14001 Harpers Ferry Rd Hillsboro, VA 20132

Listing details for 14001 Harpers Ferry Rd, Hillsboro, VA 20132 : A rare and distinguished offering in the heart of Loudoun County’s celebrated wine corridor, 868 Estate Vineyards stands among Virginia’s most decorated and dynamic wine estates. Anchored by its landmark achievement as the recipient of the 2020 Virginia Governor’s Cup for its 2017 Vidal Blanc Passito, the estate continues to elevate its reputation with a remarkable series of recent accolades, including standout honors at the 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup. In 2026 alone, 868 captured two Gold Medals for its 2023 Meritage and 2022 Meritage, along with two Silver Medals for its Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, underscoring the estate’s consistency, craftsmanship, and depth across varietals. Set across approximately 120 rolling acres, with 21 acres currently under vine, the property offers both immediate production strength and meaningful opportunity for expansion. The vineyard portfolio reflects thoughtful site selection and varietal diversity, with plantings that include Chambourcin, Chardonel, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Tannat, Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Merlot, Viognier, and Nebbiolo. Substantial additional acreage provides flexibility for future vineyard expansion, agritourism enhancements, or complementary estate improvements, allowing the next steward to scale while preserving the property’s pastoral beauty. The estate’s continued recognition reinforces its standing among Virginia’s elite producers. Recent distinctions include Best in Class at the 2025 Loudoun Wine Awards for the 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, which also earned a Gold at the Virginia Governor’s Cup, as did the 2022 Meritage and 2022 Chardonnay. The 2023 Meritage earned a Gold Medal and 93 points from the American Wine Society. A comprehensive list of awards and scores is available upon request. The winery is fully equipped as a turnkey production and hospitality operation. The modern facility includes a temperature-controlled steel tank room, barrel aging room, and dedicated case storage, with vineyard and winery equipment, machinery, tanks, barrels, and wine inventory included in the offering. Guest-facing amenities are equally compelling, featuring a well-established tasting room with a loyal regional following, a covered pavilion for seasonal enjoyment, a large permanent canopy designed for weddings and private events, and a pergola and outdoor gathering spaces overlooking the vines. These elements support diversified revenue streams through retail wine sales, wine club memberships, private events, and destination tourism. Adding depth and character to the estate are several significant structures, including an 1840 manor house awaiting restoration, a winemaker’s cottage with supporting outbuildings, and the former acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant, Grandale Farm, complete with commercial kitchen infrastructure and poised for reinvention as a culinary destination or expanded hospitality concept. Few Virginia wineries offer this combination of vineyard scale, award-winning production, event capacity, and culinary potential within a single integrated estate. The sale includes two LLCs encompassing the real estate, vineyard plantings, and operational winery assets, presenting a seamless and comprehensive acquisition opportunity. 868 Estate Vineyards represents more than a winery purchase; it is an opportunity to steward an established brand with statewide recognition, significant growth potential, and the foundation for lasting legacy in one of Virginia’s most vibrant wine regions.