Conserving land, one grapevine at a time

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.
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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