On Saturday, the larger group started by grabbing sandwiches at my favorite sandwich place in Charlottesville, Bellair Market. Bellair is inside of a gas station and is always delicious. After grabbing lunch, we headed to three vineyards:
- Jefferson Vineyards - First stop was Jefferson Vineyards, which is quite close to Monticello. Tastings are $10 and happen in their rustic tasting room. As a lifetime member of the UVa alumni association, I will have lifetime free tastings at Jefferson Vineyards which is always a positive! We tasted 10 wines and after doing so, bought a bottle to share on their deck while we ate our Bellair sandwiches.
- Trump Winery - Next stop was Trump Winery, which is just ten minutes down the road from Jefferson. Trump has a gorgeous view that overlooks their vineyards and rolling hills. Their deck outside is awesome to sit on and they have a tasting bar both outside and inside.
- Blenheim Vineyards - Our last stop of the day was at Blenheim Vineyards, which is a vineyard owned by Dave Matthews and about one minute from Trump Winery. I love their tasting room because it overlooks their wine production/barreling room so it has an awesome feel to it.
I love Charlottesville and am so happy I get to go back every so often, especially with friends. Can't wait until I can make it back there again!
