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Formerly Loudoun Valley Vineyards
boutique wine-lab tastings with a hidden library
Quick answers
- Is The Wine Reserve at Waterford dog-friendly?
- Yes. The Wine Reserve at Waterford is dog-friendly outdoors only.
- Do I need a reservation at The Wine Reserve at Waterford?
- Walk-ins are welcome at The Wine Reserve at Waterford for standard visits.
- When does The Wine Reserve at Waterford open on Saturday?
- The Wine Reserve at Waterford opens at 12:00 on Saturday and usually closes at 18:00.
- Is The Wine Reserve at Waterford family-friendly?
- Yes. The Wine Reserve at Waterford welcomes all ages.
- What food is available at The Wine Reserve at Waterford?
- The Wine Reserve at Waterford lists food as: Gourmet sandwiches, cheese, and charcuterie boards available; outside food always welcome (no outside alcohol permitted per Virginia law)..
Why visit
- Boutique winery opened January 2017 by Jon and Cori Phillips on the former Loudoun Valley Vineyards site, just minutes from Leesburg near the historic Quaker village of Waterford.
- Distinctive "Wine Lab" experience: self-guided flights of six pre-determined wines served test-tube style (about $20), with both mixed and vertical tasting options and informational cards.
- All Loudoun-grown, Loudoun-made wines focused on dry reds and steel-aged whites, with multiple Virginia Governor's Cup gold medalists in back-to-back years.
- Sweeping Blue Ridge and Catoctin Valley mountain views from the deck and grounds, plus an intimate indoor lounge with couches and a fireplace.
- A hidden, 21+ "Wine Library" speakeasy reached by a spiral staircase, seating up to about 12 guests.
- Gourmet sandwiches, cheese, and charcuterie available and outside food always welcome (no outside alcohol); leashed pets welcome on the deck and lawn.
What to try
Gila Petit VerdotQuat Cabernet FrancProssimo Meritage red blendPhoebe Petit Verdot
Recognition
- 2026 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2021 Prossimo Meritage
- 2026 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2022 Phoebe Petit Verdot
- 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2021 Gila Petit Verdot
- 2025 Virginia Governor's Cup Gold — 2021 Quat Cabernet Franc
- 2023 Loudoun Wine Awards Gold, Best Petit Verdot, and Chairman's Grand Award for Best Wine in Loudoun County (Gila Petit Verdot)
What visitors say
Friendly, welcoming, outgoing staff and generous hospitality
Beautiful boutique grounds with Blue Ridge/Catoctin mountain views and a cozy patio/fireplace setting
Novel test-tube "Wine Lab" tasting praised as a unique, fun experience
Broadly liked wines (Petit Verdot, Chardonnay), though a few reviewers find some reds too oaky/woody
Common themes our editors distilled from public reviews — not individual testimonials.
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