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Loudoun County's original winery since 1984
Quick answers
- Is Willowcroft Farm Vineyards dog-friendly?
- Yes. Willowcroft Farm Vineyards welcomes leashed dogs inside and outdoors.
- Do I need a reservation at Willowcroft Farm Vineyards?
- Walk-ins are welcome at Willowcroft Farm Vineyards for standard visits.
- When does Willowcroft Farm Vineyards open on Saturday?
- Willowcroft Farm Vineyards opens at 12:00 on Saturday and usually closes at 19:00.
- Is Willowcroft Farm Vineyards family-friendly?
- Yes. Willowcroft Farm Vineyards welcomes all ages.
- What food is available at Willowcroft Farm Vineyards?
- Willowcroft Farm Vineyards lists food as: No on-site kitchen; outside food and picnics welcome indoors or out (no outside alcohol).
Why visit
- Loudoun County's oldest winery, opened in 1984, set in a rustic 1870s barn high on Catoctin Ridge
- Flagship Petit Verdot earned a Gold at the 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup
- One of the few Loudoun tasting rooms where leashed dogs are welcome inside
- Genuinely family-friendly: under-21 guests admitted free and picnics are welcome (outside food OK, no outside alcohol)
- Hilltop panoramas over the Loudoun Valley and Blue Ridge from one of the highest points near Leesburg
- Intimate, unpretentious barn atmosphere that predates the modern Loudoun wine boom
What to try
Petit VerdotBordeaux-style "Assemblage" red blendAlbarinoChardonnay Reserve
Recognition
- 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2022 Petit Verdot
What visitors say
Charming, authentic old red-barn setting
Scenic hilltop views and a peaceful, uncrowded vibe
Well-made, fairly priced wines (reds especially)
Occasional slow or inconsistent service when understaffed
Common themes our editors distilled from public reviews — not individual testimonials.
Also ranked in
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