Events › Scottsville
South on Rt 20 · 30–40 min from Charlottesville
Down Route 20 where the James River bends, Scottsville pairs a historic river town — brewery included — with laid-back vineyards in the surrounding hills. Events here feel like a local secret.
An afternoon of wine and cheese featuring Truckle Cheesemongers of Richmond, VA. $70 per person | $60 Wine Club Members. Space is limited, advance reservations required.
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James River Brewery is a craft brewery and taproom in Scottsville, Virginia, tucked into the foothills of the Blue Ridge alongside Mink Creek. Award-winning beers are brewed on-site by Head Brewer Darren Queen, with a rotating lineup that spans hoppy IPAs, smooth Hefeweizens, and plenty of styles in between. The tasting room offers a warm, relaxed atmosphere where friendly, knowledgeable staff help visitors find a new favorite among the many brews on tap. Outside, the beer garden hosts live music from musicians across Central Virginia and beyond on weekends, and a fire pit keeps the space comfortable year-round. With its scenic creekside setting and welcoming vibe, James River Brewery is a relaxed gathering spot for craft beer and live music.
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Michael Shaps Wineworks is a winery nestled in the woods just south of Charlottesville, Virginia, offering a tasting experience that blends Old World tradition with Virginia terroir. Founded in 2007 by acclaimed winemaker Michael Shaps, the winery is known for producing small-batch, age-worthy wines that emphasize balance, varietal integrity, and regional character. Guests can enjoy seated tastings featuring both the Michael Shaps Virginia wines and his imported Maison Shaps Burgundy selections, which are bottled in Meursault, France and shipped directly to the winery. The rustic-industrial tasting room provides ample indoor and outdoor seating, including a spacious deck, a stone patio, and an expansive front lawn for relaxed sipping in nature, while wine club members can retreat to the upstairs Loft for more intimate gatherings. With flights, glasses, and bottles to enjoy, a wine club offering curated Virginia and Burgundy shipments, and curated events throughout the year, Michael Shaps Wineworks celebrates craftsmanship and the evolving story of Virginia wine.
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Whitehall Farm & Vineyard is located just south of Charlottesville, Virginia, in the award-winning Monticello viticultural area of Albemarle County. Comprised of 310 gently rolling acres, the farm is home to a vineyard, an equestrian facility, and the South Paddock Winery. Its history dates back to the 1780s, when Southern Albemarle farmland was prized for its proximity to the James River, the superhighway of the 18th and 19th centuries. The farm has evolved over time but retains a gentle, timeless beauty. Visitors are invited to experience the farm on horseback, sip wine at the South Paddock Winery, or host a special event on the grounds. The winery welcomes guests on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm, with wedding and event tours available by appointment.
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