#1Virginia Mountain Vineyards
Virginia Mountain Vineyards is a family-owned 91-acre winery and event venue in Fincastle, Virginia, on Zion Hill with panoramic views of the Blue Ridge and Alleghany Mountains; vines were first planted in 1998, the winery opened in 2006, and current owners Brian Weber and Jacqui Sobieski renovated the property in 2018. The vineyard ceremony site is a paver pathway lined with red rose bushes leading to a classic white gazebo amid the grapevines, while the reception centerpiece is an 80'x40' tri-peaked white tent on a hardscaped paver patio with chandeliers, Edison lighting, perimeter lanterns and heating/AC, seating up to 250 guests. A 7,500 sq ft Event Center anchors the property and includes heated/AC bridal dressing rooms and restrooms. Standard rentals include tables, Chiavari chairs, ceremony seating, valet parking, ample electrical service and on-site staff; the venue provides bartending and award-winning house wines while couples choose their own outside caterer. Pricing starts around $4,800 (12-hour event with $250 refundable deposit). Pet-friendly and LGBT-friendly; no on-site lodging.
