Before you go: These details reflect our latest research and change seasonally — confirm directly with the venue. Last verified July 7, 2026. New to tasting rooms? Start with what to expect.
bluff-top panorama where every seat has a view
Quick answers
- Is 50 West Vineyards dog-friendly?
- Yes. 50 West Vineyards is dog-friendly outdoors only.
- Do I need a reservation at 50 West Vineyards?
- Reservations are recommended at 50 West Vineyards, especially on weekends or for groups. Book on Tock before you go.
- When does 50 West Vineyards open on Saturday?
- 50 West Vineyards is usually open on Saturday, but exact Saturday hours are not published here; confirm before you go.
- Is 50 West Vineyards family-friendly?
- No. 50 West Vineyards is for adults 21 and older.
- What food is available at 50 West Vineyards?
- 50 West Vineyards lists food as: Cheese and charcuterie plates plus small bites; outside picnics welcome in outdoor seating only (no outside alcohol).
Why visit
- Panoramic Bull Run Mountain views through floor-to-ceiling windows — a genuine best-views winery where nearly every seat looks out over the valley
- Tasting room is a converted, solar-powered horse stable (The Tack Room) perched on a bluff just past historic Aldie
- 100% Virginia wine made by Sunset Hills winemaker Corry Craighill from fruit grown on five family-owned farms
- Governor's Cup medal winners — 2025 gold for the Aldie Heights Cuvée (Cab Sauvignon/Tannat blend) and silver for Ashby Gap
- Strictly 21+ across the entire property (since Nov 2023), making it a calm, adults-only tasting escape
- Sister winery to Sunset Hills, owned by Chris & Katie Key
What to try
Aldie Heights CuvéeAshby Gap red blendVidal BlancViognier
Recognition
- 2026 Virginia Governor's Cup Best in Show — 2024 Vidal Blanc
- 2026 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2023 Cabernet Franc
- 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup Case winner and Gold — 2021 Aldie Heights Cuvée
What visitors say
Breathtaking mountain views and spacious, comfortable tasting room
Quality Virginia wines with knowledgeable, informative tasting staff
Limited hours and early weekday closures frustrate some visitors
Occasional complaints of inconsistent service
Common themes our editors distilled from public reviews — not individual testimonials.
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