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.
estate Bordeaux in an architect-designed cave
Quick answers
- Is Boxwood Estate Winery dog-friendly?
- No. Boxwood Estate Winery does not permit dogs.
- Do I need a reservation at Boxwood Estate Winery?
- Reservations are recommended at Boxwood Estate Winery, especially on weekends or for groups. Book on CellarPass before you go.
- When does Boxwood Estate Winery open on Saturday?
- Boxwood Estate Winery is usually open on Saturday, but exact Saturday hours are not published here; confirm before you go.
- Is Boxwood Estate Winery family-friendly?
- No. Boxwood Estate Winery is for adults 21 and older.
- What food is available at Boxwood Estate Winery?
- Boxwood Estate Winery lists food as: Charcuterie and specialty-chocolate pairings offered with premium and cave tastings; no full kitchen or outside food.
Why visit
- 100% estate-grown, Bordeaux-style wines crafted with guidance from renowned French consultant Stephane Derenoncourt
- Architect-designed tasting room (Hugh Newell Jacobsen) with an underground barrel cave for premium seated tastings
- Founded in 2001 by John Kent Cooke, former Washington Redskins owner, on an 18th-century Middleburg horse farm
- James Suckling scores in the 92-93 point range (Reserve 2015 rated 93 pts)
- Tiered experiences from a classic flight up to the Cave Tasting and Estate Pairing
What to try
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Recognition
- James Suckling 92-93 pts (Reserve 2015 – 93 pts; four others at 92 pts)
What visitors say
Stunning architect-designed underground cave tasting space
Knowledgeable, attentive pouring staff
Polished estate Bordeaux reds with charcuterie and chocolate pairings
Some find it pricey, red-focused, and a bit rushed
Common themes our editors distilled from public reviews — not individual testimonials.
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