VA Wine GuideNorthern Virginia

Fauquier County, Virginia

Philip Carter Winery

Hume

Children welcome; dogs welcome outdoors.

Before you go

Can we bring the children?

Children welcome

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times, and the tour is 21+ only.

From their “hours of operation” page, checked October 31, 2026

Can the dog come?

Dogs welcome outdoors

Dogs must stay outdoors, leashed and supervised, and water bowls are provided.

From their “about us” page, checked October 31, 2026

Can we bring a picnic?

Their website doesn’t say.

Is there food?

Their website doesn’t say.

Do we need a reservation?

Walk-ins welcome

Free optional table reservations for up to 8 people guarantee a table for two hours; the seated full-flight tasting and tours require a reservation.

From their “tastings tours” page, checked October 31, 2026

Coming as a group?

Groups larger than 8 need a reservation; the group page asks groups of 6 to 25 to book in advance, and groups over 25 should contact the winery.

From their “hours of operation” page, checked October 31, 2026

Arriving by limo or bus?

Their website doesn’t say.

Is there live music?

Their website doesn’t say.

When are they open?

Opening hours

Monday12 PM – 6 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday1 PM – 6 PM
Thursday12 PM – 6 PM
Friday12 PM – 6 PM
Saturday11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday11 AM – 6 PM

Closed Thu, Nov 26, Fri, Dec 25, Fri, Jan 1.

Usually open until 7pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and later on event days (Fri until 10pm, Sat until 9 or 10pm; see calendar); Easter Sunday 12-5pm; closed Tuesdays.

From their “hours of operation” page, checked October 31, 2026