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Early Mountain Vineyards

Name: Early Mountain Vineyards
Address: 6109 Wolftown-Hood Road, Madison, VA, 22727, US
Telephone: +1 540-948-9005
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

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Early Mountain Vineyards

Nestled at the foothills of the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains in Madison County, Virginia.
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09/03/2026

Labor Day Weekend in Virginia Wine Country⁠
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Spend the long weekend with Chef Tim’s seasonal menu, a bottle of Virginia wine, and a few unhurried hours at Early Mountain.⁠
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Settle in on the patio, join us in the Tasting Room, or ease into the weekend with extended dinner hours on Friday. 🍷⁠
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RESERVE YOUR TABLE https://www.earlymountain.com

08/27/2026

We’re thrilled to announce our next Taste of Virginia Grand Tasting!

After our inaugural Grand Tasting sold out quickly this spring, Taste of Virginia returns this October with a new lineup of wineries and restaurants from across the Commonwealth.

From established names to emerging and independent producers, the Grand Tasting is a chance to taste across Virginia in one afternoon—revisit producers you know, discover those you should, and meet the winemakers and teams shaping Virginia wine today.

Taste wines from Pollak Vineyards, Paradise Springs, 53rd Winery, Oakencroft Farm & Winery, Hark, Veritas & Flying Fox, Slater Run, Ankida Ridge, Septenary, Barboursville, Blenheim, Revalation, and Early Mountain, alongside food from Patty O’s, Red Truck Bakery, Aster, Blue Rock, Smyrna, and Executive Chef Tim Moore and the Early Mountain culinary team.

Sunday, October 4 | 1–4 PM at Early Mountain Vineyards �$95 | $75 Members

Tickets are available now. 🍷 https://www.earlymountain.com/upcoming-events/taste-of-virginia-wine-and-food-grand-tasting-2

08/04/2026

As the 2026 harvest begins to unfold, the vineyard takes on a new rhythm. The hum of tractors through the vines, warm afternoons on the patio, and a bottle of Petit Manseng shared over Chef Tim Moore's seasonal menu.

These are the moments we look forward to all year. 🍷

08/02/2026

An Evening with Chef Patrick O'Connell⁠⁠
Sunday, September 13, 2026⁠
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Join us for an unforgettable evening with legendary chef, author, and founder of The Inn at Little Washington, Chef Patrick O'Connell, as he celebrates the release of his memoir, Main, Middle & Gay.⁠
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Fireside Interview & Reception
4:00–6:00 PM
The experience begins with a fireside conversation with NBC4 anchor Eun Yang as Chef Patrick O'Connell reflects on his remarkable journey as he transformed a small Virginia restaurant into one of the world's most celebrated dining destinations. Through stories from his memoir, he'll share the experiences, philosophy, and pursuit of excellence that have shaped his life and career.⁠
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The evening holds special significance for Early Mountain. Executive Chef Tim Moore spent a defining chapter of his culinary career at The Inn at Little Washington, where he trained under Chef O'Connell. It is an honor to welcome Chef O’Connell to Early Mountain, where Tim now carries forward that same commitment to exceptional hospitality and thoughtful cuisine.⁠ ⁠

The Chef's Dinner
6:30 PM (following the reception)
Your Chef's Dinner reservation includes the full evening experience, beginning with the Fireside Interview & Reception followed by an intimate five-course dinner by Executive Chef Tim Moore. Limited to just 32 guests, this experience offers the opportunity to enjoy an evening with Patrick O'Connell as he shares stories behind his philosophy on hospitality, and the experiences that have defined his remarkable career.

Reserve your seat.
https://www.exploretock.com/earlymountainwinery/event/private/fc61da4a-8eb1-474d-8ed2-a95ce9c6f2d3

07/22/2026

Join our Sommelier Peggy Kearns Dean and Maggie Bradshaw of Truckle Cheesemongers as they guide you through five thoughtfully selected wine and cheese pairings while sharing the simple principles behind creating exceptional matches. You'll leave with practical tips you can use the next time you're hosting friends, planning a dinner party, or building your own charcuterie board.⁠
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Sunday, August 2 | 2:00–4:00 PM⁠
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Seats are limited, we hope you can join us!⁠
https://www.earlymountain.com/upcoming-events/wine-and-cheese-pairing-experience

07/17/2026

Join us for C-VILLE Restaurant Week, July 20–26.⁠
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For the first time, Early Mountain is proud to be part of this community-wide celebration of Charlottesville's culinary scene. Executive Chef Tim Moore and our culinary team have created a special three-course prix fixe menu that celebrates the season and the ingredients of Virginia.⁠
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Every Restaurant Week menu enjoyed also gives back, with proceeds supporting the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank and its mission to help provide fresh food to neighbors throughout our community.⁠
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Reservations are encouraged, and we look forward to welcoming you to the table.⁠
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View the menu and reserve your table.
https://www.earlymountain.com/upcoming-events/c-ville-restaurant-week

07/16/2026

We're thrilled to announce Lettie Teague as the inaugural Early Mountain Vineyards Wine Writer Fellow.⁠
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Recognizing the important role thoughtful journalism plays in helping consumers better understand wine, we launched the Early Mountain Vineyards Wine Writer Fellowship as an investment in the future of the Virginia wine industry. The response was extraordinary, drawing 70 applicants from 17 states seeking meaningful access to vineyards, harvest, winemaking, and the people moving our region forward.⁠
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For more than three decades, Lettie has been one of America's most respected voices in wine journalism, helping readers understand wine with intelligence, humor, and perspective. During her Fellowship, she'll spend five days immersed in harvest at Early Mountain, working alongside our winemaking and vineyard teams while gaining firsthand experience with the countless decisions that shape a vintage.⁠
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To everyone who applied, thank you. We were inspired by the caliber of applicants and look forward to continuing relationships through future educational opportunities, winery visits, media events, and wine experiences designed to deepen understanding of Virginia wine.⁠
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Please join us in congratulating Lettie—we can't wait to welcome her to Virginia this fall.

06/25/2026

If you know, you know.⁠ 🍅🍷✨️⁠
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Summer Supper Somm has become one of the most anticipated dinners of the year at Early Mountain, and we're thrilled to bring it back for a second season.⁠
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On Saturday, July 11, Executive Chef Tim Moore will transform one of summer's most beloved ingredients—the heirloom tomato—into an unforgettable five-course experience paired with Early Mountain wines.⁠
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Expect the unexpected. Chef Tim's approach is thoughtful, imaginative, and deeply rooted in the season. From vibrant savory dishes to playful creations, each course explores a different expression of the tomato.⁠
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Throughout the evening, Dave and Barbara of Village Garden RVA will share the story behind the exceptional tomatoes featured on each plate, offering a deeper connection to the people and practices that make this dinner possible.⁠
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Set among the vines at the height of summer, this intimate gathering celebrates great food, great wine, and the fleeting flavors that make this season so special.⁠
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We hope you will join us! Saturday, July 11 | 6:00PM⁠
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Seats are limited and this event is expected to sell out quick!
https://www.earlymountain.com/upcoming-events/summer-supper-somm-tomato-wine-dinner

06/17/2026

Introducing the Early Mountain Wine Writer Fellowship.⁠
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Since our founding in 2012 by Jean and Steve Case we have been guided by a simple belief: that Virginia can produce wines that stand alongside the finest in the world.⁠
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Over the past decade, we have helped elevate Virginia wine through thoughtful hospitality, exceptional wines, and a deep commitment to quality.⁠
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The Early Mountain Vineyards Wine Writer Fellowship was created in that spirit.⁠
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Designed for emerging and established writers, the Fellowship invites one selected Fellow to immerse themselves in Virginia wine country during harvest—exploring the people, places, and stories shaping one of America's most exciting wine regions.⁠
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The selected Fellow will receive:⁠
• A five-day residency at Early Mountain Vineyards⁠
• Hands-on harvest experience alongside our winemaking team⁠
• Visits to Virginia wineries⁠
• Travel, lodging, and meals⁠
• VIP access to Taste of Virginia⁠
• A $5,000 unrestricted stipend to support future reporting and writing projects⁠
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Applications are now open through July 5, 2026.⁠
https://www.earlymountain.com/wine-writer-fellowship

05/26/2026

After what feels like weeks of rain, the forecast is finally calling for sunshine this weekend.⁠🌞
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The rolling hills are impossibly green and the patio is calling your name. Reserve a table, and soak in one of the most beautiful weekends of the season in Virginia wine country.⁠
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Reservations recommended.🍷

Address

6109 Wolftown-Hood Road
Madison, VA
22727

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 5:30pm
Thursday	11am - 5:30pm
Friday	11am - 5:30pm
Saturday	11am - 5:30pm
Sunday	11am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+1 540-948-9005

Website

https://www.earlymountain.com/

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