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Upper Shirley Vineyards

Upper Shirley Vineyards

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Upper Shirley Vineyards sits in Charles City, Virginia, working with Viognier, Mourvèdre, Petite Verdot, Tannat, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2018 Zachariah blends 58% Petite Verdot, 25% Tannat, and 17% Merlot. The 2019 Blanc De Blancs spends twenty months sur lie in méthode traditionnelle. There's a 2021 Divertido from Mourvèdre and an NV Provence-style dry Rosé. The tasting room opens Thursdays through Sundays, 11 am to 5 pm, with outdoor seating and food. The Zachariah Society wine club offers Silver membership at $149 annually or Gold at $249.

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Varietals

ViognierMourvèdrePetite VerdotTannatMerlotCabernet SauvignonPetit Verdot

When to go

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
Thursday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know

Yes — Upper Shirley Vineyards has a tasting room open to visitors.
Upper Shirley Vineyards focuses on Viognier, Mourvèdre, Petite Verdot, Tannat, Merlot, and more. Signature bottles include 2021 Viognier, 2021 #2 White, NV Rosé, 2022 Sparkling Rosé, 2019 Blanc De Blancs, 2021 Divertido, 2018 Zachariah, 2019 Petit Verdot, 2019 Tannat. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Upper Shirley Vineyards has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Upper Shirley Vineyards is in Charles City, Virginia. Phone: +1 804-829-9463. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Upper Shirley Vineyards offers: Weddings & Private Events and Zachariah Society Wine Club. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.
Yes, Upper Shirley Vineyards has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.

Location

600 Shirley Plantation Rd
Charles City, Virginia, United States of America

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