Merlot wineries in Northern Virginia
51 of the 98 wineries in Northern Virginia list Merlot among their wines, according to their own websites. Each entry quotes the winery's page and links to it. Last checked November 1, 2026.
By county: Loudoun County and Fauquier County and Prince William County and Rappahannock County and Madison County.
8 Chains North Winery
Waterford, Loudoun County
“2022 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Furnace Mountain Red, Pink Link Rosé, Hot Donkey and Lo.Co. Vino.
From their “buy virginia wine online” page, checked November 1, 2026
Accord Vineyards
Linden, Fauquier County
“2023 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Le Renard Rouge, Le Renard Gris, Situationally Dependent and Freezeland Red.
From their “wine list” page, checked November 1, 2026
Bleu Frog Vineyards
Leesburg, Loudoun County
“2022 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Bullfrog Meritage, Five Dog Night, Mad Frog and Bleu Moon.
From their “bleu frog vineyards” page, checked November 1, 2026
Bluemont Vineyard
Bluemont, Loudoun County
“2021 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Ascent Red, Farm Table Red, Vidal Blanc "Script" and Daydream Rosé.
From their “tasting room current menu” page, checked November 1, 2026
Boxwood Estate Winery
Middleburg, Fauquier County
“predominately Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc”
Wines they feature: Boxwood, Topiary, Trellis and Reserve.
From their “about” page, checked November 1, 2026
Bozzo Family Vineyards
Purcellville, Loudoun County
“Our vineyard is planted currently with 3 white varietals, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Viognier, and 4 red varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot.”
Wines they feature: 2nd Act Red Wine Blend, La Famiglia, Sei What? Red Blend and Valle Tranquilo.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Capstone Vineyards
Linden, Fauquier County
“Our varietals include Merlot, Chardonnay, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Franc, Chenin Blanc, Muscat Ottonel, Roussanne, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blanc.”
From their “about us” page, checked November 1, 2026
Carriage House Wineworks
Waterford, Loudoun County
“Featuring older vintages of Merlot, Chambourcins, Petit Verdot and Tannat.”
Wines they feature: Petit Verdot Estate, Red Barouche, Shelly Sparkling White and Gentry Sparkling Rose.
From their “events” page, checked November 1, 2026
Casanel Vineyards & Winery
Leesburg, Loudoun County
“Named in honor of our owner Casey, this red blend, made up of five Bordeaux grapes (Virginia Merlot and Cab Franc, and Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Carménère, and Petit Verdot)”
Wines they feature: Ellianna, Patricia Marie, José Rosé and White Spark.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Chateau O’Brien at Northpoint Winery & Vineyard
Markham, Fauquier County
“2022 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Judy’s, Arinarnoa, Northpoint Red and Padlock Red.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Chester Gap Cellars
Front Royal, Warren County
“Enjoy our Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Viognier, Roussanne, Petit Manseng and Chardonnay.”
Wines they feature: Hillside Red, Vintner's Red, White Merlot and Viognier Reserve.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Creek's Edge Winery
Lovettsville, Loudoun County
“Early varietals included Chambourcin, Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.”
Wines they feature: Water’s Edge White.
From their “our story” page, checked November 1, 2026
Crimson Lane Vineyards
Linden, Fauquier County
“This Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon blend presents a nose of black fruits and cherry cola”
Wines they feature: Collina, Parral and Vitale.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Domaine Fortier
Lovettsville, Loudoun County
“2021 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Le Pivot, Cabernet Franc Reserve and Les Quatre.
From their “our wines 2” page, checked November 1, 2026
DuCard Vineyards
Etlan, Madison County
“2022 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Black Bear, Triskele, Dorothy's Slippers and C'est Trop.
From their “current releases” page, checked November 1, 2026
Effingham Manor Winery
Nokesville, Prince William County
“2022 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Kings Ransom, Snort, Meritage and Celebration.
From their “our wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Fabbioli Cellars
Leesburg, Loudoun County
“Raspberry Merlot 750mL”
Wines they feature: Tre Sorelle, Cultivator, Meritage and Royalty.
From their “shop” page, checked November 1, 2026
Farm de Vine
Hillsboro, Loudoun County
“varietals such as Norton, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Chambourcin, and more.”
Wines they feature: La Rosé, White Oak and Boyken.
From their home page, checked November 1, 2026
Glen Manor Vineyards
Front Royal, Warren County
“we grow Sauvignon Blanc, and four of the Bordeaux red varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot.”
From their “vineyard” page, checked November 1, 2026
Good Spirit Farm Winery
Round Hill, Loudoun County
“2023 Good Spirit Farm Merlot”
Wines they feature: Good Spirit Farm Red Blend, Good Spirit Farm Lighthouse Red, Good Spirit Farm Albariño and Good Spirit Farm Merlot.
From their “shop” page, checked November 1, 2026
Granite Heights Winery
Warrenton, Fauquier County
“We currently have planted Merlot, Cab. Sauv, Petit Verdot, Cab. Franc, Barbera, Chardonnay, Petit Manseng, and Lagrein.”
Wines they feature: humility.
From their home page, checked November 1, 2026
Greenhill Vineyards
Middleburg, Loudoun County
“Merlot”
Wines they feature: Eternity, Superstition, Intuition and Petit Manseng Reserve.
From their home page, checked November 1, 2026
James Charles Winery
Winchester, Frederick County
“2022 JB Merlot”
Wines they feature: Bogaty Reserve Trinity and JC SS Chardonnay.
From their “all wine” page, checked November 1, 2026
Little Washington Winery
Washington, Rappahannock County
“Chateauneuf du Shenando Merlot”
Wines they feature: George, Shenandoah Steel Chardonnay, Solstice and Old World Oak Chardonnay.
From their “wine” page, checked November 1, 2026
Lost Mountain Vineyards
Delaplane, Fauquier County
“A blend of Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot”
Wines they feature: Lost Mountain and Rendezvous.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Magnolia Vineyards & Winery
Amissville, Rappahannock County
“45% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc, 15% Petit Verdot.”
Wines they feature: Sorriso, Felice, Pazzo and Larboard.
From their “our wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Morais Vineyards
Bealeton, Fauquier County
“Merlot-$30”
Wines they feature: Battlefield, Comendador, MV Ruby and Cherry Wine.
From their “the wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Mountain Run Winery
Culpeper, Culpeper County
“2018 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Meritage, Culpeper Crimson and Petit Manseng.
From their “mountain run winery” page, checked November 1, 2026
Naked Mountain Vineyard
Markham, Fauquier County
“80% Merlot 20% Norton”
Wines they feature: Raptor Red, Barrel-Fermented Chardonnay and Chardonnay/Riesling.
From their “menu” page, checked November 1, 2026
Narmada Winery
Amissville, Rappahannock County
“2021 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Melange and Reflection.
From their home page, checked November 1, 2026
Nokesville Winery
Nokesville, Prince William County
“Made from Virginia Merlot, Virginia Petit Verdot, and California Cabernet Sauvignon”
Wines they feature: Front Porch, Campfire Red, Lyn and Lily.
From their “nokesville winery” page, checked November 1, 2026
October One Vineyard
Leesburg, Loudoun County
“We grow Albarino, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot.”
From their “faqs” page, checked November 1, 2026
Old Farm Winery at Hartland
Aldie, Loudoun County
“The 2021 Merlot has earthy hints of leather”
Wines they feature: Tally Ho, Sweet Vixen and Sparkling Red.
From their “all wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Old House Vineyards
Culpeper, Culpeper County
“First Vines were Planted (Merlot)”
Wines they feature: Bacchanalia.
From their “history” page, checked November 1, 2026
Otium Cellars
Purcellville, Loudoun County
“Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Merlot, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Grüner Veltliner”
Wines they feature: Hail Medley and Tranquility Signature Red Blend.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Pearmund Cellars
Broad Run, Fauquier County
“this unique blend features 50% merlot, with Cab Franc, Cab Sauv and Petit Verdot behind.”
Wines they feature: Pearl Chardonnay, Ameritage, Ameritage Reserve and Black Ops.
From their “Pearmund Cellars” page, checked November 1, 2026
Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery
Leon, Madison County
“Prince Michel Merlot”
Wines they feature: Prince Michel Constellata, Prince Michel Amante, Prince Michel Obsydian and Prince Michel Tres Bien.
From their “shop” page, checked November 1, 2026
Private Label Cellars
Catharpin, Prince William County
“2023 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Winemaker's Blend and PLC Sparkling.
From their “visit” page, checked November 1, 2026
Quièvremont Wine
Washington, Rappahannock County
“Grape varieties include Chardonnay, Malbec, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon,”
From their home page, checked November 1, 2026
Revalation Vineyards
Madison, Madison County
“Sparkling rosé made from 50% Tannat, 29% Vidal Blanc, 21% Merlot”
Wines they feature: Athena, Village Estate Reserve, Duet and Hera.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Slater Run Vineyards
Upperville, Fauquier County
“Varietals include: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Sauvignon Blanc.”
Wines they feature: Roots, First Bridge, The Pit Jumper and The Hunt.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Stone Tower Winery
Leesburg, Loudoun County
“2023 Merlot Reserve”
Wines they feature: Sanglier Noble, South Fork, Hogback Mountain and Sycolin Creek.
From their “shop” page, checked November 1, 2026
The Barns at Hamilton Station
Hamilton, Loudoun County
“2021 Merlot $38.00”
Wines they feature: Bank Barn White, Bank Barn Red, HSV Harmony and Port Style Red.
From their “wine” page, checked November 1, 2026
The Wine Reserve at Waterford
Waterford, Loudoun County
“A blend of Merlot, Cab Sauv, PV, and Cabernet Franc”
Wines they feature: First Harvest, Gila and Voyager.
From their “menu” page, checked November 1, 2026
The Winery at Bull Run
Centreville, Fairfax County
“2023 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Reconciliation.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm
Gainesville, Prince William County
“2023 Merlot”
Wines they feature: Sweet Grace, Billy Earl and Cashel.
From their “menu” page, checked November 1, 2026
Three Creeks Winery
Hamilton, Loudoun County
“Merlot”
Wines they feature: Mélange Rouge, Apricity, Zeruko and Blanc de Blanc.
From their home page, checked November 1, 2026
Twin Oaks Tavern Winery
Bluemont, Clarke County
“We cultivate Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot varieties.”
Wines they feature: Golden Hour, Raven Rocks Red, Hawk Mountain and Making Me Blush.
From their “wines” page, checked November 1, 2026
Vint Hill Craft Winery
Warrenton, Fauquier County
“2022 Vint Hill Craft Winery Merlot”
Wines they feature: Vint Hill Sparkling Wine, Viognier "Vivian", Rose "Rosie" and Double Barrel Reserve.
From their “wine” page, checked November 1, 2026
Walsh Family Wine
Purcellville, Loudoun County
“2021 Walsh Family Wine Russ Mountain Merlot”
Wines they feature: What Will The Women Drink, Paeonia White, Paeonia Red and Twin Notch Red.
From their “shop” page, checked November 1, 2026
Zephaniah Farm Vineyard
Leesburg, Loudoun County
“We love growing and making wine from Merlot, it is often part of our blends.”
Wines they feature: Steamship White, Friendship, Sparkling Possibilities and Three Captains Red.
From their “zephaniah farm vineyard” page, checked November 1, 2026
Common questions
- Which wineries in Northern Virginia make Merlot?
51 of the 98 wineries we track in Northern Virginia list Merlot among their wines: 8 Chains North Winery, Accord Vineyards, Bleu Frog Vineyards, Bluemont Vineyard, Boxwood Estate Winery, Bozzo Family Vineyards, Capstone Vineyards, Carriage House Wineworks, Casanel Vineyards & Winery, Chateau O’Brien at Northpoint Winery & Vineyard, Chester Gap Cellars, Creek's Edge Winery and 39 more. Each one is taken from the winery’s own website.
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