An extraordinary opportunity awaits with the acquisition of one of Virginia’s premier wine estates—recipient of the prestigious 2020 Virginia Governor’s Cup for its 2017 Vidal Blanc Passito.
Set on 120 rolling acres, including 21 acres under vine, 868 Estate Vineyards cultivates an impressive portfolio of varietals: Chambourcin, Chardonel, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Tannat, Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Merlot, Viognier, and Nebbiolo. With substantial additional acreage, the property offers excellent potential for future vineyard expansion.
More recent accolades for 868 included best in class at the 2025 Loudoun Wine Awards for their 2023 Sauvignon Blanc which also earned a Gold at the Virginia Governor’s Cup and 2023 Cabernet Franc; Gold from the American Wine Society for their 2023 Meritage (93 points); Gold at the 2025 Virginia Governor’s Cup for their 2022 Meritage and another Gold for their 2022 Chardonnay. A full list of accolades is available by request.
The estate presents a rich array of amenities, including a well-established tasting room, covered pavilion, large permanent canopy for events, and a pergola for al fresco enjoyment. The modern winery facility features a steel tank room, barrel room, and case storage. Notable additions include an 1840 manor house awaiting restoration, a winemaker’s cottage with supporting structures, and the former acclaimed farm to table restaurant, Grandale Farm, complete with a full commercial kitchen and infrastructure—ready for reinvention as a culinary destination.
The offering includes two LLCs encompassing the real estate, vineyard and winery equipment, machinery, tanks, barrels, and wine inventory, providing a true turnkey operation.
This is a rare chance to acquire a vineyard and winery of distinction in the heart of Virginia wine country—ideal for those driven by a passion for viticulture, hospitality, and legacy-building.
