Afton Mountain Vineyards Blog

Man hand-harvesting ripe red grapes in a Virginia vineyard during autumn harvest season.
Man hand-harvesting ripe red grapes in a Virginia vineyard during autumn harvest season.

A Complete Guide to Harvesting Grapes in Virginia Wine Country: Your Top Questions Answered

Discover Pet-Friendly Afton: Your Ultimate Guide to Dog-Friendly Travel in Virginia

A close-up of a tan and black puppy with floppy ears standing outside in a grassy yard.
A close-up of a tan and black puppy with floppy ears standing outside in a grassy yard.
Damien Blanchon.
Damien Blanchon.

A Day in the Life with the Afton Mountain Vineyards Winemaker

Top 10 Tips to Get the Most Out of a Wine Tasting

afton mountain vineyards tasting room 2025.
afton mountain vineyards tasting room 2025.
Top view of a vineyard.
Top view of a vineyard.

Sip and Study: Winemaking in Virginia Wine Country

Afton Mountain Vineyards Earns Virginia Green Certification

Virginia Green Travel Green Tourism Partner logo: Fully-Certified.
Virginia Green Travel Green Tourism Partner logo: Fully-Certified.
Wine bottling machine filling sparkling wine bottles.
Wine bottling machine filling sparkling wine bottles.

The Art of Hand Bottling Sparkling Wine: A Guide for Beginners

Unforgettable Celebrations: Hosting Your Special Event at Afton Mountain Vineyards

Vineyard pavilion with red roof nestled in rolling hills. 
Vineyard pavilion with red roof nestled in rolling hills. 
Rows of grapevines in a vineyard on a sunny day.
Rows of grapevines in a vineyard on a sunny day.

A Wine Lover’s Guide to Nelson 151: Virginia’s Mountain Wine Trail

The Monticello Wine Trail: Where Award Winning Wines Thrive

Autumn vineyard with colorful grapevines and mountain views.
Autumn vineyard with colorful grapevines and mountain views.
Grapevines in a vineyard, mountains in the background
Grapevines in a vineyard, mountains in the background

Virginia Wine’s 2024 Vintage: A Year of Intensity, Promise, and Sustainability