"More of a beer person? No problem. Nestled on 78 acres of rolling countryside in Virginia’s Piedmont region, Barrel Oak brews a rotating selection of craft brews, ranging from a Kölsch pale ale to a French Saison to yes, a hard seltzer with notes of apple and ginger. The winery and tap house has indoor, patio and outdoor picnic areas open all week long, from noon to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday to Sunday. Saddle up to one of five tasting bars to try its goods alongside light fare like pretzels, empanadas, and Boar’s Head snacks (plus pizza vendors on weekends)." - Tierney Plumb, Kalina Newman