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Annefield Vineyards

3200 Sunny Side Road
Saxe, VA 23967

About Annefield Vineyards

Annefield Vineyards is a boutique wine grower near the village of Saxe in Southern Virginia. Planted in 2006, our vineyards lie on the eastern slope of the Staunton River Valley in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia's Southern Piedmont, a place of unparalleled beauty and rich history. Our mild climate and deep, well-drained soils allow us to produce elegantly styled, appropriately balanced and expressive wines. As is typical of Virginia's boutique wineries, production is small and labor intensive. The tasting room is in the farm's circa 1858 Italianate plantation house, which has been attributed to antebellum master builder Jacob W. Holt (1811-1880), a housewright known for his distinctive dwellings in North Carolina and Southside Virginia. Now listed on the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places, Annefield offers a unique and timeless setting for enjoying the fruits of our labor. Please join us.

Hours of Operation

Open weekends April 1 to October 31: Saturdays, 11 am to 6 pm; Sundays 11 am to 4 pm. All other times by appointment.

Winery Fees

Tasting Fee: $5.00 (waived with purchase)

Wines

White

Chardonnay

2009 Annefield Chardonnay
A balanced, easy to drink wine with pleasant peach notes and bright tropical flavors like nectarine, with vanilla in the background. This beguiling Chardonnay has a lingering finish and complex aromas. Serve with gruyere, crab cakes, oysters, chicken and smoked salmon. Composition: 100% Chardonnay. Alcohol: 13.5%. 117 cases produced. Awards: Gold-2011 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition. Silver-2011 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Association Wine Competition; 2011 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition. Bronze-2011 Grand Harvest Awards. Rating: Wine Enthusiast, 85 points.

Viognier

2010 Annefield Viognier
The 2010 vintage closed the season with a rain deficit, which resulted in smaller berries and more concentrated sugars and flavors. On the nose, the wine is clean and fresh, exhibiting wonderful aromas of pear and honeysuckle. The palate shows nice roundness and depth, yet it is crisp and with a touch of sweetness. Hints of melon, grapefruit and orange peel round out the mix on the long finish, with no oak evidence. Serve with chicken, scallops, crab, or roasted pork. Composition: 100% Viognier. Alcohol: 13.8%. 48 cases produced.
2009 Annefield Viognier
Here we reprise our award winning Viognier, with bright honeydew melon and grapefruit flavors, touched with orange blossoms, honeysuckle and lime. Some perceive stone fruits like nectarine; others enjoy the mineral notes and smooth finish. Crisp and silky at once; refreshing and delicious. Serve with fresh brie, chicken, pasta, and pecorino cheese. Composition: 100% Viognier. Alcohol: 13.5%. 92 cases produced. Awards: Bronze-2011 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition; 2011 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition; 2011 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition; 2011 Grand Harvest Awards. Rating: Wine Enthusiast, 86 points.

White Wine Blend

2009 Annefield White
This is our casual, pleasant, fun for any occasion “patio” summer-sipper white. It has a medium to light body with citrus notes, fruity and food-friendly. Some tropical flavors like pineapple and guava are tinged with honeysuckle. It has 2.5% residual sugar, but off-dry. Serve with seafood, light pasta dishes and turkey burgers. Composition: 43% Chardonnay, 43% Rkatziteli, 14% Vidal Blanc. Alcohol: 13.3%. 75 cases produced.

Red

Cabernet Franc

2009 Annefield Cabernet Franc
Our Cabernet Franc is rich and balanced, with soft, velvety tannins and excellent structure. Hints of raspberry and plum, with subtle spice notes complement earthy dishes and strongly flavored fish like mackerel and trout. Serve this versatile wine with pizza, turkey, duck, meat loaf, steak, roasted pork, and tomato-based dishes. Composition: 100% Cabernet Franc. Alcohol: 13.3%. 100 cases produced. Awards: Gold-2011 State Fair of Virginia Wine Competition. Silver - 2011 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Association Wine Competition; 2011 Grand Harvest Awards. Bronze - 2011 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition.

Cabernet Sauvignon

2009 Annefield Cabernet Sauvignon
This dark, ruby red has aromas dominated by black cherry with early tobacco notes moderated by rose water. Big and lush, with round, medium to full-body tannins. Impeccably balanced with an excellent palate and rich tannins – definitely age-worthy, for 7 to 10 years. Serve with leg of lamb, souvlaki, grilled meats, sausages, steaks, roasts, and beef stew. Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Alcohol: 13.8%. 75 cases produced. Awards: Gold-2011 State Fair of Virginia Wine Competition. Silver-2011 Grand Harvest Awards. Bronze-2011 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Association Wine Competition; 2011 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition; 2011 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition.

Red Wine Blend

2008 Annefield Red
This wine has a deep ruby color. Aromas of cherries, dark berries and cedar jump from the glass of this rich, full-bodied and smooth Bordeaux-style blend. Cassis, cocoa powder and a hint of black pepper fill the palate. Good acid and firm, round tannins assure this classically balanced wine’s ability to age gracefully for the next 7 to 10 years. Serve with hamburgers, roast lamb, beef ribeye, filet mignon and roast duck. Composition: 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot. Alcohol: 12.8%. 128 cases produced. Awards: Silver-2010 State Fair of Virginia Wine Competition. Bronze-2011 Finger Lakes International Wine Competition; 2010 Grand Harvest Awards; 2010 Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition. Rating: Wine Enthusiast, 83 points

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