Virginia Winery for Sale – Award-Winning 868 Estate Vineyards & Restaurant in Loudoun County10/6/2025  Located in the heart of western Loudoun County’s rolling wine country lies 868 Estate Vineyards, one of Virginia’s most acclaimed winery destinations and the recipient of the 2020 Virginia Governor’s Cup Gold Medal for its exceptional 2017 Vidal Blanc Passito. This extraordinary, 120-acre property combines the romance of winemaking, the beauty of the countryside, and the rare opportunity to own a complete wine estate with limitless potential.  Award-Winning Wines, Prime Vineyard Acreage Twenty-one acres of meticulously tended vines produce an impressive range of varietals — from Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc to Viognier, Petit Manseng, Tannat, and Nebbiolo — reflecting the terroir and artistry that have made 868 a must-visit destination on the Virginia Wine Trail. The additional acreage provides ample opportunity for future plantings, expansion of production, or agritourism ventures.  A Complete Winery Operation At the heart of the estate stands a state-of-the-art winery facility, complete with steel tank fermentation room, oak barrel cellar, and case-wine storage. A spacious tasting room and covered pavilion invite guests to linger over award-winning vintages while enjoying live music and panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.  The Former Grandale Farm Restaurant Included in the sale is the former Grandale Farm Restaurant, once one of Loudoun’s most celebrated farm-to-table dining destinations. Outfitted with a full commercial kitchen, this building is ready for its next chapter — a signature restaurant, event space, or exclusive wine-club venue to complement the winery experience.  Historic Manor House & Winemaker’s Cottage Adding to the charm, the property features an 1840 manor house awaiting thoughtful restoration and a winemaker’s cottage, offering flexibility for owners, guests, or staff. Together, they form a timeless backdrop that merges the estate’s rich history with its modern success.   A Rare Legacy Offering Set among Loudoun County’s idyllic byways, 868 Estate Vineyards captures the essence of Virginia wine country — a place where entrepreneurial vision meets natural beauty. Whether envisioned as a thriving winery operation, a hospitality retreat, or a legacy family compound, this offering represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a turnkey estate of distinction.  Listing Price: $7,500,000
Location: 868 Estate Vineyards, Loudoun County, Virginia Presented by: Peter Leonard-Morgan, Associate Broker | Hunt Country Sotheby’s International Realty
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As a Realtor, I experience some profound highs in this, my chosen career, mainly when I witness a client’s joy at closing on a new home or successfully passing one on to its new stewards. In 2018, I had the distinct pleasure of working with Hannes and Sarah Endhardt in their quest for a vineyard or, if the right existing property could not be found, the ideal parcel of raw land on which to plant a vineyard and build a tasting room.  Proudly announcing the entrance to the new property on Lincoln Road, Purcellville Following several disappointments, including a going concern vineyard/winery and a parcel of raw land, which was discovered to be unsuitable for the growing of quality grapevines, we located a 46 acre rolling lot, already in conservation easement, on a serene Virginia Byway, Lincoln Road, Purcellville, and went to work on our due diligence, including soil testing to ensure there were no hidden impediments to making great wine.  One of so many delightful views from the tasting room terrace The real hard work began following closing of the purchase. Hannes and Sarah set about ordering new vines, not a simple matter and one which requires many many months of lead time. Once these arrived, they were meticulously planted while the property was fenced and beautified, with the eventual addition of a meandering gravel drive and adorable rustic modern tasting room, with winery below.  The tasting room terrace overlooks one of two vineyard blocks on the 46 acre property, with the original farmhouse seen way in the distance The naming process was easy and Endhardt Vineyards was born. During September 2021, the tasting room opened quietly with Hannes and Sarah working the tasting bar. Without any fanfare or advertising, it quickly filled with passing oenophiles who spotted the Endhardt Vineyards sign off the main road.  Hannes and Sarah's modern rustic tasting room design fits so well with the environment Take a look at my Country Zest & Style article here, and pay a visit on any Saturday or Sunday, 12 noon to 5pm.  Hannes and Sarah Endhardt working the bar at their eponymous Endhardt Vineyards  To garner a medal, or medals at the annual Virginia Governor’s Cup wine competition in Richmond is an achievement in itself, but to be crowned as the overall winner is the ultimate accolade, and an acknowledgement that the victor’s wine is the best in the Commonwealth. 868 Estate Vineyards, located just west of the Town of Hillsboro in Loudoun County, Virginia accomplished this impressive feat in February 2020 when it triumphed over 105 competitor vineyards, which entered no fewer than 530 wines, to become the 2020 Virginia Governor’s Cup outright winner. 868’s winning wine was its 2017 Vidal Blanc Passito, made from the American hybrid grape, Vidal Blanc, and made using the Italian appassimento method. This technique is one where the grapes are partially dried for a month in shallow baskets in order to produce a highly concentrated sugar content. The result is a rich, sweet and intense honey, pineapple and tropical fruit flavor, best served cold. The idea behind this particular varietal was the brainchild of winemaker, co-owner and company president, Carl Di Manno who, together with fellow owners Peter Deliso and Wendy Charron, purchased the 120-acre property, which included renowned farm to fork restaurant, Grandale Farm restaurant, in 2011. Saving it from becoming what was destined to be just another housing subdivision, 868 Estate Vineyards was founded. Now, less than a decade later, the Governor’s Cup resides proudly in the 868 Estate Vineyards tasting room, where it will remain until next year’s winner is announced. Grandale Farm’s executive chef and co-founder, Author Clark, had been creating exquisite dishes for its discerning clientele since the restaurant opened in 2005 until late 2019, when Chef Clark passed the baton to Chef Thomas Kozak. Today, Grandale offers all of 868’s wines to its diners which include its Chardonel, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Canvas White, a blend of Chardonel and Vidal Blanc. Initial grapevine planting took place in 2012, and resulted in 10 acres of vines which has expanded to 22 acres during the intervening eight years. Visitors enjoy their favorite wines either in the tasting room, conveniently located opposite the restaurant, or outside under or by the pavilion. Notably, all of the grapes which went into the winning wine came from the estate’s one third acre, dedicated Vidal Blanc vineyard block! In addition to the tasting room and restaurant, 868 takes art seriously, with local artists from Loudoun and Fairfax Counties in Virginia, Montgomery County in Maryland and Jefferson County in West Virginia exhibiting and offering their works for sale for three months at a time. Events at 868 include several weddings and corporate gatherings annually plus festivities tailored specifically for ‘Elevation Club’ members, patrons who have committed to buying one case per year, picked up four times annually. In the words of Peter Deliso’s wife, Nancy, 868’s Marketing Director, “868 Estate Vineyards is an avid proponent of a culture of wine, food, art and nature, all of which flourish at the property”. These four values appear to resonate with a lot of folks judging by the number of people coming and going during my visit. 868 Estate Vineyards and Grandale Farm Restaurant are located at 14001 Harpers Ferry Road, Hillsboro, VA 20132. (540) 668-7008 Originally published in the spring 2020 edition of Country Zest & Style magazine - words and photos by Peter Leonard-Morgan |
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