-winning wines. You’ll find cabernets, chardonnays, merlots, sauvignon, rose, riesling, as well as some unique fruit wines.

Is food available at the participating venues?

During special events, some venues have local food trucks on-site. In some cases, outside food is welcome. Please check individual websites or call ahead for policies about food.

As you explore the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail, there are many excellent dining options all across Bedford County. Stop at the Welcome Center for recommendations or visit DestinationBedfordVA.com

How long should be allotted to explore the entire trail?

With so many great places to visit, it’s definitely a multi-day adventure. There is no wrong way to experience the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail. Some people choose to visit multiple locations in a day, while others take their time and savor each place. Traveling the trail is a great way to spend a long weekend or, more likely, multiple weekend visits.

Drink Responsibly – Have a designated driver

Share your Story

Like good beverages, good times should be shared with others. When you visit the businesses along the Bottled in Bedford Craft Beverage Trail, let us know about your experiences and share your photos on social media using hashtag #BottledinBedford.

Be sure to follow the official Bedford County Tourism Office to stay informed of news, events and special offers. Tag Destination Bedford VA and the beverage partners whenever you post.

BottledInBedford

DestinationBedfordVA

@VisitBedfordVA

@DestinationBedfordVA

Apocalypse Ale Works

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@endofbadbeer

@apocalypsealeworks

Apocalypse Cidery & Winery

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@apocalypsecaw

@apocalypsecaw

Beale’s

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@beales_beer

Burnbrae Vineyards

BurnbraeVineyards

@burnbraevineyards

Fables & Feathers Winery

FFWinery

@fablesandfeathers

Graham Ordinary Meadery

grahamordinary

@graham.ordinary

Hickory Hill Vineyards

HickoryHillWine

@hickoryhillwine

@hickoryhillwine

LeoGrande Vineyards and Winery

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Peaks of Otter Winery

PeaksofOtterWinery

@peaksofotterwinery

Ramulose Ridge Vineyards

ramuloseridge

@RamuloseRidge

@ramuloseridge

Seven Doors Winery

SevenDoorsWinery

@7DoorsWinery

@SevenDoorsWinery

Beverage Partners