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The culinary story of Loudoun includes a thriving wine industry and foods as diverse as the land that grows them.

This publication will guide you along a journey of Loudoun’s food and wine experiences.

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e have grouped Loudoun’s 30 wineries and tasting rooms into five driving “clusters.”

Each drive is an experience in itself, along

winding roads and up mountainsides, past horse farms and historic estates, and beside miles of stacked stone fences. We suggest you enhance your visit by spending the night and split each trip into two or more days. Details on accommodations can be found on our website, VisitLoudoun.org.

When you arrive at a winery, let this guide share with you part of its story. Learn about the owners and winemakers, the history of the land and its structures, and what makes each winery in Loudoun unique.

Sample the wines and make your own personal notes because, after all, wine tasting is as personal as winemaking. While you’re breathing in the aroma of years of winemaking experience, stop to admire each winery’s breathtaking backdrop, many with vineyards set against beautiful rolling hills, painted by the colors of the seasons.

When your journey winds down, let this guide direct you to the perfect culinary ending to your tour of DC’s Wine Country®- a dinner at one of Loudoun’s Destination Restaurants. In a nomination and juried process, Loudoun’s Destination Restaurants were selected based on the unique, authentic, and cultural experience they provide, the quality of their product, the use of locally grown ingredients, and their “local

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favorite” appeal. Each cluster begins or ends near one of our nine Destination Restaurants. For a description of the Destination Restaurant program and selection criteria, visit our website.

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Of course, many more culinary experiences are highlighted throughout this publication, so pick and choose your favorite tastes of Loudoun along your journey.

Five cluster experiences…for five (or more) days, or five trips. A journey for every season, occasion, and reason. Come and share a taste of Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®, again and again. u

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Table of contents L oudoun , V irginia : DC’ s W ine C ountry ® Explore Loudoun’s wineries along these five scenic clusters and experience the county’s distinctive flavor with a visit to one of our nine destination restaurants.

The Clusters

Y4 The Loudoun Heights Cluster

Y50 The Harmony Cluster

6 Doukénie Winery

52 Willowcroft Farm Vineyards

7 Hillsborough Vineyards 8 Breaux Vineyards 9 Notaviva Vineyards 10 North Gate Vineyard 11 Bluemont Vineyard 15 Bogatit Bodega* 15 29 Vines*

53 Zephaniah Farm Vineyard 55 Casanel Vineyards 56 Dry Mill Vineyards & Winery

Y16 The Waterford Cluster 18 Hunters Run Wine Barn 19 8 Chains North 20 Loudoun Valley Vineyards

21 Sunset Hills Vineyard 23 Crushed Cellars 24 Catoctin Creek Winery 25 Hiddencroft Vineyards 26 Corcoran Vineyards 27 Village Winery and Vineyards

Y32 The Potomac Cluster 34 Fabbioli Cellars

35 Lost Creek Vineyards and Winery 36 Hidden Brook Winery 36 Tarara Winery

Y40 The Mosby Cluster 42 Quattro Goomba’s Winery 43 Chrysalis Vineyards 44 Swedenburg Estate Vineyard 46 The Boxwood Winery 48 The Tasting Room* 49 Barrel Oak Winery Middleburg*

Destination Restaurants 60 Lightfoot Restaurant

63 Goodstone Inn & Estate 66 Tuscarora Mill Restaurant 69 Magnolias at the Mill 72 The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm 75 the Wine Kitchen 78 The Red Fox Inn

81 Grandale Farm Restaurant 84 Market Salamander

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87 Breweries & Distilleries

89 20 Local Dining Favorites 91 Wine Tasting in Three Easy Steps 92 Wine Tasting Lingo 93 Loudoun’s Popular Varieties 94 Listings

• Guided Winery Tours • Wine Shops • Wine Bars

• Afternoon Tea • Cooking Classes • Farms & Farmers Markets

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The wineries in this cluster surround Hillsboro, one of the smallest and most historic towns in Virginia. It has approximately 100 residents and its youngest structures date to the late 1880s. Located in the upper Northwest

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part of Loudoun, Hillsboro is appropriately named for its hills, and the wineries in this cluster have some of the most stunning scenery in the county. One of the cluster’s wineries, Bluemont Vineyard, boasts perhaps the most breathtaking view in the county at 1

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an elevation of nearly 1,000 feet.

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Start your journey through this cluster at a place that began with a little girl and her wish to have the American dream.

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Doukénie Winery

Doukénie is named for the grandmother of owner George Bazaco, who immigrated to America at 15 years of age.

The name means “duchess” in Greek.

Doukénie Winery. At the Port of Piraeus, Greece, a young girl began a journey that would carry her for weeks across the globe, and to her new life. The year was 1919, and Doukénie Bacos turned 15 years old on that ship. She disembarked at Ellis Island carrying her mandolin and a dream of a better life. Today, each bottle of Doukénie wine bears a mandolin emblem as a symbol of pride and quality.

Doukénie Winery is nestled on 500 acres at the base of Short Hill Mountain. Here, Doukénie’s dream is carried on by her daughter, Hope Bazaco, and her grandson and his wife, George and Nicki Bazaco. They planted the first vineyard in 1985. The early harvests were sold to other wineries, and in 1995, the winery began producing its own wine. Today, there are 15 acres under vine.

Sebastién Marquet, Doukénie’s vineyard manager and

Hillsboro was the birthplace of Susan Koehner Wright, the mother of those two famous pioneers of flight, brothers Orville and Wilbur.

You can explore more about the Wrights’ legacy at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center near Dulles Airport, or just allow your imagination to take flight as your mind’s eye pictures old biplanes soaring over the nearby hills.

winemaker, takes special interest in the terrior (the affect of the soil conditions on the grapes) in order to produce exemplary wines. He has more than two decades of international winemaking experience in France, Martinique, and California.

The focal point of the property is a large red barn which houses the barrels and tasting room. Sample some of Doukénie’s award-winning wines, then pair a glass or bottle with one of the gourmet cheese selections. When the weather is nice, relax on the covered porch

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overlooking the farm or at a picnic table near the scenic and tranquil pond.

The winery hosts several events throughout the year, including art classes taught by Doukénie’s resident artist, and its two long-standing festivals, Taste of Greece in May and Taste of Italy in September.

From Doukénie, head through the town of Hillsboro to Hillsborough Vineyards and meet another man that immigrated to America in search of the American dream.

Hillsborough Vineyards. Bora and Zeynep Baki own Hillsborough Vineyards along with their two sons, Kerem and Tolga. Bora emigrated from Western Turkey in 1979, packing a dream, a good work ethic, and a lot of enthusiasm. Less than 25 years after his arrival in the United States, he was able to sell the successful business enterprises he had built and move to scenic Loudoun.

But idle time was not Bora’s style, and in 2002 he plunged into winemaking. He planted his first vines that

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year and now tends to 11 acres.

Winemaker Kerem Baki is the youngest of the Baki family, and received his masters degree of enology from Virginia Tech. He handcrafts a small number of distinctive wines in the French style.

Hillsborough Vineyards

Hillsborough Vineyards always garners rave reviews for its historic setting and magnificent views.

The estate has a long history. In the latter part of the 18th century, it was owned by George William Fairfax, a childhood friend of George Washington. The original house dates to the 1820s. The Baki family completely renovated the house as well as an 1840s barn, which now serves as the vineyard’s tasting room. Thanks to the barn’s old stonework, the tasting room is a cool retreat in summer’s dog days. It is decorated with original works by local artisans that are also for sale. On most weekends, Bora, sporting his trademark ponytail and occasional pipe, can be found charming visitors in the tasting room.

From the terrace seating outside, visitors experience the breathtaking wonders of nature. Hillsborough’s luxuriant gardens are filled with an array of lush plants and fragrant flowers, dramatically framed by the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains. In the summer the entire garden puts on a dazzling show: morning glories twine up pretty trellises and the trickling koi pond provides a soundtrack as soothing as the scenery.

From Hillsborough, take a short drive to the county’s largest winery operation, Breaux Vineyards.

Hillsboro is the second smallest town in Virginia in terms of size, and fourth smallest in population.

Shop for unique items at the custom jewelers, pick up necessities at the general store, and browse the fresh produce at the Stoneybrook Organic Farm and Market during the growing seasons.

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Breaux Vineyards is one of Virginia’s largest producers.

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Breaux Vineyards. Breaux Vineyards is described as a tranquil “Mediterranean-meets-Napa” style estate.

Proceed up the meandering driveway past manicured lawns that give way to sweeping views of vineyards and through the stately wrought-iron gate. You’ll quickly feel the day’s tension blow away with the breeze from the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains.

The Breaux venture began as a hobby, when owner Paul Breaux began experimenting with winemaking using the three acres of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes that were planted on the 404-acre estate when the Breauxs purchased it. Inspired by how well the wines were received by friends and family, Paul decided to go professional. He invested in state-of-the-art equipment, and opened the doors to Breaux Vineyards in 1997.

Breaux has since grown to become one of Virginia’s largest wineries with over 100 acres planted with 18 varietals. It has placed an emphasis on Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Several unique varieties also are grown and made into top flight wines such as Nebbiolo, Syrah, and Viognier.

Today, Paul’s daughter Jennifer, and her husband Chris, run the estate. An elegant stone fireplace is the focal point of the large tasting room, which in addition to their wines, is stocked with unique gifts and gourmet goodies.

From its spacious bar, wine educators serve tastings of their wines.

The Appalachian Trail is a world-famous 2,174-mile National Scenic Trail that follows Loudoun’s western edge. It is used by day, weekend, section, and thru-hikers.

Breaux hosts many events throughout the year, including the Cajun Festival in June and the Key West Fest in July.

From Breaux, take a short jaunt to the next winery, Notaviva Vineyards, which you may recognize if you’ve ever watched the show “Dream House.”

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Notaviva Vineyards. Stephen and Shannon Mackey share a passion for music and have equally ambitious spirits. They conceived the idea of owning a winery to pair wine with music in 2002, and when they married in 2004, their non-traditional wedding registry included grape vines. Today the Mackeys have six acres in cultivation, and are handcrafting wines from Viognier, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes.

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The construction of Notaviva Vineyards is featured on DIY Networks’ “Dream House.”

The winery’s name combines the Italian nota meaning “music note,” and viva meaning “with life,” and their wines are named using musical terminology, such as the award-winning “Cantabile” Cabernet Franc. Each wine is paired with a genre of music, such as the barrelfermented “Ottantotto” Viognier, which is best served with new age solo piano music.

Notaviva Vineyards is arguably Loudoun County’s most technologically advanced tasting facility. The magnificent 4,500-square-foot state-of-the-art timber-frame building was designed to be a tasting room as well as a venue for live music performances, which they offer most weekends throughout the year.

The facility also serves as the couple’s home, and is regularly featured on the Do-It-Yourself (DIY) television network show “Dream House” where you can watch it being built from the ground up.

Priding themselves on the enthusiasm of their friendly staff, the welcoming atmosphere of their tasting room, and the creativity of their special events, the Mackeys endeavor to deliver all that is wonderful about wine and music.

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The Old Furniture Factory in Round Hill hosts bi-monthly jam sessions with local musicians. Stop by to listen to generations of musicians perform Celtic, Bluegrass, and “old-time” jams, or bring your instrument and join the session.

From Notaviva, return to Hillsboro and head south to North Gate Vineyard, Loudoun’s first LEED certified winery.

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North Gate Vineyard. North Gate Vineyard is situated on 26 acres just outside the town of Hillsboro,

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North Gate Vineyard is the first winery in Loudoun to be built to become LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified.

nestled against the eastern base of the Short Hill Mountains and surrounded by a grove of white pines.

When owners Mark and Vicki Fedor moved to the property 15 years ago they found some grapevines in disrepair and brought them back to life. The process was both successful and enjoyable, and they decided to plant more vines. Over the next several years while their vineyard expanded, so did their knowledge on vineyard management and winemaking. From 2003 to 2006 they were the winemakers for Corcoran Vineyards, and in 2007 they started making wine in their garage under the North Gate Vineyard label, and began designing a winery and tasting room.

The English Tudor style winery, which opened in the spring of 2011, was meticulously constructed to LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver specifications. The first thing you may notice is the solar paneled roof. The slate tiles and river stones in the entryway are locally sourced, as are the stones that make up the fireplace and chimney that stretches high into the vaulted ceiling. From bamboo flooring to the recycled stainless steel counters behind the bar –

Round Hill was named for the 910-foot high round hill situated two miles to the southwest of town, which was used by both Union and Confederate troops as a signal post during the Civil War.

everything was taken into consideration to make this facility as energy efficient and to have as little of an environmental impact as possible.

North Gate currently produces 2,500 cases of wine annually. Their wines are all varietal wines from vinifera grapes with the exception of their apple wine (their

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first wine) which is made completely from apples. What grapes North Gate doesn’t grow are sourced locally.

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After years of being heavily involved and receiving so much support from the Loudoun grape growing and

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winemaking community, the Fedors want to continue that tradition by sourcing only Loudoun fruit. Plus, as Vicki notes, “We like Loudoun County fruit because it’s

Local Favorites Hill High Country Store p 89 Savoir Fare Restaurant p 90

so much better.”

From North Gate Vineyard, continue south along Loudoun’s westernmost scenic byway to Bluemont Vineyard, which you can argue offers the county’s most impressive view.

Bluemont Vineyard. Bluemont Vineyard is an extension of the Zurschmeide family’s 200-acre Great Country Farms, a popular family attraction and CSA (community supported agriculture) farm outside the

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Bluemont Vineyard sits at 951 feet above sea level and offers stunning views all the way to Washington, DC.

village of Bluemont. The family purchased the hillside property across the street from their farm in 2003 with a dream that they would one day build a winery, and planted a half acre of Norton grapes. The stars aligned in 2006, when Mark Zurschmeide’s college friend and former business partner, Bob Rupy, was looking for a new entrepreneurial challenge. The two became business partners once again, recruited their brothers Bruce Zurschmeide and Kevin Rupy, garnered the support and help of their families, and opened Bluemont Vineyard in the fall of 2007, with Bob as their winemaker.

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The winery and tasting room sits high on an eastern

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slope of the Blue Ridge Mountains at 951 feet, just above the vineyard. The tasting room’s glass doors, stone observation deck, and large patio offer visitors spectacular views of the countryside and beyond.

On a clear day you can see the top half of the Washington Monument in Washington, D.C., nearly 50 miles away.

The word elevation not only describes the location of the winery, but also the goal of the owners, to elevate your spirits through their wine, food, and hospitality.

Inside, tables are set up on two levels where you can enjoy Bluemont’s wines complemented with gourmet meats, cheeses, dips, oils, and warm baguettes, as well as Across the street from Bluemont Vineyards, Great Country Farms offers fun for the entire family. Pick your own fruits and vegetables, jump on the 2,800 sq. foot Jumping Pillow, slide down the 60’ tunnel slides, feed the friendly farm animals, take a cow train ride, play the giant chess set, and much more!

fruit and cheese plates. The winery’s gift shop, Lore, stocks local handmade products, garden statuary, furniture, holiday décor, home accents, and antiques.

And for a truly memorable experience, live music is offered on weekends.

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14727 Mountain Rd Purcellville, VA 20132 540.668.6464 | doukeniewinery.com

13274 Sagle Rd, Purcellville, VA 20132 540.668.6756 | NotavivaVineyards.com Owners: Stephen and Shannon Mackey Winemaker: Stephen Mackey

Owners: George, Nicki, and Hope Bazaco Winemaker: Sebastién Marquet

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16031 Hillsboro Road Purcellville, VA 20132 540.668.6248 | northgatevineyard.com

36716 Charles Town Pk Purcellville, VA 20132 540.668.6216 | hillsboroughwine.com

Owners/Winemakers: Mark and Vicki Fedor

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Bogati Bodega. The Bogaty family has a

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long tradition of winemaking, both abroad and here in Virginia. They hail from the Italian Alps where their family still owns and operates a small vineyard. In 2000, they opened a winery just across the Blue Ridge Mountains from Loudoun. Today, three generations of the Bogatys carry on the tradition of excellence in winemaking here in DC’s Wine Country®. Their Argentinianinspired wines are made by Justin Bogaty, who graduated from the University of California Davis in 2007 with a certificate in eonology, and holds a degree from the Court of Master Sommeliers. His winemaking style focuses on quality in the vineyard.

The tasting room décor as with the wines is similarly Argentinian-inspired.

Purcellville, the town’s former movie theater building is now the home of Loudoun’s newest tasting room. 29 Vines is the first and only winery in the Town of Purcellville and the tasting room showcases the wines of owners Mary Beth and Matt Barbagallo.

29 Vines is more than a tasting room. The Barbagallos also focus on wine education.

Featured topics includes the differences in grape varietals, environmental effects on wine, and the fundamentals of wine tasting.

A 29 Vines tasting typically includes seven wines – at least three from 29 Vines, including Bordeaux blends and a reserve Chardonnay, as well as a rotating selection of wines from other Virginia producers. The tasting room is an eclectic mix of modern and vintage items from bygone businesses and features a small Internet café as well as booth and sofa seating for guests to enjoy the wine and food.

Hill High Orchards Complex 35246 Harry Bryd Hwy Round Hill, VA 20142 540.338.1144 | bogatibodega.com Owners: Jim and Della Bogaty Winemaker: Justin Bogaty

105 E Main St. Purcellville, VA 20132 540.579.4467 | 29vines.com Owners: Mary Beth and Matt Barbagallo Winemaker: Matt Barbagallo

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The wineries in this cluster lie just outside the historic village of Waterford, which was founded by Quakers in 1733.

Today the village is a National Historic Landmark, the highest honorary designation bestowed by the US Department of the Interior, because of the residents who have diligently toiled to preserve not only the settlement’s historic structures, but the surrounding open land as well. It is well worth a stroll through the narrow streets to see this unique place that is untouched by modern living. The scenic back roads that surround Waterford make for a relaxing drive as you go from winery to winery.

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Begin your exploration of the Waterford Cluster at Hunters Run Wine Barn, an Irish and equestrian themed winery.

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Hunters Run is Loudoun’s first and only Irish owned and operated winery.

Hunters Run Wine Barn. Once a satellite tasting room for Corcoran Vineyards, Hunters Run Wine Tasting Barn recently became its own winery. “Sláinte agus Táinte,” meaning “health and good wealth,” is the winery’s motto, and owner Geri Nolan wants every guest to Hunters Run to have a friendly Irish experience.

Geri was born and raised in a farming and equine community in Ireland. Eighteen years ago she came to the United States to visit her sister and never left.

When people ask her what an Irish woman knows about making wine, Geri says, “If we can grow potatoes, we can grow grapes.” But she isn’t blindly diving into winemaking. Randy Phillips, the winemaker at Cave Ridge Winery in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, is making Hunters Run’s wines while teaching Geri the craft. The first wines to be bottled under Hunters Run’s label will be Chambourcin and Viognier. The Nolans have two acres of vineyards in the Shenandoah Valley, and Hunters Run will be starting with a small production of approximately 300 cases per year. Until it has a full line

Include a stop at the B’z BBQ Company at Paeonian Grocery & Gourmet in the hamlet of Paeonian Springs to pick up unique picnic items such as pulled pork barbeque, gourmet potato chips, and old fashioned soda pop.

of wines, the winery will feature wines from Cave Ridge Winery.

Geri’s Irish heritage and equestrian background are evident when you step through the doors of the tasting room. The converted barn is eclectically decorated with a variety of equestrian gear including saddles, spurs, and

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riding crops, interspersed with shamrocks and signs bearing Irish phrases. The winery offers cozy spots to enjoy the wines, including beside the indoor fireplace and outside in a large fenced-in lawn with a fire pit.

Geri wants the atmosphere at Hunters Run to be friendly and easy-going, “like an old pub back home in Ireland.” There’s even a flat screen television in the corner, showing popular sporting events and videos of Ireland. Geri and her sister Anne are usually behind the tasting bar serving wine and greeting guests. The winery features live music every Saturday.

From Hunters Run, continue down Route 9 to another new Loudoun winery, 8 Chains North.

8 Chains North. Ben Renshaw began his career in the Virginia wine industry in 1998, managing the winery at Tarara. In 2005 he established a vineyard management company and in 2007 began his 8 Chains North label at Fabbioli Cellars. The name 8 Chains North refers to the site where his first vineyard is

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refers to the location of the winery’s first vineyard, 1.8 chains (with a chain equaling 66 feet) upriver of Col. Elijah White’s farm on the Potomac River, just north of Leesburg.

planted, four acres on his sister’s farm, and home to historic White’s Ford, an important river crossing during the Civil War. The Ford is located approximately 1.8 chains (a chain equal to 66 feet) upriver from Lt. Col. Elijah White’s farm on the Potomac.

In the spring of 2010, Ben opened 8 Chains North’s winery and tasting room in a renovated barn. The long, rustic barn sits on 14 acres, with 2 acres under Sauvignon Blanc vines and an additional 4 acres selected for future planting of Albariño and Viognier.

The tasting room is open, airy, and eclectically decorated

Otium Cellars Ben Renshaw, owner and winemaker of 8 Chains North, is also making wines for Otium Cellars, a boutique winery located just outside of Purcellville. While Otium’s owner plans to eventually open a tasting room to the public, you can currently taste and purchase their wines at 8 Chains North. For more information, visit OtiumCellars.com.

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in such a way that you feel as though you’re entering the home of a well-travelled friend. The floors are covered in well-padded oriental rugs with additional rugs and tapestries adorning the walls. Three long bars, each on wheels, create a Z-shaped tasting counter, and the wines

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are stored behind the counter in a vintage refrigerator.

Like several winemakers in Loudoun and throughout Virginia, Ben learned much of what he knows about winemaking from Doug Fabbioli. Ben follows Doug’s philosophy of Old World style winemaking, blending most of his wines to highlight the best qualities of the varietals. His current offerings include his Lo.Co. Vino, Just north on Rt 287 from the Waterford Cluster is the Town of Lovettsville which enthusiastically recognizes its German heritage with annual Oktoberfest festivities.

a 50-50 blend of Traminette and Vidal Blanc, as well as a Sauvignon Blanc done in Fumé Blanc style, a Merlot blended with a bit of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot, and Furnace Mountain Red, a blend of all five Bordeaux varietals, which is also available in a longer aged reserve wine.

From 8 Chains North take a quick trip across Route 9 to Loudoun’s second oldest winery, Loudoun Valley Vineyards.

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Winemaker Bree Ann Moore is one of a growing number of women making wine in Virginia.

Loudoun Valley Vineyards. Loudoun Valley Vineyards was originally founded in 1986 by Hubert and Dolores Tucker. In 2008, the twenty-acre estate winery was purchased by Bree Ann and Cameron Moore. For them, it was a dream come true.

Bree Ann is no stranger to the wine industry. She grew up in Sonoma County, California visiting wineries with her family, and learned that wine is an art, made from the fruit of the land, in the hands of the

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winemaker. She later graduated from the prestigious University of California Davis and garnered seven years of winemaking experience in Napa and Virginia before purchasing Loudoun Valley Vineyards. The Moores came

to the East Coast in 2002, drawn to Virginia’s culture, history, and weather, and decided to make it their home.

The vineyard currently has four acres of various

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vinifera varietals. Over the next couple of years an additional five acres will be planted with varietals such

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as Petite Verdot and Viognier. Bree handcrafts her award-winning wines and enjoys evolving her winemaking style to best highlight the results of each year’s growing conditions.

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Inspiring panoramic views of the vineyard’s gentle slopes, set against a backdrop of the Blue Ridge and Catoctin Mountains, can be enjoyed from the wrap-around deck and glass-walled tasting room. The atmosphere is inviting, the wines are notable, and the live music (offered on most weekends) is invigorating.

They offer picnic fare to complement their wines, and from November through March host Soup Saturdays, when a warm bowl of soup, a glass of wine, and a seat by one of the fireplaces will keep you warm.

After visiting Loudoun Valley Vineyards, take in all that is historic, romantic, and pastoral at Sunset Hills Vineyard.

Sunset Hills Vineyard. Positioned in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills Vineyard

As its name promises, Sunset Hills Vineyard offers stunning sunset views.

Vineyard sits on 45 acres just north of Purcellville, where the formidable husband and wife team of Mike Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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1 Amish carppenters from Pennsylvania meticulously restored the 140-year-old barn that is now Sunset Hills Vineyard’s tasting room and winery.

and Diane Canney have paid homage to Loudoun’s agricultural history.

Mike Canney, a technology entrepreneur, and his wife Diane, who worked in the intelligence field, conceived the idea of Sunset Hills Vineyard in the early 1990s. In 1997, after spending several years researching locations,

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they purchased the historic 1737 farm which was originally part of a land grant by Lord Fairfax. They planted the first vines in 1999, making sure to incorporate biodiversity and sustainability into their farming and positioning their vines with just the right elevation and sun exposure. For nearly a decade they sold their harvest to local wineries. In 2005, after selling the technology firm they founded, they left the boardroom for the tasting room, with the goal of producing some of the finest wine in the state.

They hired a family of six Amish brothers to restore the 8,000 square foot 140-year-old barn, springhouse, Every year on the first full weekend in October the village of Waterford puts out the welcome mat for visitors from across the country for its three-day Waterford

and other farm buildings. Each original floor plank, post, and ceiling beam was revitalized, adding modern amenities such as energy efficient radiant floor heating.

Homes Tour and Crafts Exhibit, or “Waterford Fair.” This event

The warm and elegant tasting room features a stunning

draws thousands to enjoy tours of private historic residences, the demonstration and sale of juried crafts by traditional artisans, military reenactments, the exhibition and sale of fine art and photography, and educational exhibits and activities for the entire family. The event takes visitors back in time to the village’s early years when it prospered as a mill town and endured Civil War conflict.

It’s an event not to be missed.

period antiques, art gallery, and retail items. The

35 foot “cathedral like” beamed ceiling, 1800s décor, centerpiece is an Amish-built massive solid mahogany tasting room bar with carved grape corbels. The lower level of the barn features a private dining room as well as the barrel and tank rooms where the 60,000 bottle annual production is made and carefully aged. Two large decks provide panoramic views overlooking vineyards and a picturesque pond, beckoning you to stay for the stunning sunset views over the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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The Canneys grow and produce Chardonnay, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and

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Petit Verdot.

From Sunset Hills Vineyard head west along Route 9 to another newcomer to the Loudoun wine scene, Crushed Cellars.

Crushed Cellars. Crushed Cellars is a small, family run winery. Owner and winemaker Bob Kalok has been making wine for more than 12 years says, “I always knew I wanted to do this.” When you taste his wines, you’ll see he’s learned the craft well. Bob produces 1,000 cases

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Pick up some farm fresh eggs while visiting Crushed Cellars.

The children of the family care for the chickens and sell the eggs to visitors.

per year, and Crushed Cellars’ current offerings include a crisp Seyval, a nicely balanced and refreshing Vidal Blanc, and a fruit forward Cabernet Sauvignon.

Crushed Cellars’ tasting room features high ceilings and natural light from the windows and French doors leading outside. The cozy tasting bar is custom made with an oak finished top set on a couple of wine barrels.

Glass shelves hang suspended on wires from the ceiling behind the bar with the Crushed Cellars logo painted in the background.

Crushed Cellars is designed to be intimate, relaxed, and family friendly, and the focus is on the customer experience. Bob asks questions as he goes through the wine tasting, wanting to know your opinion on the cheese he sells or the latest products or wines he’s experimenting with. And with two kids of his own, he knows how to cater to the younger crowd as well, and takes care of them with cheeses or snacks to their liking.

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barrel tables on the patio overlooking the vines, some with game boards painted on them. As part of the winery and educational experience, Bob encourages guests to walk through the vines, which includes a variety of grapes to help visitors learn the differences between a 24

Syrah, Gewürztraminer, and a Pinot Noir, for example, and how well they grow in this region or during that year’s season. No need to hop on a hay wagon or trek through fields to get to the vineyard – just step off the patio and have a look.

The next winery in the Waterford Cluster is a micro winery open by appointment only, Catoctin Creek Winery. catoctin creek winery

Catoctin Creek Winery is a micro winery that is only open by appointment.

Catoctin Creek Winery. Catoctin Creek Winery is a micro winery operated out of owner and winemaker Jim Hanna’s home. The winery is open by appointment only, and tastings are offered by Jim at the three-seat tasting bar.

Jim Hanna retired and moved to Loudoun from Bethesda, Maryland six years ago. He immediately took an interest in Loudoun’s ecology and heritage, and became an accomplished photographer, capturing images of Western Loudoun’s stunning scenery. Several of Jim’s images are used in this publication and on VisitLoudoun.org, and can also be seen in his tasting room and studio.

With six acres of land on his property, Jim also decided to dabble in winemaking. He planted Viognier on his property, but quickly decided to concentrate on winemaking and leave the grape growing to the experts.

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Today, he buys fruit from Loudoun vineyards and consults

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with Doug Fabbioli for his winemaking expertise.

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Catoctin Creek Winery’s small tasting room features an intimate tasting bar, a large table and wine storage. The

barrel room is right off of the tasting room and houses 12 barrels for aging his red wines and two stainless steel tanks for his white wines. Catoctin Creek produces crisp, light white wines and both lighter and heavier bodied reds. His 2009 vintage is made up of varietal wines including Vidal Blanc, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

As with his photography, Jim seeks to portray Loudoun’s exquisite environment through his wines, and his passion and commitment to quality is evident.

Due to the winery’s size and location, it is not accessible to the public without preplanning, but Jim intends to be a visible part of the Loudoun winery community.

Expect to see his wines online, and at local farmers markets, retails shops including the Leesburg Vintner, restaurants, and B&Bs. Continue your exploration of the Waterford Cluster with a visit to Loudoun’s (and for that matter, Virginia’s) northernmost winery, Hiddencroft Vineyards.

Hiddencroft Vineyards. Clyde and Terry Housel are the husband and wife team that has again proven that Loudoun is a leader in the Virginia winery explosion.

Like many before him, Clyde began his winemaking venture as a home-wine hobbyist, in 1993. In 2001 he decided to grow grapes to sell to local wineries, and in

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Sixteen secluded acres of Loudoun wine country surrounded by flower gardens and orchards, tucked in the valley of the Short Hill Mountains.

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committed to showcasing the best of what is local, and have cultivated six acres of grape varietals that excel in Virginia’s climate and soil.

True to its name, Hiddencroft is tucked discreetly inside the valley of the Short Hill Mountains. The barrel room and tasting room are housed together in one building. Its walls appear to be made of mahogany wood paneling, but are actually made of concrete, an illusion that gives a more formal, Old World feeling while also insulating and holding moisture. There are 75 French and American oak barrels as well as wine-fermenting tanks that are visible from the tasting area, which features a handsome chandelier and matching wall sconces that create just the right ambiance. Outside, the beautiful stone front porch gives way to scenic views of vineyard, orchards, and garden, which features a fountain and gazebo.

Clyde handcrafts small quantities of award-winning

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Chambourcin, as well as a lush Cabernet Franc. In addition, he has a passion for crafting fine fruit wines,

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including blueberry, raspberry Chambourcin, and cherry.

Hiddencroft offers a friendly and memorable tasting experience where you can sample their wines, chat with the winemaker/owners, learn about wine production, snack on light fare or bring your own picnic, and relax in the tranquil setting.

From Hiddencroft, head to Corcoran Vineyards. Though modest in appearance, it is a gem of Loudoun viticulture.

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Corcoran Vineyards’ tasting room is situated in a historic 1750s log cabin.

Corcoran Vineyards. Owners Lori and Jim Corcoran have an entrepreneurial spirit, and like many before them, they moved to Loudoun for the quality of life it promised their family. They bought 120 acres with Jim’s siblings and established a farm with cattle, sheep, goats, and chickens, and Lori planted a large garden.

In 2001, they found themselves amidst a booming wine region and decided to plant grapes. Lori took winemaking classes and Jim transferred his research and development expertise from the high tech industry to winery operations. And as they say, the rest is history.

Today, Lori is an award-winning winemaker, but she believes the wine is truly made in the vineyard, which is Jim’s domain. Corcoran Vineyards is intentionally a boutique facility, producing 2,000 cases each year, which allows them to have control over all aspects of the process.

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The Corcorans are engaging conversationalists and

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invite you into their quaint 1750s restored log cabin tasting room as if they’re welcoming you into their

family room. If you are new to wine tasting, time your visit to participate in one of their sensory classes to learn how to decipher what you smell and taste in a wine. And if Mary Watson-DeLauder is there when you visit, you’re in for a double treat. She is a decorated sommelier and is known for her wine and herb pairings where visitors nibble on various herbs to bring out the layers of flavors in a wine. Corcoran offers these unique experiences in the Aroma Garden during the summer months.

Outside the tasting room, guests enjoy Corcoran wine at the picnic area overlooking the tranquil

While visiting Corcoran Vineyards, stroll across the property to check out owners Lori and Jim Corcoran’s newest venture,

Corcoran Brewing Company.

tree-lined pond. If there are any beer lovers in your group, stroll across the property to Corcoran’s newest venture, Corcoran Brewing. For details on the brewery, see page 87.

From Corcoran Vineyards, drive through the National Historic Landmark Village of Waterford to Village Winery and Vineyards, known for their line of elderberry wines and products.

Village Winery and Vineyards. For truly handmade wines, visit Village Winery and Vineyards, located in the historic village of Waterford. Owner Kent

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Elderberry wine is a specialty at Village Winery and Vineyards.

Marrs does all the winemaking himself, crafting each wine entirely by hand to preserve the true character and flavor of the variety.

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Elderberries have 17 times more flavonoids than raspberries and strawberries, making them a very healthful food.

Kent grew up on a dairy farm in Kansas, but his interest was in growing fruit, and he planted an apple orchard on his family’s land at an early age. After moving to Virginia, he wanted to return to agriculture, and spent a decade researching and visiting other wineries in the state before embarking on his own venture. He and his wife Karen purchased the property, which is part of the historic landmark village, in 2001. The winery’s rustic and casual tasting room is located in a restored building adjacent to the bank barn. The original bank barn on the site was burned during the Civil War and rebuilt over the smaller, original stone foundation.

Kent planted two acres of vineyards on the property and an additional eight acres nearby. His winemaking philosophy values quality over volume, so he reduces the grape crop by hand before it is fully ripe to intensify the flavors. His wines are all aged in French oak barrels.

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The name for Tarara Winery was inspired by the property, which was likened by a child to Mt. Ararat, the final resting spot of Noah's Ark. Tarara is Ararat spelled backwards.

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To explore the Potomac Cluster, take historic Route 15 north from the county seat of Leesburg.

This road is a scenic two-lane highway, lined with farms and houses, rolling fields, and mountain views. It was once an American Indian trail, known as the Great Warrior’s Path, and was favored by the Algonquin and Iroquois because of its springs and milder weather east of the mountains. It was also a main thoroughfare and trading route during Colonial times, and was named the Carolina Road for an Indian trading post on its southern end on the Virginia-Carolina border. Today it is named the James Monroe Highway, after the nation’s fifth president, who lived on Route 15 just south of Leesburg. The wineries in this cluster are tucked into the fertile land between Route 15 and the Potomac River, the Northeastern section of Loudoun.

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Your first stop on this wine cluster experience is Fabbioli Cellars. Turn off the paved road and find yourself on a peaceful tree-lined gravel drive, winding around bends and over babbling streams.

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Winemaker Doug Fabbioli is well known for his popular Raspberry Merlot, a great dessert wine paired with dark chocolate.

Fabbioli Cellars. Winemaker and wine innovator Doug Fabbioli has been focusing on creating quality wines since the early 1980s. In 1997, after spending 10 years working in Sonoma Valley, he brought his family and his modern winemaking methods to Loudoun, and became the winemaker for Tarara and Doukénie wineries. In 2001, he and wife Colleen Berg purchased 25 acres of land just north of Leesburg, planted grapes, and began construction of their home and cellar winery.

Today he has seven acres of grapes planted.

Doug has built a reputation for himself by using sound business and sustainable agricultural practices. He creates a balance between his art and use of the land by using a geothermal climate control system in the winery, treating the soil with all-organic fertilizer, planting trees for soil conservation, and implementing a “return and

On your way to Fabbioli, you will pass Temple Hall Farm Regional Park, a 286-acre working farm which offers interpretive tours and fall activities, including a corn MAiZE.

reuse” bottle program. He has even started re-using his French oak wine barrels, crafting them into stunning wine racks that he sells in his tasting room. He has served as a consultant to many wineries, and is an industry collaborator and leader.

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Doug’s passion for the science and art of winemaking combined with his easy-going personality make even those new to wine tasting feel comfortable. The atmosphere in the cellar is also casual and eclectic. The

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tasting bars are wooden table tops held up by wine barrels, with both rustic wooden chairs and modern red vinyl stools. The lighting creates a festive mood and

includes large paper lanterns and stringed party lights.

And offering further proof that he doesn’t take himself too seriously, Doug proudly displays two large Star Wars Lego ships in the tasting room, as well as a model train table, which hangs upside down from the ceiling.

After your educational and relaxing time at Fabbioli, continue along the scenic gravel road which opens up to views of a rolling landscape dotted with homes and farms.

Shortly after the very large alpaca farm on the right, you’ll find Lost Creek.

Lost Creek Vineyards and Winery. Bob and Carol Hauck carved Lost Creek Vineyards and Winery out of 52 picturesque acres north of Leesburg to fulfill a lifelong passion. Bob discovered his love for winemaking at an early age, while assisting home winemakers in his

Lost Creek Vineyards and Winery Bob and Carol Hauck are the parents of Eric Hauck, owner of neighboring Hidden Brook Winery.

largely Italian neighborhood in New York. In 1995, the Haucks purchased their land and started planting vines.

Six years later, in 2001, they released their first vintage.

Today they have 39 acres planted.

Take advantage of Lost Creek’s gracious hospitality with a free tour through the winery to learn about the winemaking process from the vine all the way to the glass.

In the colder months, cozy up to the tasting room’s impressive stone fireplace with a glass of wine, a warm baguette, artisan cheese, and salami. On a nice day, the outdoor patio offers fresh air, wonderful views of the

White’s Ferry has been taking travelers across the Potomac River from Maryland to Virginia since 1786. It is the last ferry still operating on the river and provides a unique and nostalgic ride.

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vineyard and garden, and the peaceful sounds of a babbling fountain.

Lost Creek also caters to those who wish to include shopping in their wine country experience, by selling local art and crafts, wine-related gift items, and a collection of beautiful European ceramic dishes.

On your way into Lost Creek you may have noticed Hidden Brook, so head back to the driveway’s entrance and make a u-turn to the home and winery of Bob and Carol’s son and daughter-in-law.

Hidden Brook Winery. Like many winery owners, Eric and Deborah Hauck started as home winemakers. When they decided to take their hobby to the next level, they spent a long time looking for land in Loudoun before they ironically ended up next door to Eric’s parents, who own Lost Creek Winery. They built their Early American-style log cabin winery by hand and opened in 2002. The cabin is situated in the 1

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middle of a towering pine grove, which provides cooling shade as well as a home for an abundance of bird life, including bluebirds, cardinals, and hummingbirds.

Customer favorites at Hidden Brook are Chambourcin and Vidal Blanc. Both are French American hybrid varietals, often used as blending wines, but Eric has crafted them into stand out, stand alone wines. It is the

Hidden Brook Winery

Hidden Brook Winery is housed in an Early American-style log cabin built by hand by owners Deborah and Eric Hauck.

Haucks’ passion and goal to produce wines for every palate, and to that end they offer a variety of distinct dry wines, semi-sweet wines, and sweet but well-balanced after dinner wines.

Visitors are invited to bring a picnic to enjoy in the 48-seat family friendly dining room, on the covered porch, in the gazebo, or in the picnic area, all amid the peaceful surroundings. Light fare is available, including a selection of cheeses and sausages, to complement their wines. The tasting room also features a gift shop that offers wine related items and works by local artists, including glassware. The winery also hosts live music events.

After taking in all that is tranquil at Hidden Brook, wind your way to the final stop on your cluster tour, one of Loudoun’s oldest wineries, and one of its most wellknown, Tarara Winery.

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Tarara Winery, situated on a bluff overlooking the Potomac River, celebrated its 20th year in 2009.

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Tarara Winery. Tarara founder Whitie Hubert was raised on a farm in Ohio where his father grew grapes. After a successful 40-year career in the construction business, he and his wife Margaret returned to viticulture, this time to produce top wines,

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by purchasing 475 acres of prime farmland atop a bluff overlooking the Potomac River.

The Huberts planted their first vines in 1985 and

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Tarara’s location on the Potomac River serves as temperature moderation for the vines, and the rolling farmland caters to each individual grape variety. Whitie

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built a 6,000 square foot cave on the side of the bluff to house the barrels and tanks – a perfect fermenting environment for their wine – and constructed the tasting room and their home above it.

Whitie passed away in 2008, but under Margaret’s watchful eye and Jordan Harris’ winemaking talents, the winery operation remains in full swing. The tasting room staff is welcoming and passionate about providing you a sensory experience, and enjoys questions posed by seasoned wine connoisseurs and novices alike. On weekends guests can make reservations for more in depth tastings that are held in the home’s dining room, in the vineyard, and in the winemaking cave.

Whether you visit Tarara for a tasting followed by a picnic by Shadow Lake, a summer concert, an exclusive tour and tasting in the winemaker’s cave, or a Farm to Table Dinner event, you will feel welcomed at Tarara.u

Vintage treasure seekers should not miss the popular antique stores in the village of Lucketts. The stately historic school in the village, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has served as the backdrop for the community’s old-fashioned country fair each August for almost four decades.

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The wineries in this cluster are situated along Route 50, John S. Mosby Highway, which began as a buffalo trail, was used by George Washington while surveying land, and ultimately became the important commercial link it is today. The road and this cluster were named for the infamous Civil War partisan, John Singleton Mosby, a Confederate cavalryman whose band of rangers roamed the area throughout the war. His clandestine operations and ability to avoid capture earned him the nickname “The Gray Ghost.”

Today Route 50 stretches from the Atlantic Ocean in Maryland all the way to the Pacific Coast in California. While you’re driving this historic road from one winery to the next, look beyond the historic stone-stacked fences and you’ll find what makes Loudoun horse country in addition to wine 1

country - historic homes, scenic horse farms, and vistas of rolling fields.

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Begin your Mosby experience at Quattro Goomba’s, one of a few micro-wineries in Loudoun.

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Quattro Goomba’s Winery. “Quattro Goomba” is Italian for “four close friends” and the threesome (once a foursome) of Jay DeCianno, David Gaetani, and David Camden are just that. As business partners, they produce Mediterranean-style artisan wine by mixing traditional Old World methods passed on by their grandfathers with modern techniques.

The goombas emit enthused inspiration, raw talent, and like to do things a little bit differently. They made many of their principal decisions over a “few great bottles” in their basement, and involved family members from Virginia to Italy. Instead of growing their own grapes, they purchase high-quality grapes from top-growing regions around the world. The vintages available today are crafted from grapes grown in Chile, Italy, and California. They are dry, fruity, smooth, and balanced, have a clean finish with a hint of oak, and are easy to drink.

Visit Virginia’s last surviving double-overshot wheel grist mill and Civil War historic site, Aldie Mill, as you pass through the village of Aldie. From late April through late November, you can catch milling demonstrations at 1pm and 3pm.

The winery sits atop a bluff with serene vistas, and the tasting room resides in a restored log cabin with a cozy living room complete with a beautiful stone fireplace and comfortable sofa seating. The family and pet friendly atmosphere inspires tasters to stay and play awhile. By the time you leave, you just might be a goomba, too!

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From Quattro Goomba’s, take a short drive through the quaint village of Aldie to Chrysalis Vineyards, the home of the largest planting of Norton grapes in the world.

Chrysalis Vineyards. Chrysalis Vineyards is perhaps the truest adherent to Virginia’s 130-year-old wine-making tradition. Owner Jennifer McCloud first tasted Norton wine while at a Virginia wine

Chrysalis Vineyards Chrysalis Vineyards has the largest planting of Norton grapes in the world.

conference. She fell in love with the unique grape, and after researching its noble history (it was almost destroyed during the Civil War and then again during Prohibition), set out to bring it back to the place of prominence it held in the 1800s. Jennifer found the breathtaking Locksley Estate in Loudoun, built Chrysalis Vineyards, and made it her mission, “to proudly restore Virginia wines to world renown, and celebrate the homecoming of Norton, The Real American Grape!®” Norton is a Virginia native grape. It is deep-colored, robust, and full-bodied, which makes for a very singular wine that is Bordeaux-like but with no “grass, herbs, hard acids, astringency, or tongue-wrenching tannin,” Jennifer says. She furthers her mission “to grow what makes sense in Virginia,” so in addition to Norton, she has planted unusual Spanish and French varietals as well as some traditional grapes. Jennifer has created a state-of-the-art winery and her commitment to detail and excellence shows.

Scientists say that red wine is good for you. If that’s the case, take home a case of Norton, because researchers have found that wine made from Norton grapes is infused with twice as much resveratrol, the chemical that makes red wine a more healthy quaff (in moderation, of course) than any other red wine.

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The 412-acre farm at Locksley Estate is magnificent.

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awe-inspiring Bull Run Mountains while tasting their highly drinkable and crowd-pleasing, white and red “Patio Wines” and enjoying their wine-friendly fare. Or, bring your grilling supplies and cook up your own barbecue on their twin 48-inch grills.

Chrysalis Vineyards hosts two annual culinary events: the Hottest Cool Jazz Festival in May and the Norton Wine and Bluegrass Festival in October, featuring top-notch live music, unique artisans, and wonderful food.

From Chrysalis Vineyards, move a little farther west to one of Loudoun’s oldest wineries, Swedenburg Estate Vineyard, also established by a strong woman.

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Founder Juanita Swedenburg won a five-year battle in the U.S. Supreme Court, allowing wines to be shipped directly to consumers.

Swedenburg Estate Vineyard. After retiring from careers as Foreign Service officers, Wayne and Juanita Swedenburg needed to settle down.

His idea was a coffee plantation in Kenya. Hers was a cattle ranch in Costa Rica. They compromised with a winery in Loudoun, and in 1980 moved to a historic estate one mile east of Middleburg.

The couple, assisted by their son Marc, planted the entire vineyard, mostly by hand, and sometimes by the light of the family pickup truck. They continued to do nearly all the work themselves, from the grape growing to the winemaking to the bottling, and opened

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served his country in some of the toughest assignments, Wayne Swedenburg was happy keeping the 130 acres perfectly manicured and giving his wife the limelight.

In addition to tending the tasting room for six hours a day, seven days a week, Juanita was very active in the Virginia and Loudoun wine scenes and received the Virginia Wineries Association lifetime achievement award in 2006. She died in June 2007. According to her New York Times obituary, in 2005, Swedenburg, in a real life David vs. Goliath story, “won a five-year battle in the United States Supreme Court, tearing down protectionist barriers that kept wineries from shipping directly to consumers in other states.” The Times described the winemaker as a “feisty, no-nonsense vintner” and “a mix of diplomacy, gruff charm, and bullheadedness.” Thanks to Juanita, many visitors can have Loudoun wines shipped home.

Today, Marc and his daughter Jeana operate the winery.

Their grapes are still hand-harvested, allowing pickers

If there was an official capital of hunt country in America, it would be Middleburg. The small town has held undisputed claim to this title since the early twentieth-century when wealthy sporting enthusiasts claimed the town and its lush rolling countryside as their own. With a mystique all its own, it continues to draw presidents, celebrities, statesmen, writers, members of the jet set, and Olympiccaliber horseback riders.

to select only the cleanest and sweetest clusters to create its unique European-style wines.

After leaving Swedenburg, you’ll pass through the historic town of Middleburg, the capital of Virginia’s scenic horse country on your way to The Boxwood Winery.

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The Boxwood Winery is located on the 140-acre Boxwood estate, once the home of WWI aviation pioneer General Billy Mitchell.

The Boxwood Winery. Former Washington Redskins Owner John Kent Cooke and his wife Rita spared no expense in creating The Boxwood Winery, where Old World winemaking traditions are harmoniously blended with state-of-the-art techniques to create premium red wines in the Bordeaux style.

The historic 140-acre Boxwood estate, once home to WWI aviation pioneer General Billy Mitchell, serves as the winery’s picturesque backdrop straddling the Fauquier-Loudoun county line. A mechanized gate swings open to a rolling expanse of land and a pea gravel driveway that leads to the winery, a modern complex of four buildings that captures the spirit of 18th century Middleburg architecture, from the fieldstone walls to the seam tin roofs to the glass cupolas.

The winery’s tasting room is intimate, modern, and sparse, and is located at the hub of the complex, from which the chai (fermentation room), cave, and bottling room can all be viewed. The cave is particularly unique; French oak barrels lay in a circular pattern in the middle of the circular room. It is below ground to maintain a constant natural cool temperature.

John and Rita’s daughter, Rachel Martin, studied winemaking and sensory evaluation in California and Bordeaux, and now operates the winery and manages a

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events throughout the spring, summer, and fall. Check the events calendar at VisitLoudoun.org to plan your next visit to Loudoun, and take in the excitement of thundering and jumping hooves.

team of experts that oversee the vineyard and creation of the wines. The winery is only open by appointment, but if you don’t plan ahead, don’t worry! The winery’s satellite tasting room in the town of Middleburg, operated by Rachel’s brother Sean Martin, features their Boxwood and Topiary wines, and select Bordeaux red wines and French white wines as well. u Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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Owners Brian and Sharon Roeder have opened a very special “cellar door” tasting room and art gallery in the historic and charming town of Middleburg. Located right next door to The Red Fox Inn, BOW Middleburg offers seven wines for tasting five of their own and two from other area wineries. The two story tasting room features an art gallery and two tasting bars with ample intimate seating to enjoy your wine and nibble on local meats and cheeses.

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along gravel roads, through serene wooded sections of Loudoun, a welcome respite especially during summer’s humid days when the trees provide cooling shade. The tranquil surroundings are the perfect way to transition from the hustle and bustle of everyday life to your DC’s Wine Country® experience.

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The first winery in this cluster is Willowcroft Farm Vineyards, Loudoun’s first winery. willowcroft farm vineyards

Founded in 1984, Willowcroft is the original Loudoun winery.

Willowcroft Farm Vineyards. Lew Parker, Willowcroft’s winemaker and owner, planted the first grapes in 1981 on the slopes of his farm that in the 1800s were successfully planted with orchards. Just as he suspected, the grapes were superior, and he was able to open Willowcroft in 1984 with vintages from his first fruit. That date marks the birth of DC’s Wine Country®.

Lew is still the winery’s owner and award-winning winemaker today. He has kept the winery small, with 14 acres of grapes and producing 2,500 cases of wine annually. The winery and tasting room are housed in a large rustic red barn that dates back to the Civil War. After sampling Willowcroft’s award-winning wines, take a bottle and some gourmet snacks out to the traditional picnic tables that sit on a slope high atop Catoctin Ridge,

Oatlands Historic House and Gardens is a 360-acre National Trust site with an 1804 mansion, four acres of breathtaking formal gardens, and gift shops. It is situated on Rt. 15 just south of Willowcroft Farm Vineyards. Visit Oatlands before embarking on your winery adventure to take in a bit of Loudoun’s cultural history.

which offers breathtaking and peaceful panoramic views of Loudoun Valley and the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Like all great pioneers, Lew has taken it upon himself to pass on his knowledge. He offers seminars on the art of winemaking to interested students who learn from him how to make wine at home, and are able to buy their grapes directly from Willowcroft. The winery also hosts many events throughout the year, including wine and Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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One Washington Post writer wrote about Willowcroft, “After seeing Willowcroft, you’ll want to pack your bags, move to the country, and make wine.”

From Willowcroft, a short drive will take you to Zephaniah Farm Vineyard, located on a thirdgeneration working farm.

Zephaniah Farm Vineyard. Zephaniah Farm Vineyard is located just outside Leesburg, on a 376-acre third-generation working farm. Bill Hatch and his four siblings grew up tending the former dairy farm, which today raises grass-fed Angus. In addition to being a farmer, winemaker, and a senior video operator for ABC News in Washington, DC, Bill is also a family historian

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Zephaniah Farm Vineyard is named after the owner’s great-grandfather, who owned a steamboat company in the San Francisco Bay area that transported visitors to Napa Valley wineries.

and gladly shares the family, farm, and winery history with interested visitors.

Bill dreamed of owning a winery for twenty years, but it wasn’t until 2001, after meeting one of his son’s Italian professors who owns a vineyard, that he was inspired to take the leap into viticulture. He planted his first grapes in 2002, uses a traditional practice of canopy management to maximize leaf and fruit exposure to the sun, and incorporates sustainable farming techniques.

Today he has three acres under vine.

The winery is named after Bill’s great-grandfather, Zephaniah Jefferson Hatch, who built and owned the Monticello Steamboat Company in the late 1800s.

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Zephaniah’s ferry crossed the San Francisco Bay three times a day, from San Francisco to Vallejo, the drop-off point for Napa Valley wine and travelers. The ferry’s bell hangs outside the home, and was used in years past to call the Hatch family to dinner.

Century-old trees line the picturesque drive leading to the 1830 manor house that was constructed by the same builder of nearby Oak Hill, the home of former president James Monroe. But the Hatch home is far more humble. A strong sense of family is evident when you walk through the door - family photographs, heirlooms, and antique furniture fill the living room, where wine tastings are served.

When you leave Zephaniah, keep an eye out for the historic Dunlop Mill which sits off to the left a short distance from the winery.

Built in 1777 by George Nixon, the mill has a plaque above the door inscribed with a dedication to His Majesty King George III of England.

It’s a historic monument to Loudoun’s agricultural heritage.

The wine is handcrafted “garagista” style, in the small basement garage. Bill’s son Tremain, who is educated in viticulture and is gaining experience at a large premier Virginia vineyard, provides Zephaniah with expertise in grape growing and winemaking.

After leaving Zephaniah, you’ll be back on the paved road, and on your way to Casanel, another relatively new Loudoun winery.

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Casanel Vineyards. Casanel Vineyards owners Casey and Nelson DeSouza have realized the true American dream of humble beginnings to great achievements. Nelson immigrated to America from

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Brazil over 48 years ago, started his career as a carpenter, and went on to own a successful construction business with his wife Casey. When they retired they started looking for their next adventure, and were inspired by the love affair their Portuguese friends have with their vineyards.

They purchased the scenic 40-acre property just west of Leesburg in 2006. It sits on Catoctin Mountain surrounded by pristine woodlands and features two ponds. The DeSouzas planted 10 acres of grape vines, including Virginia’s only indigenous grape, Norton.

Nelson painstakingly restored the stone cattle barn that dates back to the late 1800s to house the winery’s tasting room. The building’s unique details include the original fieldstone walls and timber beams, as well as modern amenities such as a spiral iron staircase and spacious stone patio, which invites you to stay awhile and enjoy a glass of wine and gourmet snacks. Or, take a short walk to the gazebo in the middle of the pond to take in the tranquility of the property and views of the vineyard.

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After leaving Casanel, the canopy of trees opens up to rolling hills and beautiful scenic vistas – part of the Loudoun: DC’s Wine Country® experience that should not be missed - and your final stop in the Harmony Cluster.

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Dry Mill Vineyards, housed in a structure that was once a stable, marries Loudoun’s horse and wine country into one experience.

Vineyards & Winery joins Loudoun’s horse and wine country into one experience, just one mile outside Leesburg’s historic district. The winery and tasting room is located in a restored stable and barn on nine rolling acres that was once home to the horses and hounds of the Loudoun Hunt Club. Today, the horses are gone, but the winery retains the horse country theme.

Owner Dean Vanhuss claims that wine “got into his blood” after visiting California’s Sonoma Valley, where he traveled for information technology conferences during his 35-year career with the US Government. In 1997, after five years of planning, he planted his first vines at his home in Lovettsville, which he named Short Hill Vineyards. He sold the grapes to another Virginia winery until 2008, when he started making his own wine.

Dean and wife Nancy always thought the stables and barn on Dry Mill Road would make a nice location for a winery and tasting room. The stars aligned when they started looking for a home for their own winery - it just so happened that the property went up for sale at the same time. Their daughter Michelle Pizzarello joined them, creating a true family winery business.

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They restored the structure using nearly all of the original wood to keep the spirit of it intact and to retain its distinct rustic feel. The stables were converted into the tasting room and the original large wooden stable doors now slide past the winery’s French doors.

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1 Lightfoot Restaurant’s Grilled Filet Mignon 2 Grandale Farm Restaurant 3 Market Salamander 4 Salmon Club at Tuscarora Mill Restaurant 5 Dessert from the Restaurant at Patowmack Farm 6 The Red Fox Inn 7 the Wine Kitchen 8 Chef Mark Marrocco at Magnolias at the Mill

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An unforgettable meal is an adventure in itself.

Loudoun County cuisine isn’t just about the food

– it is also about the unique experiences.

Our diverse mix of culinary delights is as eclectic as the restaurants that serve them. Where else can you indulge in a plate of fried green tomatoes in a turn-of-the-century bank, or enjoy white cheddar stone-ground grits in an authentic 1905 mill? If that’s not distinctive enough for you, satisfy your taste buds with food straight from the farm to your table, within a glass conservatory overlooking the Potomac River. Your options are only limited by the

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Each of the following destination restaurants has an

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exceptional personality and features a glimpse into Loudoun’s storied past and current culinary tapestry.

They were selected as a result of a juried process after

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meeting specific criteria. For more information on the

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visit the dining section on our website, VisitLoudoun.org.

All of Loudoun’s Destination Restaurants strive to offer seasonal, local products. Some dishes featured in the following articles may not be available year-round. We are confident that you will enjoy their menu no matter what time of year you visit.

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Impressive, historic, elegant – these are just some of the adjectives used to describe Lightfoot Restaurant.

Lightfoot Restaurant 11 N King St Leesburg, VA 20175 703.771.2233 lightfootrestaurant.com

Housed in the turn-of-the century People’s National Bank building in historic downtown Leesburg, Lightfoot’s exterior alone strikes all of these notes.

Once you’ve dined at Lightfoot, you’ll find that the restaurant delivers on the promise of a memorable dining experience matching the first impression the structure makes.

Located across from the county courthouse, an array of flags marks the restaurant’s stone and painted red brick structure. Upon entering, your gaze is immediately drawn upward to the high ceilings adorned with rare, original 1920s French posters. A large marble staircase

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comprised of new and old stone leads to private dining rooms and the open mezzanine designed Piano Bar. The Piano Bar rises two stories above the dining room, allowing the notes from the baby grand piano to waft through the dining rooms. The main dining room’s rich woodwork is enhanced by the soft lighting emitted from the Venetian silk-accented hand-painted chandeliers.

The ceiling is cove-coiffed in mahogany, carved plaster, and wood molding with The People’s National Bank medallion flanking the molding in several places, subtly reminding guests of the restaurant’s treasured past.

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This history is also evident in the large bank vault

situated at the center of the restaurant’s bar, now housing the contents of the restaurant’s awardwinning wine list which features Loudoun wines as the only Virginia wines on the list.

Lightfoot also actively supports the local farming community – several Loudoun farmers grow seasonal produce specifically for Lightfoot. Executive Chef Ingrid Gustavson personally hand selects the best produce she can find, ensuring the quality of ingredients. From farm to table, Chef Ingrid creates her “modern American seasonal (menu) with an

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proved so popular among diners she had to find a steady source of green tomatoes to make the dish a regular feature. international twist.” Traditional entrées have proven to be popular dishes among Lightfoot’s customers. Chef Ingrid’s take on Fried Green Tomatoes proved so popular among diners she had to find a steady source to make the dish a regular feature. Topped with jalapeño cheddar cheese, sautéed shrimp, and Szechwan chili Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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cream, the Fried Green Tomatoes are a must try. The Groovy Meatloaf Sandwich is another favorite, jazzed up with unexpected toppings of watercress, crisp onions, and Thai curry mayonnaise. For the ultimate comfort food, go for lunch and order the Grilled Cheese of the Day. As with the rest of Chef Ingrid’s creations, this is not a plain old grilled cheese sandwich. A recent version included a blend of four cheeses, bread and butter pickles, and honey mustard on grilled rye bread.

The best part of this sandwich is that it’s paired with Lightfoot’s spicy creamy tomato soup, bound to warm you both physically and mentally.

While Lightfoot is a fine dining experience, the restaurant strives to offer a comfortable atmosphere where walk-ins are welcome whether you’re dressed in jeans, business casual attire, or black tie. Live music often plays on the outdoor patio and inside the restaurant from the Piano Bar. The restaurant hosts a happy hour featuring drink specials and small plates at very reasonable prices. Such offerings convey Lightfoot’s warm welcome to all. Lightfoot certainly has created a page for itself in Leesburg’s culinary story.

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goodstone inn & estate Relaxed. You’ll feel it before you even realize it, as you enter the grounds of the Goodstone Inn & Estate.

Nestled on 265 acres on some of the best Loudoun countryside, three miles north of Middleburg, Goodstone is a destination in itself. Surrounded by natural beauty, the dining experience at this small

Goodstone Inn & Estate 36205 Snake Hill Rd Middleburg, VA 20117 540.687.4645 goodstone.com

luxury inn honors the land that makes up the estate in ingredients, beauty, and quality.

If you don’t have an overnight room booked when you dine at Goodstone, be sure to allot some time for exploring the grounds. The inn sits on Snake Hill Farm, which has been a Virginia getaway since the 1930s and was used for many years as a foxhunting venue for the Middleburg Hunt. The stone façade of the original Goodwin mansion (the origin of the Goodstone name) still stands, covered in vines, and serves as the entrance to the inn’s pool, overlooking rolling farmland and the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Working their vast farmland, Goodstone produces most of the herbs and vegetables on the menu, supplementing where needed from local vendors. The farm also features a chicken coop housing 100 chickens.

Executive Chef William Walden hails from some of the 2 1 The Goodstone Inn & Estate’s gracious setting makes it a perfect getaway destination 2 Inside Goodstone’s Carriage House

top French restaurants in Northern Virginia. His French influences translate to his food at Goodstone which is prepared in a Modern American/French Country style.

His garlic and parsley crusted Rack of Lamb served with tarragon jus has won several regional awards making this dish a must taste. The Chilean Sea Bass with Oriental Overtones was described by members of the Destination Restaurant Selection Committee as “perfectly cooked” and “one of the best seafood dishes ever.” With vegetables fresh from the garden and a selection of quality cheese, Chef William’s salads are

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The Wine Cellar also houses the restaurant’s 250 label wine list, including 23 Virginia labels, 10 from Loudoun.

flavorful and beautiful. Be sure to try the Maytag Blue Cheese Salad with Goodstone’s organic mesclun, apples, and house vinaigrette.

Think about dessert before you even order dinner, as the menu offers three soufflés including Grand Marnier, chocolate, and raspberry. If you forget to order your soufflé at the start of the meal, don’t worry. Chef William’s other desserts are all perfect endings to his wonderful meals. A favorite is the Honey Glazed Apple Tart served à la mode with hot caramel sauce - truly comforting.

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After your meal, step outside and take in the views and the peacefulness that abound. Even at night, the property is stunning. You’ll feel the sense of awe and pride that the Goodstone has honed to best honor this beautiful and bountiful piece of historic land and share it with us in the most elegant and delicious way.

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Tuscarora Mill Restaurant With a wall filled with awards and a stellar track record of being selected among the best restaurants in Loudoun County for over 20 years, Tuscarora Mill Restaurant has established itself as a Loudoun institution.

Tuscarora Mill Restaurant 203 Harrison St SE Leesburg, VA 20175 703.771.9300 tuskies.com

Known as “Tuskie’s” to the locals, the restaurant has earned its reputation with an “authentically local” experience felt in the ambience and décor, conveyed by the passionate and talented staff, and evident in the locally sourced, quality cuisine.

A leader in the “buy local” movement, Tuscarora Mill’s commitment to local agriculture and viticulture goes back to its opening in 1985. During the first year of business, owner Kevin Malone began building relationships with local farmers by featuring seasonal local produce on the menu. Tuskie’s also featured many local wines, at a time when local wineries numbered in the single digits, compared to the current 30 wineries and tasting rooms in Loudoun. Kevin continues to support local producers today, and has carried this

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practice to his now four Loudoun restaurants, including

Magnolias at the Mill, another Loudoun Destination Restaurant, in Purcellville.

Housed in a 19th century grain mill in the heart of historic downtown Leesburg, even the Tuskie’s building honors Loudoun’s rich agricultural history. The mill’s pulleys and gears are still in place among the old post and beam architecture of the restaurant. The original wood floors and walls are decorated with local handmade quilts. Antique apparatus completes the mill’s

“Tuskie’s” to the locals, the restaurant has earned its reputation with an “authentically local” experience...

atmosphere, including a grain scale jutting up from the floor. The more casual café and horseshoe-shaped bar sits at the front of the restaurant, and the open, airy

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spans the culinary globe to best highlight the freshness of his ingredients. dining room is located at the back of the restaurant, well lit by two walls of windows and featuring tables dressed in white linens.

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Shrimp & Grits featuring Virginia ham and truffled country grits. Thai Sea Scallops & Crab Pasta is light and fresh with its glass noodles, Thai basil, and lemongrass tomato sauce.

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While local produce and meats are featured throughout the menu, if you want that truly Loudoun dish, order the Local Farm Egg Omelet at lunch or the Local Flavors entrée at dinner. Both items change daily to highlight the best of the day’s finds. If you’re one to pass on bread at dinner, make an exception to try Tuskie’s house made ciabatta bread. Baked daily at the restaurant’s bakery, South Street Under, the buttery, salt studded ciabatta bread is coveted by local residents and

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businesses alike, appearing in sandwiches at several

• Thai Sea Scallops & Crab Pasta

Never content with simply maintaining the success

• Shrimp & Grits

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local delis and restaurants. they’ve built, Tuskie’s continually strives to improve by engaging their community, their customers, and staff to keep the restaurant moving forward. Kevin attributes the restaurant’s success to the “bond of trust between our guests and staff.” Examples of their commitment and dedication to this relationship include their recent acknowledgement of their customers’ dietary needs by offering a gluten-free menu, bi-weekly classes for their professional staff, and an annual private luncheon with local producers to show their gratitude and plan the year ahead. With this level of passion and dedication, locals hope that Tuskie’s will be around for another two decades and continue to be known as the place to dine in Leesburg.

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Magnolias at the Mill Brothers Kevin and Shawn Malone are old pros at the Loudoun restaurant business.

The Malones opened local favorite, Tuscarora Mill (a.k.a. “Tuskie’s” to the locals) over 20 years ago, have since added a brick oven pizzeria and deli/bakery in Leesburg, and in 2004, Magnolias at the Mill

Magnolias at the Mill 198 N 21st St Purcellville, VA 20132 540.338.9800 magnoliasmill.com

Restaurant in Purcellville. Their restaurants consistently win accolades locally and throughout the region. You know you’ve made it when the locals give you a nickname, and Magnolias, or “Maggie’s” as the locals prefer, has continued the Malones’ winning streak by creating a restaurant that makes any occasion special.

As the name indicates, Magnolias is housed in a 1905 era restored mill. The smell of wood is the first thing many guests notice upon entering the restaurant, immediately followed by the enticing aromas wafting from the open kitchen. The millworks are still visible throughout the restaurant, including the wheels and pulleys intermingled with the exposed beams in the high ceilings. The dining rooms are rustic but elegant, with hardwood floors and handmade quilts displayed on the walls. Mingle with the locals and watch the kitchen at work from the café area, which also features Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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a large 30-seat bar complete with flat screen TVs to keep up with sporting events and news. Located at the end of the W&OD trail, cyclists can park their bikes in the restaurant’s bike rack and continue enjoying the outdoors in either Magnolias’ enclosed deck with French doors and picture windows or on their tented slate stone patio.

Like the décor, the food caters to many tastes and occasions. Executive Chef Mark Marrocco mingles his Italian background with Southern influences to create

Executive Chef Mark Marrocco’s

Italian and Southern Influences inspires the menu at Magnolias.

Magnolias’ menu, drawing his inspiration from the region. “I feel lucky to be in the backyard of such excellent farmers,” Chef Mark says. The menu is wide ranging without featuring too many options. Definitely try some of the Southern favorites such as the Fried Green Tomatoes. Served in a slightly un-Southern but delicious manner with tangy goat cheese, pistachio Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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“ I feel lucky to be in the backyard of such excellent farmers,” Chef Mark says.

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relish, and salty tasso ham. The Lacquered Salmon features perfectly grilled salmon, lacquered with soy glaze, and served over wasabi mashed potatoes. Even their salads keep guests coming back for more, especially the Flank Steak Caesar topped with French fries, tomatoes, blue cheese, and tobacco onions.

The restaurant caters to those that enjoy beer and wine alike, featuring an impressive list of both from around

Must Try • Fried Green Tomatoes

the globe, along with a good representation of Loudoun

• Lacquered Salmon

wines by the bottle and glass. Magnolias hosts regular

• Flank Steak Caesar

themed events, including beer and wine dinners, often with the brewer or winemaker as the guest speaker.

These events are a great opportunity to get to know the chef and local producers of food and wine.

Without being too big or too diverse, Magnolias has still managed to create a restaurant that truly meets many needs. Their dining areas, menu options, staff, and hospitality are great for gathering with friends after a tour of the nearby wineries or for a special occasion such as an anniversary. The Malone brothers know how to create long-lasting local appeal, and Maggie’s has all the elements to remain a destination restaurant for locals and visitors alike for many years to come.

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“Think of it as a 1,000 star restaurant,” says the owner of The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm.

Housed in a glass conservatory overlooking the Potomac River, you can certainly see 1,000 stars on a clear night.

The Restaurant at Patowmack Farm

42461 Lovettsville Rd Lovettsville, VA 20180 540.822.9017 Reservations required patowmackfarm.com

Location, food, and service – everything is in place for Patowmack Farm to earn high marks.

Beverly Morton Billand started Patowmack Farm over 20 years ago, “giving farm tours and selling produce and other goods from my retail shop.” As interest in the farm grew, so did the experience. Soon, Beverly was serving dinner. After a favorable review on Patowmack Farm appeared in the Washington Post, Beverly decided it was time to get serious about turning her pastime into a business. Years later, this working organic farm features a 110-seat restaurant, a tented patio for open air dining or private parties, and a kitchen and bakery housed in a building off of the conservatory.

Location alone makes Patowmack a unique dining experience. After driving along the Potomac River, climb the farm’s gravel driveway up the hillside. The natural landscape of the farm creates the atmosphere.

Wildlife and farm animals may be dining on tall grasses as you watch from your table. The glass-walled

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conservatory is simple in décor, allowing the outdoors to be the focus as the structure intends. Go early or for Sunday brunch and enjoy the open doors letting in fresh air and sunshine. Stay late to enjoy the sunset and watch the moon and stars rise over the mountain.

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esteemed chefs including globally recognized Chef Ferran Adrià whose restaurant, El Bulli, has earned three Michelin stars. In his talented hands, Patowmack Farm’s organic foods are transformed into gastronomic works of art that come to life on your palate. He changes the menu monthly and makes daily adjustments based on what the gardens are producing. A late winter visit treated us with a starter of roasted baby turnip wrapped in “Surryano” ham (Serrano style ham from a farm in Surry, Virginia). Another dish of pork belly from Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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kimchi, trumpet royale mushrooms, the first of the garden sorrel, and Rappahannock River oysters. While many plates feature a lot of flavors, try the first bite with a little of each ingredient to get the full effect. For example, a salad of local arugula and frisée with pine nuts, Cara Cara orange, and hay-smoked crème fraiche: the hay smoke immediately popped every flavor, fading into the silky, creaminess of the crème fraiche, the subtle citrus sweetness of the oranges, and the bite of

Must Try Patowmack Farm’s

the peppery crisp greens. Your palate dances with Chef Edwards’ cuisine.

menu changes monthly.

Desserts live up to your expectations after such a delightful

Try the chef’s choice.

meal. Lemon cheesecake is velvety smooth yet light, topped with lemon curd and candied citrus, accompanied by spongy génoise cake and cinnamon syrup. Applejack pie is served deconstructed with the filling gelled and upright in the middle of the plate, pie crust crumbled under white caramel ice cream and whiskey anglaise. The coffee is a house blend roasted locally in nearby Hamilton and served with cinnamon syrup.

As you arrive at this beautiful setting, you can see the inspiration as soon as you step out of the car and taste it in every dish. Beverly Morton Billand took her beautiful property, respectfully worked the land, and found a talented chef to capture the harvest in its finest glory.

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the Wine Kitchen One of the newer additions to the Leesburg restaurant scene, the Wine Kitchen, has quickly gained a following with their wine bar concept and “Eat Drink Simply” motto.

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This motto permeates every aspect of this welcoming local restaurant, from the hominess of the décor, to the warm ease exuded from the owners, and of course in the simple but delectable flavors of the food.

Situated in a cozy King Street space in historic downtown Leesburg, the Wine Kitchen’s 40 seats fill

the Wine Kitchen 7 S King St Leesburg, VA 20175 703.777.WINE (9463) thewinekitchen.com

quickly during peak dining hours. The long granite bar and cozy tables made from 100-year-old reclaimed wood highlight the owners’ inspiration that “all parties start in the kitchen.” The décor is also simple, with white walls stenciled with red grape leaves, exposed brick, open kitchen cabinets filled with cookbooks, and exposed light bulbs on long cords illuminating the bar.

The signature piece of artwork in the restaurant is an old weathered farm door, hand painted with an egg in a cast iron skillet, and the word “Eat.” Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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All wines are paired into flights of three with fun names like Plains of Spain, Pinot Envy, and Local Flavor, which highlights local wineries.

Naturally, the Wine Kitchen has a strong focus on their wine offerings. Guests may order from the rotating menu of over 30 wines either by the taste, glass, flight, or bottle. All wines are paired into flights of three with fun names like Plains of Spain, Pinot Envy, and Local Flavor which highlights local wineries. The restaurant provides a tasting card for each wine which includes a description and suggested food pairings. “People are

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sometimes intimidated by wine so we want to make it as relaxed as possible,” says co-owner Jason Miller. The restaurant also educates guests on wine through regular free wine tastings with local wineries, wine dinners, and a blog which discusses everything from new menu features to dispelling myths about wine.

The real star in any restaurant should always be the food and Chef Justin Garrison ensures the food stands out at the Wine Kitchen. Described as a Seasonal American Bistro, the menu takes advantage of local and seasonal Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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foods, highlighting these quality ingredients with Chef Justin Garrison’s talented technique. While the menu changes bimonthly there are a few dishes that have gained such a fan base they seem to have become staples of the menu. Definitely order the Mac n’ Cheese, and don’t think about sharing it. Cooked and served on a small cast iron griddle, perfectly cooked shells fill up with the creamy cheese sauce and are accented by those nice little browned bits of cooked cheese on the edge of the skillet. The “Chicken and Waffles” is equally as addictive with its perfectly fried pieces of succulent quail served over cornmeal waffles drizzled with bacon caramel syrup.

Their tapas-sized portions may leave you wanting more of some of these amazing dishes, so try a few.

Owners Michael Mercer and Jason Miller are always visible in the restaurant. Whether they’re greeting guests or making recommendations from the menu, their laid back, warm approach truly makes you feel like you’re walking into the home of a friend. This feeling is evident in the ease of conversation, the smiles, and the relaxed demeanor of the clientele. The kitchen is considered by many to be the heart of the house. Embracing their neighbors, both as customers and producers of food and wine, the Wine Kitchen has definitely found its way into the heart of downtown Leesburg.

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The Red Fox Inn This charming inn, originally built in 1728 and known as Chinn’s Ordinary, has offered uninterrupted hospitality to travelers for more than 275 years, making it the oldest continually operated inn in the United States.

The Red Fox Inn

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Over the years The Red Fox Inn has stood as history unfolded in and around it, and numerous historical figures took shelter in its fieldstone walls.

During the Civil War, while the “Gray Ghost,” Col. John S. Mosby and his rangers planned daring raids in the upstairs rooms, injured soldiers were cared for in the rooms below. The inn’s pine service bar, still in use, served as an operating table for a field surgeon during the war. The inn’s historical significance continued when it served as the stage for a rare press conference by President Kennedy and as a meeting place for hopeful Democrats hosted by Ambassador Pamela Harriman.

Elizabeth Taylor often visited the inn during her courtship and marriage to local resident and then United States Senator John Warner, while former

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First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis frequently stayed at the inn during fox hunting holidays.

Today, the Red Fox Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and each of its dining rooms has an ambience that exudes history. Hardwood floors, stone fireplaces, and paintings of foxes, hounds, and horses adorn each dining room. The Red Fox Inn complex features three buildings housing the restaurant and private event rooms, 15 overnight accommodations, a large garden terrace, and a sporting art gallery.

The Red Fox Inn has been owned and operated by three generations of the Reuter family since 1976. By taking a hands-on approach, the family is able to oversee the daily operations of the inn, insuring a quality experience for guests. Third generation family member Matilda Reuter is the latest member of the family to take the reins. Her collective management team continues to uphold the Red Fox Inn legacy of historic charm and attentive service but is making a few changes to keep the inn appealing to younger generations.

The Red Fox Inn’s menu maintains the sense of hunt country tradition for which the inn is known and offering local favorites such as Virginia peanut soup and crab cakes. The tavern’s menu features regular offerings from neighboring farms such as Fields of Athenry and Over the Grass, an extensive variety of Virginia’s Finest Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

Must Try • Peanut Soup

• Surf and Turf

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1 The dining room at The Red Fox Inn

products, and many local wines and craft beers. The Red Fox culinary team creates seasonal menus highlighting these local ingredients using time honored techniques of smoking, braising, and roasting. The end result is home-style dishes that are simple yet genuine.

Today, the Red Fox Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and each of its dining rooms has an ambience that exudes history.

While a new generation continues to breathe fresh life into this historic inn and tavern, its hunt country charm and rich history are what make this establishment a

The Red Fox Inn’s

Hunt Country Favorites include Peanut Soup and Crab Cakes.

Virginia landmark. For nearly three centuries, the Red Fox Inn has been a reliable host to locals and visitors alike and is known by many as the heart of the Middleburg community.

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2 Grandale Farm Restaurant is a farm-to-table establishment

Grandale Farm restaurant Loudoun’s western landscape is a beautiful countryside of rolling hills and the Blue Ridge Mountains, sprinkled with vineyards and historic farms that carry on the agricultural tradition of its past.

At the entrance to Grandale Farm a rustic hay wagon displays the name of the restaurant, boldly painted on its side, and proudly announcing your entrance into a

Grandale Farm restaurant

14001 Harpers Ferry Rd Hillsboro, VA 20132 540.668.6000 | grandalefarm.com

working farm. Don’t let the unassuming exterior fool you, though - this is elegant country dining with food as fresh as it gets.

Guests are encouraged to walk around the farm, and in-season, dine in one of the outdoor pergolas or on the 32-seat deck. The dining room is simple but elegant. The wood tables are dressed in white linen, classic white china, and rustic heavy banded flatware; a variety of orchids in large porcelain vases are placed in the corners of the restaurant; and local art hangs on the walls. One end of the dining room features a Mexican tiled, wood burning fireplace framed by locally made iron work. The other end offers a glimpse into the kitchen through a window, for those who want to watch the chef in action.

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Must Try • French Grilled Pork Chop • Crab Cakes • Crème Brûlée

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Chef Author Clark

Plans the Gardens

to build the restaurant’s seasonal menu.

Chef Author Clark, classically trained at the Culinary Institute of America, describes his fare as American Haute Cuisine, and it earns that lofty designation. His skillful preparation makes the freshness and quality of the food the star of the plate. Chef Author plans the gardens to build his seasonal menu: a spring menu featuring the early harvest of crops, a lighter menu for the dog days of summer, and a winter menu which runs from October through mid-April. The farm grows 80% of the produce on the menu and prides itself on preparing the entire menu in-house. “I can always go out and harvest at maturity. That way I know I’m getting everything at its peak,” says Chef Author. The restaurant’s fresh and local commitment is carried over to the wine list, filled with Loudoun wines, featuring an offering from every Loudoun winery on the list.

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1 The garden at Grandale Farm Restaurant 2 Grandale Farm offers panoramic views from its outdoor deck 3 Grandale Farm’s agricultural roots are reflected throughout the property

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display, from the deep red beets to the bright orange

carrots. The vegetables are roasted to perfect sweetness and yet retain their freshly harvested crispness. Meat, seafood, dairy products, and mushrooms are purchased from local vendors and featured as “Local Specials.” The French Grilled Pork Chop is a beautiful piece of meat, caramel in color from the grill and juicy and tender inside. The bit of filler used in Grandale’s Crab Cakes binds the ingredients together perfectly, giving the cake a solid consistency without adding any flavor to distract from the sweet crab meat.

Desserts are familiar choices, presented simply, and perfectly prepared. The cheesecake is velvety and

“ I can always go out and harvest at maturity. That way I know I’m getting everything at its peak.”

tangy, atop a thick graham cracker crust and garnished with berry coulis. The chocolate torte is dense, rich, and appropriately decadent. The crème brulée presents a creamy custard underneath its perfectly caramelized crust.

The Loudoun Heights section of Loudoun County is an area rich with agricultural history. Fortunately, Grandale Farm carries on this tradition not only by farming the land, but also by sharing with us how delicious that tradition is.

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Market Salamander The charming town of Middleburg is known as the capital of horse country, a place where the famous and wealthy like to escape and a few stay on to become residents.

It’s no surprise that when Middleburg resident Sheila Johnson opened Market Salamander, a “working chef ’s market,” it quickly filled the culinary needs of locals and visitors alike. Market Salamander offers much more than your typical market, whether it’s a picnic for tailgating at the races or touring the wineries, a large catered event, or a quick lunch while shopping Middleburg’s unique boutiques and shops.

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To begin your experience at Market Salamander, enter through the double barn doors into the enclosed Café

Market Salamander

200 W Washington St Middleburg, VA 20117 540.687.8011 marketsalamander.com See Ad Inside Back Cover

Courtyard. Designed to be reminiscent of village markets seen in the Italian Piedmont and throughout France, the courtyard features an interior façade of a country home. Discovered during renovations of the building, this original façade overlooks the Café Courtyard as it once did the streets of Middleburg.

The courtyard look is completed by a bright blue sky painted above on the high ceilings, cobblestone floors, and outdoor patio furniture. Here guests can enjoy food purchased from the kitchen, relax with a coffee or glass

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1 Middleburg is a dog-lover’s destination 2 Crab cakes are a favorite at Market Salamander

of wine, or browse the market’s selection of gourmet

goods. If the weather is nice, head out to the porch, which is cool under the wisteria covered pergola in the summer and warmed by outdoor heaters in late fall and early spring.

Walk through the café doors to Market Salamander’s open kitchen to order your meal. The glass cases filled with beautifully displayed foods combined with the

Must Try

enticing aromas from the kitchen can make selecting a

• Chicken Tenders

meal a difficult decision. Fortunately, the chefs-in-

• Crab Cakes

residence are eager to answer any questions from what to order to what ingredients are in a dish, where the food is sourced from, or which wines in the Market’s wine loft will pair best with your meal.

The market’s menu features a few staple dishes, but most items rotate based on availability from local producers.

In-season expect to see Chef de Cuisine Vaughn Skaggs scouring the Middleburg farmer’s market bright and early to pick from the cream of the crop. From market to kitchen, these selections make their way into the market’s soup du jour (perhaps a butternut squash with apple cornbread croutons), fruit salad, roasted vegetables, or any number of side dishes made to accompany the day’s entrees.

From the hot side of the kitchen, guests can order from

The glass cases filled with beautifully displayed foods combined with the enticing aromas from the OPEN kitchen can make selecting a meal a difficult decision.

the regionally inspired sandwich menu where selections include the Hunt Country Burger and Middleburg’s Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

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1 1 Pastry Chef Jason Reaves’ Carrot Cake 2 Take some provisions from Market Salamander on your wine tour

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version of a steak and cheese, the Grey Ghost (the nickname of Colonel John S. Mosby who planned and executed his Union raids in and around Middleburg).

The kitchen also serves a daily selection of hot entrees like the market’s signature crab cake or buttermilk brined roasted chicken.

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While browsing the display cases it’s impossible to miss the creations of Pastry Chef Jason Reaves. These beautiful pastries look almost too perfect to touch, but you’ll discover their beauty is matched only by their flavor. Picture the Brownie Excess Bomb, with its

Pastry Chef Jason Reaves’

Beautiful Pastries

are almost too perfect to touch, but you’ll discover their beauty is matched only by their flavor. perfectly sculpted and domed chocolate shell flawlessly gleaming. Crack that perfect shell and inside you’ll discover brownie chunks surrounded by excess cream and devil’s food cake. This is chocolate at its finest – irresistible and addictive!

In addition to serving meals on and offsite, Market Salamander hosts numerous events designed to engage and educate their customers including cooking classes and monthly wine dinners. These efforts combined with Market Salamander’s focus on quality ingredients have helped the market succeed in becoming like the Piedmont markets it was modeled after - a community establishment known for showcasing the region’s finest bounty.

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Breweries & Distilleries

Breweries & distilleries Fortunately for all the beer and spirit lovers out there, Loudoun isn’t just wine country.

Catoctin Creek Distillery Catoctin Creek, Loudoun County’s first distillery since Prohibition, is family owned and operated. Scott and Becky Harris produce organic spirits, sourced locally when available. Catoctin Creek’s award-winning spirits include Roundstone Rye Whisky, Watershed Gin, and Mosby’s Spirit. Seasonal production also includes brandy and liqueurs made from local

local farms, and has leased four acres of vineyard land in Loudoun to grow grapes for their grappa. They will open to the public for tours, tastings, and retail bottle sales in the winter of 2011 with the vision of expanding their space to include a tasting bar and retail shop by the end of the year. Papa Bear’s Root Beer is currently offered at select Loudoun restaurants. It is conveniently located next door to the Lost Rhino Brewing Company.

fruit. Catoctin Creek is open to the public for

Opening Winter 2011

tours, tastings, and individual bottle sales.

27130 Red Rum Dr. #167

Also look for Catoctin Creek products at all

Ashburn, VA 20147

local Virginia ABC stores and the finer restaurants in Loudoun County.

703.574.4622 commonwealthspirits.com

Corcoran Brewing Company

37251C East Richardson Ln Purcellville, VA 20132 540.751.8404 | catoctincreek.com See Ad p 29

Commonwealth Spirits Paul Greene and Dan Taylor

Jim and Lori Corcoran, owners of Corcoran Vineyards, recently expanded their successful business by adding to it a new venture. Located on the same property as the winery, Corcoran Brewing is a

bring a line of distilled spirits and craft sodas

nano-brewery (smaller than a microbrewery)

to DC’s Wine Country. Since 2010,

that hopes to be the first to use 100%

Commonwealth Spirits has been in full

Virginian grown products to produce their

production with their line of craft sodas,

beer. The brewery’s starting lineup includes

including Papa Bear’s Root Beer, as well as a

P’ville Pale, LoCo IPA, Corky’s Irish Red,

ginger ale and strawberry creme soda. All of their sodas are organically produced and are free of high fructose corn syrup.

Commonwealth’s line of distilled spirits will begin with vodka and eventually include a

Catoctin Ale, Wheatland, and Slainte Stout.

The brews are available for onsite tasting and growler sales. Corcoran Brewing also features a hops garden for guests to enjoy and offers a Growler Hour on Fridays for growler fill-ups

line of flavored vodkas, grappa, and whisky.

and purchase (see website or call for times).

Commonwealth Spirits is focused on sourcing

14635 Corky’s Farm Ln, Waterford, VA 20197

their ingredients locally, including grain from

540.882.9073 | corcoranbrewing.com

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When Virginia’s Old Dominion Brewing Company was purchased and moved to Delaware, the Ashburn brewery was closed, leaving an empty space literally and figuratively for local beer lovers. Fortunately, former Dominion brewers Favio Garcia and Matthew Hagerman decided to fill that void by opening a brewery of their own. Using the original Dominion brewhouse, Lost Rhino Brewing Company has started production and are currently brewing Rhino Chasers Pilsner, Face Plant IPA, and New River Pale Ale, a sentimental favorite of local beer lovers. They are also brewing a root beer using local ingredients such as Loudoun County honey. Lost Rhino is currently open Wednesday through Saturday for tastings, growler fills, and merchandise sales. They also hosts tours on Saturdays from 12-6pm. Future plans for the brewery include a tasting room with light pub fare and eventually expanding to a full pub. If you’re visiting Lost Rhino, be sure to walk a couple of doors down to check out their neighbors, Commonwealth Spirits.

21730 Red Rum Rd, #142-152 Ashburn, VA 20147 571.291.2083 lostrhino.com

Sweetwater Tavern Sweetwater Tavern is fortunate to have brewer Nick Funnell at the helm of their onsite brewery. He leads a skilled and dedicated brew crew that scours the world for the finest ingredients to create perfectly balanced, award-winning beers. Nick’s obsession with fresh and natural ingredients, and an age-old traditional brewing process, drive the creation of 35 varieties of beer a year. Sweetwater Tavern always offers five beers on tap, in a variety of colors, flavors, and strengths.

45980 Waterview Plz, Sterling, VA 20166 571.434.6500 greatamericanrestaurants.com/sweetMainSter

Vintage 50 Restaurant & Brew Lounge Award-winning brewer Dean Lake is the man behind Vintage 50’s craft brewed beers. Brewed onsite, the restaurant offers 10 house beers on tap, ranging from German style lagers and ales to English style brews, a selection of Belgian style ales, and the recently emerging American craft brewed beers. Vintage 50 hosts regular beer dinners featuring their house brewed beers perfectly paired with Chef Aaron McCloud’s creative cuisine. Find a beer you really love? Enjoy it onsite or at home in a Vintage 50 growler.

50 Catoctin Cir, NE, Leesburg, VA 20176 703.777.2169 | vintage50.com See Ad p 39

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20 Local Dining Favorites

20 local dining favorites

The restaurants included in this list are places that the locals prefer for that certain something – a particular dish, the atmosphere, the service, and for some, their favorite drink or dessert.

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Y5

Hunter’s Head Tavern

The French Hound

9048 John Mosby Hwy, Upperville, VA 540.592.9020 | HuntersHeadTavern.com

101 Madison St, Middleburg, VA 20117 540.687.3018 | thefrenchhound.com

Traditional English pub fare featuring meats and produce sourced directly from their organic Loudoun farm, including Bangers & Mash, Guinness Beef Stew, and Chicken Pot Pie.

Traditional French bistro fare from a French-trained chef, plus a fabulous, evolving wine list sourced from the restaurant’s wine shop, The Wine Cellar.

Y2

13 E Broad Way, Lovettsville, VA 20180 540.822.3008 | markettablebistro.com Seasonal menu focused on local producers.

Y3 Clyde’s at Willow Creek Farm 42920 Broadlands Blvd Broadlands, VA 20148 571.209.1200 | clydes.com Atmosphere galore. Four historic buildings house seven dining rooms and four bars, plus a gorgeous outdoor dining area.

Y4

Y6 Vintage 50 and Vintage 51

Restaurant & Brew Lounge

Market Table Bistro

Leesburg Location: 50 Catoctin Cir NE, Ste 100 Leesburg, VA 20176 703.777.2169 South Riding Location: 25031 Riding Plaza Suite 150 South Riding, VA 20152 703.722.2844 | restaurantbreweryloudoun.com Their on-premise brewery makes very tasty beers to pair with Chef Aaron’s creative and locally sourced cuisine. See Ad p 39

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Little Apple Pastry Shop

23217 Meetinghouse Ln, Aldie, VA 20105 703.327.2500 | hotapplepie.com

Ford’s Fish Shack

44260 Ice Rink Plaza #101 Ashburn, VA 20147 571.918.4094 | fordsfishshack.com New England style seafood including crab cakes, lobster rolls, and fish & chips. Be sure to save room for their amazing banana pudding!

This mother and daughter team makes an amazing Thanksgiving sandwich, incredible pies and cakes, and mouth-watering cinnamon rolls.

Y8

Hill High Country Store

35246 Harry Byrd Hwy Round Hill, VA 20141 540.338.7173 Choose any one of 37 pies (although we’re partial to the Caramel Apple Walnut).

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Leesburg Location: 28 S King St, Leesburg, VA 20175

Leesburg Restaurant

9 S King St, Leesburg, VA 20175 703.777.3292 This historic diner offers all your favorites: Virginia peanut soup, old-fashioned milkshakes, and pies from Mom’s Apple Pie.

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Homemade marshmallows, cosmic cupcakes, coffees, and imaginative paninis such as The Flying Pig.

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Amazing house-made ciabatta bread, sandwiches on ciabatta bread, soups with ciabatta bread…!

Y12

This food truck in Ashburn and shop in downtown Leesburg are must-stops for authentic Chicago-style hot dogs.

Y16 Döner Bistro

Mello Out

2 E Federal St, Middleburg, VA 20117 540.687.8635 | marshmellos.com

Y11

703.669.8606 | windycityredhots.com

Rangoli Indian Restaurant

24995 Riding Plz, Ste 120 South Riding, VA 20152 703.957.4900 | rangolirestaurant.com Consistently ranked one of the best Indian restaurants in Northern Virginia.

Y13 B ’z BBQ Company at Paeonian Grocery & Gourmet

40602 Charles Town Pk Paeonian Springs, VA 20129 540.882.3700 | bzbbqco.com Some of Loudoun’s best barbecue. The market has a vast beer selection.

Y14 Fireworks Wood-Fired Pizza

201 Harrison St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 703.779.8400 | fireworkspizza.com Locally sourced, quality pizza toppings on a great wood-fired crust, plus an incredible beer selection.

Y15 Windy City Red Hots

202 Harrison St SE, Leesburg, VA 20175 703.779.7880 | doener-usa.com Döners (the Turkish-German version of a Greek gyro), traditional German fare, and great beers.

Y17 Blue Ridge Grill Brambleton Location: 22865 Brambleton Plz, Ste 100 Brambleton, VA 20148 | 703.327.1047 Leesburg Location: 955 Edwards Ferry Rd NE Leesburg, VA 20176 | 703.669.5505 brgrill.com Consistently good American fare in a casual dining environment.

Y18 Savoir Fare Restaurant 1 West Loudoun St, Round Hill, VA 20141 540.338.8300 | savoirfarelimited.com Their seasonal menu highlights fresh food that is creatively prepared.

Y19 Lowry’s Crab Shack 420 West Colonial Hwy Hamilton, VA 20158 540.338.2348 | lowrysfarmmarket.com Seafood, seafood, and more seafood!

Y20 Sweetwater Tavern 45980 Waterview Plaza, Sterling, VA 20166 571.434.6500 greatamericanrestaurants.com/ sweetMainSter Fresh beer on tap right from the onsite brewery, with great American cuisine.

Ashburn Location: Blue Mount Nursery Parking Lot 19413 Smith Cir, Ashburn, VA 20147 703.505.6934 Loudoun, Virginia: DC’s Wine Country®

Wine Tasting in 3 Easy Steps

Wine tasting in 3 easy steps Are Y ou a Novice at W ine Tasting?

by Christian Jensen

Don’t be intimidated by people who seem so knowledgeable remember, after all, that they were once novices, too. If you are asked what you think of a wine, be honest - and ask questions.

That’s the best way to learn.

Try as many wines as you

How Does the W ine Look ?

something is wrong or

1H old the glass up and at an angle so you can clearly see

must drain your glass at

where the wine and glass touch. Red wines start off purple when they are young, and slowly mature to red.

Note the clarity of the wine. Is it bright or cloudy? Are there any suspended solids?

can. Your nose and palate are your best guides.

They’ll let you know when off. Also, don’t feel you each tasting – use the dump bucket. If you’re out for a day of wine tasting, you don’t want to be

How Does the W ine Smell?

overwhelmed.

2W ine’s smell is called its “nose.” Swirl the wine in the

Another essential for

glass to help mix in oxygen, which brings out the wine’s aromas. This can be tricky because some wines are reluctant to release their aromas. When the aromas do present themselves, are they pleasant? Are they intense? Describing what you smell can be difficult, but with practice you’ll become better at it.

How Does the W ine Taste ?

3 Th e taste of a wine is the ultimate determination of how good it is. Looks and smells can be deceiving.

Take a small sip. Roll the wine around in your mouth.

Different taste buds identify different flavors. Is the wine pleasing on the palate? Aerate the wine by pulling air into your mouth and through the wine, and exhaling through your nose. How does this change the flavor?

wine tasting is to cleanse your palate so that your perception of each new wine will be fresh.

Consider drinking water or eating cheese and crackers between sample sips.

All wines have common characteristics that can be used to describe them during tastings, including sweetness or dryness, acidity, tannin, weight or body, and fruit. The more you experience, the more confident you’ll be

Mystery solved!

Now you have the tools to enjoy your next wine tasting. And by the way, we have some great places for you to practice…

in using such terms to describe a wine.

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Wine tasting lingo Knowing some wine lingo can impress your friends and make your tasting experience more enjoyable. Here are some common words you may come across during your tasting journey through Loudoun: DC’s Wine County®.

Acidity: The quality of wine that gives it its crispiness and vitality. A proper balance of acidity must be struck with the other elements of a wine.

Aroma: The smell of a young wine.

Balance: A harmonious relationship between a wine’s components, including acids, fruit, tannins, alcohol, etc, creates a well balanced wine.

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Body: The weight and fullness of a wine that can be sensed in the mouth. A wine may be light, medium, or full-bodied.

Wines rich in concentration, extract, alcohol, tannin, and glycerol may be described as full-bodied.

Bouquet: The aroma of an aged wine.

Color: A wine’s color comes mostly from the grape skins. In general, red wines get lighter as they age, and white wines get darker.

Dry: Wines with zero or very low levels of residual sugar. The opposite of sweet, except in sparkling wines, where dry means sweet.

Estate winery or farm winery: A United States winery license allowing farms to produce and sell wine on-site.

Finish: The lingering taste after a wine has been swallowed.

Foxy: The musty odor and flavor of wines made from many species of native North American grapes. A foxy wine smells and tastes like Concord grape juice.

Legs: The tracks of liquid that cling to the sides of a glass after the contents have been swirled, often said to be related to the alcohol or glycerol content of a wine.

Nose: The aroma or bouquet of a wine.

Off-dry: A slightly sweet wine in which the residual sugar is barely perceptible.

Residual sugar: The level of sugar that remains after a wine has finished fermenting.

Sweet: Defined by the level of residual sugar in the wine, with the sweet taste also controlled by factors such as the acidity and alcohol levels, the amount of tannin present, and whether the wine is sparkling.

Tannins: A group of compounds found in grape seeds, skins, and stems that give a “puckery” feeling in the mouth. They may also be added by aging a wine in oak barrels. Tannins are essential to a red wine’s structure, and for successful aging to soften and smooth.

Terroir: French for “soil,” the physical and geographical characteristics of a particular vineyard site that give the wine its unique properties.

Texture: The feel of wine on the palate.

Wine tasting: The sensory evaluation of wine, encompassing more than taste, but also mouthfeel, aroma, and color.

Young: Wine that is not matured and usually bottled and sold within a year of its vintage.

Varietal: Wines made from a single grape variety.

Vintage: The year in which a wine’s grapes were harvested. When a vintage year is indicated on a label, it signifies that all the grapes used to make the wine in the bottle were harvested in that year.

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Terms taken and edited from “Glossary of wine terms.” (2008, December 11). In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia.

Wine Tasting Lingo

Loudoun's Popular Varieties

Loudoun’s popular varieties

The most popular varieties of grapes in Loudoun are:

Chardonnay: A medium to full-bodied dry white wine with fruit characters of citrus, apples, pear or tropical. When barrel aged, characters of vanilla, butterscotch, and toasted oak can come out.

Cabernet Franc: A medium bodied red wine known for its spiciness and herbal characters. Flavors can include black pepper, cinnamon, currants, mint, and leather.

Cabernet Sauvignon: A medium to full-bodied, tannic, dry wine with complex flavors that emerge as currants, green olives, herbs, and bell peppers, with a hint of mint and leather.

Chambourcin: This French-American hybrid grape can give its wine a dark color but is surprisingly light in the palate. This is the red wine for white wine drinkers.

Norton: A native Virginia grape that is dark in color and its fruity flavors may include plums and tart cherries.

Viognier: Condrieu in the Northern Rhone Valley is the home of the Viognier grape. Neglected there until recently, Viognier has found a happy home in the Old Dominion, Loudoun County especially. The county’s soils, climate, sunlight, and growing season create excellent conditions for this grape and local winemakers finish the job to perfection.

Viognier comes as a welcome surprise to many Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon drinkers.

Blends: The art of the winemaker is often shown in a blend of different grapes just as a chef would use different spices. Ask about the grapes used when tasting these special wines.

Merlot: A medium to full bodied dry wine with strong flavors in the front and a soft finish. Flavors can include black cherries, anise, blueberry, and plum.

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Listings Listings

Listings Guided Winery Tours

The Home Farm Store

Point to Point Limousines

The Home Farm Store features many products procured from certified organic Ayrshire Farm, which specializes in heritage breed livestock and heirloom fruits and vegetables. The animals at the farm are raised in the time-honored method of open grazing and careful processing using scientifically-proven humane methods.

1 E Washington St, Middleburg, VA 20117 Daily 10am-6pm | 540.687.8882 | homefarmstore.com

Custom limousine tours of Loudoun’s wine country with a knowledgeable tour guide at the wheel.

703.771.8100 or 800.882.8208 pointtopointlimo.com

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Weekend VIP wine tours and private tours. Box lunches available.

703.478.0500 or 800.546.6141 restonlimo.com

Paeonian Grocery and Gourmet and B’z BBQ Company

Coffee, beer, wine, organic items, ice cream, barbecue, and gourmet foods.

40602 Charles Town Pk Paeonian Springs, VA 20129 Seasonal hours; call ahead.

540.882.3700 | bzbbqco.com

Trail’s End Cycling Co.

One- and two-day bike tours of wineries include a guide, map, and route sheet.

540.338.2773 trailsendcycling.com

Philomont General Store

wine shops

Aldie Peddler Shoppes

Antiques, gifts, Virginia wine, gourmet items, and more.

39484 John Mosby Hwy Aldie, VA 20105 Tue-Sun 11am-5pm; Mon closed 703.327.6743 | aldiepeddler.com

Ashburn Wine Shop

Domestic and imported wines.

44050 Ashburn Shopping Plz, Ste 159, Ashburn, VA 20147 Mon-Sat 10am-8pm; Sun 12-6pm 703.723.7575 ashburnwineshop.com

Leesburg Vintner

Retail wine and cheese, including Virginia wine.

29 S King St Leesburg, VA 20175 Tue-Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 12-5pm; Mon closed 703.777.3322 leesburgvintner.com

A quaint country market offering an extensive selection of international and Virginia wines, sandwich fare, gourmet, and crafts of local artisans.

36550 Jeb Stuart Rd Philomont, VA 20131 Mon-Sat 7am-7pm, Sun 12-5pm 540.338.5792 philomontgeneralstore.com

The Wine Cellar

An eclectic shop featuring both special and everyday wines.

15 S Madison St Middleburg, VA 20117 Wed-Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 125pm; Mon-Tue by appointment 540.687.3230 thefrenchhound.com

WineStyles

Free wine tastings every Friday from 5:00-8:30pm and Saturday from 3-7pm.

25031 Riding Plz, #110 South Riding, VA 20152 Mon-Thu 12-8pm, Fri-Sat 12-10pm, Sun closed 703.327.5052 winestyles.net/southriding

wine bars

Hop & Vine at The National Conference Center

Local beers on tap, more than two dozen craft beers by the bottle, and more than 30 wines by the glass.

18980 Upper Belmont Pl Leesburg, VA 20176 Daily 5:30-9:30pm 703.729.8000 conferencecenter.com/ dining.cfm

Parallel Wine Bistro

Over 50 wines by the glass as well as 32 selections at their self-serve Wine Stations.

43135 Broadlands Center Plaza Suite 121 Broadlands, Virginia 20148 Mon-Fri 4-11pm, Sat 11-12am, Sun 11am-10pm 703.858.0077 parallelwinebistro.com

the Wine Kitchen

Destination restaurant featuring rotating flights of wine from around the world and locally sourced tapas menu.

7 South King St Leesburg, VA 20175 Tue-Thu & Sun 11:30am-9:00pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-10:00pm 703.777.9463 thewinekitchen.com

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Vino Volo

If you are traveling through Dulles Airport on your way home, enjoy gourmet snacks and entrees designed to pair with wine. (Please note: Past security screening; must have a boarding ticket).

Washington Dulles International Airport Concourse B – Gate B63 Concourse C – Gate C3 Dulles, VA 20176 Daily 11am-10pm Concourse B: 703.996.8466 Concourse C: 703.661.1999 vinovolo.com

Virginia Wine Factory

Offering comparison wine tastings in blind flights, highlighting the quality of Virginia wines in relation to other wines of the world. A full international wine list will be available, virtually all served by the glass.

22855 Brambleton Plz, #104, Brambleton, VA 20148 Mon-Wed 11am-9pm, Thu-Sun 11am-11pm 703.542.5659 virginiawinefactory.com

afternoon tea

Aylesbury Antique Center and Tea Room

Traditional British afternoon tea room and antique shop in downtown Leesburg, also offering a children’s menu.

212 Loudoun St, SE Leesburg, VA 20175 Tea Room Hours: Thu-Sat 12-4pm; Sun-Wed closed.

Reservations recommended.

703.868.6935 aylesburytearoom.com

The British Pantry

Authentic British shop serves cream teas and full afternoon teas in their dining room.

41153 John Mosby Hwy, Lenah Village, Aldie, VA 20105 Tea Hours: Tue-Fri 11am-1pm, Sat 11am-3pm, Sun-Mon closed.

Reservations recommended.

703.327.3215 thebritishpantry.us

Little Apple Pastry Shop

The mother-and-daughter owners serve a “country tea,” including sandwiches and sweets.

23217 Meetinghouse Ln Aldie, VA 20105 Tue-Fri 7am-3pm; Sat 8am-3pm; Sun closed.

Reservations required.

703.327.2500 hotapplepie.com

Oatlands Historic House and Gardens

This 360-acre National Trust historic site serves full tea in its restored Carriage House.

20850 Oatlands Plantation Ln, Leesburg, VA 20175 Special event and holiday schedule; seatings at 1pm.

Reservations required.

703.777.3174 | oatlands.org

cooking classes

Cooking Class Weekend at Briar Patch Bed & Breakfast Inn

Cookology

Cookology is a recreational cooking school, wine bar, and retail store. Sign up for a hands-on cooking or wine class, join a wine and food pairing dinner, or simply enjoy a glass of wine at the bar.

21100 Dulles Town Cir, Sterling, VA 20166 (Located next to Macy’s) Mon-Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 11am-7pm 703.433.1909 cookologyonline.com

Glenfiddich Farm Cookery School

Olwen Woodier, a renowned cookbook author, teaches two-hour cooking classes and children’s cooking camps in her professional kitchen on a 170-acre farm.

17642 Canby Rd, Leesburg, VA 20175 703.771.3056 | 703.431.9507 GlenFarmCookery.com

Market Salamander

Sometimes called “the working chef’s market” of Virginia, Market Salamander offers cooking class taught

by Executive Chef Todd Gray and accompanied by a wine ambassador.

See Ad Inside Back Cover 200 W Washington St Middleburg, VA 20117 540.687.8011 marketsalamander.com

This circa 1805 bed and breakfast offers full-weekend cooking classes from November through March that include wine tastings and winery tours. See Ad p 47 23130 Briar Patch Ln Middleburg, VA 20117 703.327.5911 | 866.327.5911 BriarPatchBandB.com

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Farms & Farmers Markets

Loudoun offers a variety of ways to buy fresh and local seasonal produce. Pick-your-own right off the vine, stop at one of numerous roadside farm stands, or browse the bonanza of produce and local products at the farmers markets.

More than 70 farms in Loudoun County grow and market products.

Ashburn Farmers Market

Ashburn Village Blvd & Farmwell Rd (behind IHOP) Ashburn, VA 20147 May-Oct, Sat 8am-12pm 540.454.8089 LoudounFarmersMarkets.org

Brambleton Farmers Market

Sport & Health Parking Lot (near Olympia Dr & Soave) 42405 Regal Wood Dr Brambleton, VA 20148 May-Oct, Sun 9am-1pm 540.454.8089 LoudounFarmersMarkets.org

Brossman’s Orchard

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Peaches, nectarines, and seasonal produce including melons, squash, corn, peppers, and tomatoes.

43975 Spinks Ferry Rd (near Lucketts) Leesburg, VA 20175 Jul 1-Labor Day, Daily 9am-7pm 703.777.1127

Cascades Farmers Market

The Senior Center parking lot (behind Staples) 21060 Whitfield Pl Sterling, VA 20165 May-Nov, Sun 9am-1pm 540.454.8089 LoudounFarmersMarkets.org

Cornucopia Farm

Chicken, duck, and goose eggs; seasonal fruits, vegetables, and berries; flowers; chestnuts; jams; and more.

37823 Snickersville Tpk Philomont, VA 20132 Daily 9am-6pm 540.338.7733 cornucopiafarmva.com

Crooked Run Orchard

Asparagus, raspberries, sour cherries, gooseberries, salad mixes, blackberries, peaches, plums, apples, pears, pumpkins, goats milk soaps, eggs, honey, jams and jellies, Christmas wreaths, and swags.

37883 E Main St Purcellville, VA 20132 Daily, 9am-7pm. Call ahead for picking conditions and hours.

540.338.6642 crookedrunorchard.com

Eagletree Farm & Vineyard

Potomac Vegetable Farms

Blueberries 15126 Harrison Hill Ln Leesburg, VA 20176 Call for availability and hours.

703-851-0699

Farmer John’s Market

Everything from hot peppers to white eggplant, including peaches, tomatoes, sweet corn, and apples.

15520 James Monroe Hwy (Rte 15) Leesburg, VA 20176 Mid-Jun-Thanksgiving, 8am-Sunset 703.777.2100

Great Country Farms

U-pick strawberries, blackberries, peaches, pumpkins, and more.

Fresh produce, honey, jams, pottery, gifts, and more in the country store.

18780 Foggy Bottom Rd Bluemont, VA 20135 Apr-Nov, Daily 9am-6pm 540.554.2073 GreatCountryFarms.com

Heider’s Farm Market

Eggs, tomatoes, strawberries, apples, peaches, asparagus, jams, honey, and more.

14917 James Monroe Hwy (near Lucketts) Leesburg, VA 20176 Daily 9am-6pm Apr-Nov 703.779.7715 heiderfarmmarket.com

Leesburg Farmers Market

Virginia Village Shopping Center 32 Catoctin Circle Leesburg VA 20175 May-Oct, Sat 8am-12pm; Jun-Oct, Wed 3-6pm Nov-Apr, Sat 9am-12pm 540.454.8089 LoudounFarmersMarkets.org

Middleburg Farmers Market

Marshall St & Stonewall Avenue (behind the Community Center) Middleburg, VA 20117 May-Oct, Sat 8am-12pm 540.687.5152 | middleburg.org

Ecoganically grown vegetables, herbs, and cut flowers.

15227 Berlin Tpk Purcellville, VA 20132 Jul-mid-Oct Tue-Sun 10am-7pm, Mon closed 540.882.3885 potomacvegetablefarms.com

Purcellville Community Market

Town Hall, 130 E Main St Purcellville, VA 20132 May-Oct hours to 9am-1pm; Nov-Apr Sat 10am-1pm; Indoor Market at It’s Bazaar 143 N 21st St, Purcellville, VA 20132 Jan-Mar 10am-1pm 703.967.0431 purcellvillecommunitymarket.com

Stoneybrook Organic Farm and Market

Organic produce, local meats, dairy, fruit, bulk foods, coffee, tea, fresh pressed juices, smoothies, pastries, and more.

37091 Charles Town Pk Hillsboro, VA 20132 Mon-Fri 6am-8pm, Sat closed, Sun 8am-8pm 540.668.9067 stoneybrookfarm.org

Ticonderoga Farms

Figs picked by pre-order from our grove, wild flower honey from onsite hives, jams, jellies, organic eggs, seasonally available u-pick tomatoes, peppers, watermelon, sweet corn, pumpkins, and Christmas trees.

26469 Ticonderoga Rd Chantilly, VA 20152 Open daily. Call for hours.

703-327-4424 | ticonderoga.com

Wegmeyer Farms

Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and pumpkins.

38299 Hughesville Rd Hamilton, VA 20158 Call for availability and hours.

540.751.1782 wegmeyerfarms.com

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Loudoun County Visitors Center Visit Loudoun operates a state-certified Visitors Center in Leesburg. Our Visitors Center Hosts will assist in making hotel and B&B reservations and provide information regarding area attractions, recreation, special events, and directions.

Market Station, 112-G South St, SE, Leesburg, Virginia 20175 703.771.2617 | 866.771.2601 | VisitLoudoun.org Open 362 Days a Year | 9am-5pm | Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day

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