Jefferson Vineyards

Thomas Jefferson had a deep interest in wine and was known for his efforts to promote viticulture in Virginia and the United States. To that end, he convinced Italian vintner Philip Mazzei to settle in Albemarle County in late 1773 and induced him to do so by giving him a 193-acre tract of land where Mazzei planted a vineyard. Jefferson was also a shareholder in Mazzei’s Wine Company, the first commercial wine company in the United States.

While neither man fully realized their aspiration of a viable wine enterprise, their partnership planted the seeds of what has become a thriving wine industry in Virginia. More than 200 years later, their vision became a reality at Jefferson Vineyards.

Our award-winning wines range from delicate and refreshing, to elegant, full-bodied, and rich. Our well known wines include Viognier, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, and Meritage. The Vine, our on-site food truck, serves seasonally inspired fresh sandwiches, salads, and light bites.

Jefferson Vineyards is located between Monticello and James Monroe’s Highland, only 10 minutes from downtown Charlottesville. Enjoy views of rolling hills and taste one of Virginia's premier Viognier wines or savor our wines at the fireplace while enjoying our indoor seating areas.