Hillsborough Vineyards & Brewery

Hillsborough Winery and Brewery is a must-visit on our Colonial Grapevine route! Their expansive outdoor space boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a glass of wine. The cute tasting room is also a great place to sample their award-winning wines, which are crafted from years of experience as one of the bedrocks of Loudoun County wine country. We especially love their unique wines like Bloodstone, and their service is always top-notch.

Beautiful views. Been here several times and the wine has been ok on some occasions and less so on others. Tried their beer a couple of times and not my thing, there was just something off about it. The grounds and view are wonderful, prices are also fair compared to some other wineries in the area. Will likely visit again.

It is a gem located in the heart of Hillsborough County. With its impressive landscapes, variety of delicious wines and beers. The wonderful sunset in the vineyards is an experience that will leave you wanting more. I highly recommend Hillsborough Vineyards & Brewery to anyone looking for a lovely and memorable experience.

We had a lovely experience at Hillsborough. We loved that there was an option of wines and beers. The food was really good as well - we ordered the charcuterie plate and the barback pizza! Everything came out quickly and the perfect temperature. Beautiful spot and can’t wait to check it out again in the spring!!

Really great ambience and wine selection. Even the pizza was good

A great and beautiful location!!! Delicous beer. Will be back

Super nice place! Adorable staff, good wine, fair price for the “testing option” (14$ for 3x ⅓ glass). Gregoria views. The only negative point: no vegan options on the menu (I am not even sure about vegetarian ones)

The view is beautiful and wine is excellent. The staff were very unwelcoming towards our group. The outdoor patio had broken glass all over it from previous guests.

Love that they have both beer and wine! I like wine but I love beer more so it was great to go here with friends because everyone could have something they liked. They allow you to bring food in and sit at the outside pavilions. It was a great place to celebrate a friend's birthday!

Hillsborough Brewery and Winery is an exceptional destination that offers more than just a pleasant outing. Nestled amidst rolling hills and framed by picturesque mountain vistas, this establishment provides a serene escape from the busy DC area. The panoramic views alone are worth the visit, but the true highlight is the thoughtfully curated selection of wines and beers. Their wine list features a range of options from crisp whites to robust reds, each with its own unique profile that reflects the region's terroir. Similarly, their craft beers are a testament to local brewing talent, with each brew offering distinctive flavors and a refreshing experience. They have a limited food menu as well - the jumbo hot pretzel is a must-try! Whether you're a wine aficionado, a craft beer enthusiast, or simply someone who enjoys beautiful views and good company, Hillsborough Brewery and Winery delivers an experience that is both relaxing and memorable!

Small but cute winery. Nice for a chill day with friends or a date. They had a pretty decent food menu and a nice selection of wine. There was live music during my visit as well.

I loved visiting Hillsborough Winery in Louden County. Friendly service, great wines! Beautiful grounds, amazing views, nice tasting room with several well spaced tables and ample patio seating, and great wines! They also have a kitchen and beer. One concern, there are several uneven steps from front tasting bar to back seating area.  We will definately be back. Highly recommend! We tasted: Gold Winning Reds:  Cab Sauvignan, Petite Verdot, Ruby Pinks: Serafina, White merlot, Rubys Blush My rating rationale  +1 Service +1 Food~Taste/flavor/quality +1 Presentation +1 Atmosphere/vibe +1 Value

No matter how we tried, we seriously did not enjoy our experience at this winery. They do have great views outside, but it was very hard to get a table. Even though they had a live wine flight tasting available on the menu, they said they weren't offering it... so I'm not sure when you can actually utilize that tasting option. Instead, they gave us a flight of 3 to take to our table. We got that, along with a bottle of Cab Sauv. I don't know how, but every single sample tasted like dirt to us.... Sometimes "earthy" can be too earthy, and you certainly don't expect that with every single wine you taste. I appreciated that they had board games available, but the vibe very much felt like I was at a grandpa's house. Overall, we just really didn't enjoy this vineyard and wouldn't come back or recommend. The extra star is for the games and the view.

Beautiful views, good wines, delicious flatbreads. Just need a few more staff members on Friday nights.

Always enjoy the wine, beer, music, and view. They have live music most Friday evenings and we enjoy their events. Always try to stop when passing by and watch their music series to join every Friday, if we can. We joined their wine club and have really enjoyed the perks. We were able to get into a vertical tasting last minute and can't recommend that more. It was a great experience, great service, incredible tasting. Strongly suggest trying it out/. We enjoy their events baguette and flat breads. Enjoy!

Back at Hillsborough again! Totally forgot that this spot has beer in addition to wine. It's a nice option especially if you're sick of wine after a day of tastings (couldn't be me). Some of their wines are not great but I still enjoy the Opal. It's on the dryer side with a mineral-y citrusy flavor. It is apparently their most popular white wine. We tried another red wine, I think it was the Ruby, but we both thought it was terrible. It smelled amazing but tasted nothing like how it smelled. Apparently it's award winning but it just wasn't doing it for us. The view is just as gorgeous as I remember and all the people working here were super friendly. We didn't stay long since it was getting dark out and but I enjoyed the one glass of Opal.

Beautiful views from the top of a hill surrounded by the vineyards. Wines are decent but not amazing. I tasted the petite manseng (not a fan), Carnelian (Roussane, a grape I'm not familiar with but is sort of like a sauvignon blanc), and the Serefina (a dry rose). Of the three , the rose was my favorite. Dogs are allowed inside the tasting room (and outside), which pushes my review from 3 to 4 stars. Service was also super friendly and helpful. The food was not remarkable - we ordered one of the flatbed pizzas which didn't have tomato sauce and wasn't very exciting.

Overall, it was a lovely experience here! I came with a group of about 12 people on a Friday afternoon and we were able to start outside on the patio area and put tables together as we needed. Once the rain started coming, we were allowed to move our party inside without any issue. The food was overall pretty good! I tried the Ranchers flatbread which was tasty! Some of the other people in my group got the charcuterie and thought it was interesting that it didn't come with crackers. But there are some for purchase inside. The wines overall were enjoyable! The Moonstone was a table favorite. The Ruby's Blush was a close second. & others also enjoyed the Carnelian. There is no table service-you have to go in to order drinks and food and carry everything back to your table. Not the worst but just a little annoying. There was also a live band in the evening! You actually can't hear it really if you're inside or seated outside on the opposite side of the venue which is nice to have the option. Overall, I definitely recommend! The views are beautiful!

Hillsborough has one of the best views of any of the other wineries in NOVA, no question about that. I live coming here and sitting on the patio with wine and picnic. Speaking of wine, their wine gets better every year. The Petite Verdot is truly wonderful. The inside is also lovely if the weather isn't nice - I love how they renovated the old bar and made it classic but comfortable.

Good service. Excellent choices of beer and wine to taste. Nice ambiance with indoor and outdoor seating.

Nice staff. We did a gold red wine flight, wines were mild and drinking type. Nothing overly complex in 3 we tried. Beautiful view of vines and hills. Outside patio was gorgeous, indoor was typical. Fun had beers and wines . View made it worth the trip

I had the best time here. It's cute, cozy and the view is amazing. The wine was good. We had great service. Overall, would highly recommend this place and I plan on being back. Thank you

Foos and service is great. The ambience is beautiful and relaxing. Wine is fabulous!!!!

Nice winery with sweeping views of the hills! The winery specializes in primarily deep red wines and beers (there are only a couple of whites and a rose). 1st come, 1st serve - no reservation required (with groups less than 8). There's about a dozen or so tables for parties of 4 and a few long tables for larger groups. There's plenty of outdoor seating overlooking the hills. We had to wait 1/2 or so to get a table for 3 - just be patient and a table will open up! I noticed that it starts to clear out after 3pm (winery closes around 6pm). Family-friendly winery! We brought our little toddler in a stroller and saw families with infants and young children (they were all well-behaved, no rambunctious kiddos running around or screaming). Dogs are also welcomed INSIDE, I spotted a couple of cute Golden Doodles! You can bring your own food - cheese and charcuterie boards, breads, and meats are also available for purchase. There's no hot food, the kitchen is closed. The wine flights listed on the website are NOT always available and the winery had a much smaller and limited assortment . There were only a few wine flights available primarily of Red wines (Cab Sav, Malbec, Pino Noir types). The Light flight with white wines was my choice, sadly the Rose wasn't available and swapped out with Bloodstone Red. The Carnelian tastes like a Pino Grio. Of the Light flight, the Petite Manseng Opal white wine was the sweetest and hands-down my favorite and got a glass. Hubby got a glass of the Cab Sav! The Blueberry Hard Seltzer was light and refreshing! There are 1/2 dozen or so beers to choose from as well! Great for wine and beer drinkers! While I wasn't a big fan of the wines and didn't buy any bottles, the sweeping views of the hills during the fall foliage was perfect for relaxing with family and friends!

Just okay. Nothing special and a bit far from DC. There wasn't a ton of staff and at one point a staff member yelled from the bar to all of us waiting in line that we needed to know our drink orders or she would make us move out of line. The point of going to a winery is asking the staff about the wines. Really awkward service. Food was fine but overpriced. They should allow outside food like most other wineries. Giving a 4 but probably a truthful 3 and there are many other places to go so I'd go there instead.

Definitely worth the drive! We drove over to have a day out just my wife and I am went to three different wineries. Hillsborough had the lowest rating at 3.5 but it was the best of the three. Large patio, great view over looking the vineyards and the mountains! The food and wines were amazing! We will be coming back!

Beautiful location overlooking sloping hills with vines. Plenty of covered areas to sip wine or beer gazing out.beer selection room is modest but glad they had it. I believe 8 brews with nice golden ale. If you are nearby, check it out

Hillsborough is a pretty ideal winery. It's got views, no crowds, relaxing atmosphere. The grounds are manicured meticulously. Wisteria vines are simply gorgeous and definitely set this winery apart. The only thing I would change is the playlist. Taylor Swift and other pop junk spoil the vibe. Managers, please pick a mellow playlist of tasteful indie to go with the cozy atmosphere.

We enjoyed the white wines and it was a a lovely place. But the service was a mess. Like so bad that I went with 2 stars. I mean under staffed I get. But the one person working was talking so much she confused herself, no sense of what order you came in and just kinda ruined it.

Great winery with good beer and friendly staff. Awesome views. Been here several times.

Great winery and brewery! I went on a Sunday around 4 ish (they close at 6pm). So on weekends they have a different wine tasting set up. I want to say the employees were pretty nice and helpful. The tasting is done on your own, you pick which tasting and it's a choice of 3 wines. I was taking back but she explained that weekend get really busy and it's better for the customers to just sit at their tables . Each wine came with a description so that was great. I picked all three red wines as I am more of a red wine girl..The wines were pretty good , my favorite one was my date decided to do a beer tasting, cant comment on the taste as I hate beers . I love their decor, different and rustic. The fireplace makes it really Romantic. They have a patio and it's a pretty decent size! Will definitely go back during spring to enjoy the patio and the live music

I love the wine flight tasting. I got the white flight, their pours are very generous and the view is gorgeous up on the hill. I also like the presentation of their flight, each of the tasting has a little note card in front of it with the tasting note and description. I get to sip on the wine while learning more about it at the same time. Highly recommend this winery in purceville.

Definitely an underrated winery that's nestled away in the rolling hills of Virginia, Hillsborough has a lot to offer. We came in to get a tasting first and were surprised by 1) how many tasting options they had 2) the heavy pour of these tastings and 3) the fairly cheap price. We got a glass of wine's worth of 3 wines in a particular category. We tried the roses, the sweet wines, and the medium reds. I liked the Serfina rose wine the best, and all the wines were generally decent. Best wines I've ever tried? No, but they had merit and were drinkable if you aren't a complete wine snob. The inside tasting area is in a rustic barn and the sitting area has a fire place in winter. The highlight of this place is the large patio space which opens up on the vineyards and the beautiful views of VA. You can eat outside food on the patio which is nice, and this place is also kid friendly. We did try their spinach artichoke dip which was pretty ok but we loved the mini naans served with it. They had a vaster food selection then most wineries which is really refreshing. 5/5 for beauty, 5/5 service, 4/5 for food, 4/5 for wine. I would give them a 4.5 if I could!

This winery has beautiful views of the surrounding area. We were greeted at the ordering area with a lot of enthusiasm and ordered 2 tasting flights. We took these to a table which was nicely spaced out from others. The wine was ok, but neither of us enjoyed it enough to order a bottle. I look forward to being able to do more tastings where it isn't just 3 due to COVID restrictions.

I have visited Hillsborough Vineyards and Brewery several times in the past year. Never have had a bad experience! The wine is fabulous, the flatbreads are really good too. The view and ambiance is spectacular! The patio area is amazing, with plenty of seating and shade. The service is great, staff are very personable and friendly. I have brought several friends to the winery, and they love it!

Wow! What an adorable winery in the hills of Virginia. This was our first stop of our winery tour and we fell in love. Set in between the grape vines, and overlooking a valley. We did the wine tasting for the white, red, and rose wine. Of those we enjoyed the rose tasting the most. Can't wait to return to this winery in the fall to enjoy the colorful scenery of the trees.

Honestly no idea how this place isn't a 5 star! We had a great experience. The staff today was really sweet and she was eager to help us find our perfect beer / wine. Clearly educated in her field! We really enjoyed all the wines we tried - mostly focused on the reds as that's our flavor preference. Nothing disappointed! My husband's beer flight was also great as well. We left with a bottle of Opal and of Onyx. We only didn't leave with beer because they were sadly sold out of his favorite. We'd definitely return! Also they do have some beautiful views, even on cloudy/rainy days!

I used to be with other friends regular patrons of this winery not because of the quality & selection of the wines they have but for the panoramic views this winery has and also for the flexible policy they use to have allowing people to bring their own food at certain days of the week It looks like this policy has changed now. On my last visit one week ago on a Tuesday I was with my wife and there was only one other couple all the time we were there yet we were asked not to bring any more food and ridiculously their pantry was practically empty and with very little choice of cheese and cold cuts From now I will go to other wineries with flexible policy with regard outside food and believe me there are many of these wineries in this area with nice view and better wines

Beautiful spot, surprisingly good snacks, excellent beer. Understaffed, long lines, slow service.

This was my favorite winery of our day of wine tasting! The views were amazing (lots of photo opportunities) and there is ample outside seating to enjoy your wine with a view. For their tastings you choose three wines of a certain type (ex/whites, bold reds, rose), and while it's fewer wines than most nearby tastings each comes with a larger pour (2 oz). The staff provide less information about the wines than other tastings, since most people are taking their wines outside to enjoy, but they were friendly and helpful if we had questions, and each wine comes with an information card. Our group wanted lunch more substantial than a cheese plate, so we chose this winery because they offered flatbreads. The food was exactly what we needed to fill our stomachs enough to continue trying wineries, but wasn't necessarily anything extraordinary.

We visited for a wine tasting one Sunday afternoon. We arrived 16 minutes before closing - and were told they were done tasting for the day - the person behind the bar advised us they stop serving 15 minutes before closing time. I responded that I was not trying to be difficult, but it was actually 16 minutes before closing time - and showed him the time on my iPhone (which of course is synced to a Network Time Server). He then opted to serve us. Nothing about any of the wines wowed me - but they were interesting to taste. They have a Petit Verdot available for sale (but not for tasting) - as I am a big fan of the Petit Verdot style - I did purchase a bottle of their Petit Verdot to drink later. Beautiful site and views of the surrounding mountains! #HillsboroughVineyards

Great views here! If you have the Virginia Wine pass, the deal is BOGO tastings with a bottle purchase. I got the Sweet Finish tasting which includes the Serefina, Ruby's Blush and the Moonstone. My boyfriend got the beer flight which includes Hillsbrow, Blonde Moment, IPALot, The Rusty Silo, and the October fest beer.

Beautiful place to enjoy an afternoon relaxing, trying different wines and beers while enjoying the view, particularly in the fall with an impressive panoramic view of the colorful hills.

The views were STUNNING. The wines were good and I liked the cards they gave you when you got a flight, since you can't do actual tastings. The staff were friendly and it seemed like a nice place!

I love this place! I've been multiple times but finally snapped some shots here! In non Covid times they have a great menu! Can't wait for it to come back

Really nice visit; amazing views and several excellent wines. They have 'regular' and Reserve tasting options; I did the Reserve. They also have Tannat and several other grapes I rarely see. Overall a very worthwhile trip. They grow 12 acres of vines (plus 4 planted) and make 2800 cases/year, most of it estate grown (minus the Viognier and the Chardonnay). I constantly pass Hillsborough but rarely stop there, not because I don't like them but they are in the middle of a whole bunch of wineries. In retrospect I wonder if I downplayed them, because I'd been there several times and always rated them at 'good' at their worst, and usually above average on a good day (and there've been several). But then again, maybe that's because I'm biased towards non-sweet wines, and I appreciate their willingness to experiment in ways that benefit my palate. The view is amazing; definitely one of the nicer ones I can remember. The tasting room is also well appointed, with a nice patio and a large-ish indoor sitting area. For a smaller winery, this place was definitely built to impress. But like I said, perhaps what impressed me the most was their willingness to experiment. Not only do they have Tannat (a rare-ish grape for this area) but they also grow Rousanne (a white grape I almost never see) and Fer Servadou (a grape usually found in SW France). Whites: None were sweet; in fact some were fairly heavy as whites go. I would say these are more food pairing wines than stand-alone wines. 2012 Carelian (Roussanne): A Rhone valley varietal rarely seen in this area. It seemed fairly thick as white go; that's the best way I could describe it. It wasn't desert-sweet, but I suspect this is a wine best served with pound cake. 2013 Opal (Petit Manseng): Strong honeysuckle notes. Not as heavy as the Carelian, but not bad if you like this varietal (which I do) 2013 Cab Savignon: Actually it's more of a blend (75% Cab Sav plus Merlot and Cab Franc). This was especially light; kinda a red wine for white drinkers. Slight cherry notes and low tannins. 2013 Syrah: I'm not a huge Syrah fan, but theirs wasn't bad. They advertised it as something that can be chilled, which I could totally see. 2014 Bloodstone (Fer Servadou and a small bit of Tannat): A little peppery; kinda reminded me of a Cab Franc. Bought a bottle (mom you're welcome) 2013 Ruby: Red blend with 50% Tannat and the rest Fer and Petit Verdot. My favorite of the lineup. Very complex and smooth White Merlot: This was another surprise, and a 'bonus' wine beyond my red-heavy tasting. White Merlot is Merlot but fermented like a white grape. VERY light; definitely a hit for someone who claims they don't like red wines. I'm usually a lover of bold reds, but I like this for how different it was. Sadly they were out of Petit Verdot, and they don't have a 100% Tannat.

Such a beautiful winery with lovely outdoor space. We brought our lunch here a few weeks ago and had delicious wine on the patio.

Hillsborough Vineyards is one of the more scenic and historically beautiful vineyards in the area. Family owned and operated, this vineyard looks down upon a stunning landscape of mountains and valleys. Selection - 4 They have a great selection of wines for tasting ranging from rosés, to bold reds and sweeter whites. Personally I'm not a huge fan of their wines, but I do appreciate the craftsmanship of how their made. They just aren't my taste. Atmosphere - 5 Located in a 100+ year old barn, the tastings are held at their front bar, as well as seated in a dining room of sorts off of the main room. The atmosphere is very homey with a hint of sophistication. You definitely feel fancy trying wine here! The staff is extremely friendly and welcomes you in immediately. There's also abundant seating options here; ample seating both indoors and outdoors! Wine Presentation - 5+ Our server, Jeff, who we've had the pleasure of visiting with a few times now, is just amazing! He does an outstanding job describing each wine and explaining the unique processes that their wine goes through before being bottled up. He's extremely professional and charismatic and I just love him! Overall, Hillsborough gets a 4.5 from me. I'm definitely a huge fan of this vineyard and happily recommend it!

They have a syrah which is very good and light. Not a grape that many NoVa vineyards have. Hillsborough is a beautiful property and a great place to sit out in the sun and have a glass (or two) of wine. Great petit manseng. Tastes of honey and figs. Cab sav is low in tannin with black pepper and herb notes to it. Excellent but different from a chewy jammy Napa cap. This is smoother and more earthy.

Probably one of the best winery views in NOVA! The service was great; staff were friendly and fun to talk to. The wine was on par for the area, but honestly nothing I would rave about. Totally worth the stop if you're doing a wine tour!

I visited Hillsborough Vineyards for my friend's bachelorette party in September 2016 and absolutely loved it! The view from the winery is gorgeous and overlooks a vast field. The winery itself is quaint and cozy. Our tasting was excellent and we learned a lot about the wine we tasted. My favorite was their Hillsborough Syrah. I would certainly love to return for a future tasting! Virginia's wineries are certainly impressive.

Place is super cute with an amazing view. The wine was perfect, and the service was on point. Alina and staff were awesome! They took such great care of us and can't wait to go back there again!

Really nice visit on a weekday, special shout out to Joey for being an excellent and friendly host. The beers are quite good, as well as the wine. Tried the "lips don't lie" and "stone cold fox" beers as well as the whites and pinks flights. Highly recommend the white merlot and the lips don't lie beer.

Caton, Joey and Brooke have been extremely kind, friendly and literally did THE MOST at Hillsborough with our time here. We weren't here for that long but they definitely made an impression and we just had a wonderful experience, aside from leaving around 6pm we definitely spent a good day here!! Thank you Hillsborough fam!

Great wine and beautiful view. Very friendly staff and the flatbread was delicious. We will be back :)

This place is absolutely gorgeous! We tried their white wines for our wine tasting and they were pretty descent. I think I'm going to go with Rosé next time. The staff is super helpful and nice. We had brought our own food so I can't comment on their food/cheese plates.

I am giving three stars for their ability to facilitate a large group. Initially, I had been given two options - either to do full group tasting or allow people to order flights or order by the glass. I opted for the latter for our group. When we arrived, the place was PACKED, and to my dismay despite making a reservation there was no space set aside for us. It took ages to get served, as it seemed somewhat understaffed. The wine was good, and we found a nice place to sit outside. However, I wish there had been more transparency on what having a "reservation" for a large group really meant.