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White Wines

Wine label with a stylized gold and green mountain range and crescent moon above the text DuCard Vineyards. Below, it reads Gibson Hollow White, 2021 Virginia White Wine, 13% Alc. by Vol. on a black background.
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2025 Gibson Hollow White

New Release

Crisp, “off dry” white wine with classic Vidal Blanc notes of ripe melon on the nose and floral hints in the background. Balance of acidity and sweetness makes this wine a great choice for a hot day. Pairs well with Thai or Indian food. $32

Wine label with stylized gold and blue mountains and a crescent moon, reading “DuCard Vineyards Signature Viognier 2023 Virginia 13.5% Alc. By Vol.” on a black background, perfect for showcasing your favorite Viognier wine.
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2023 Signature Viognier

Gold - 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Comp.

100% estate grown Viognier with notes of apricot, pear, and honeysuckle leading to a natural salinity and lovely, bright finish. Best served slightly chilled. $42

Wine label featuring VENI VIDI VINO!, 2024 Virginia White Wine, 13% Alc. by Vol., and DuCard on an olive green background. The design pairs white handwritten-style and serif fonts for a classic touch.
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2024 Veni, Vidi, Vino

Current Release

With aromas of pear and white flower followed by brightness and minerality, this white wine blend exhibits structure and a firm acidity. Pairs well with light cheese, seafood, or nothing at all. Previous vintage awarded Double Gold at the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.  $38

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards shows stylized hills and a crescent moon, with text: Whetstone Run Chardonnay, 2023, Virginia, 13% Alc. by Vol. in elegant fonts on a cream background—perfect for fans of 2022 Chardonnay vintages.
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2023 Whetstone Run Chardonnay

Gold - 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Comp.

This vineyard designated Chardonnay comes from our Whetstone Run vineyard and exhibits a lovely bouquet of tropical fruit with a hint of wet granite. It exhibits zesty acidity and a long mouthwatering finish. Pairs well with food. Produced in stainless steel. $42

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards featuring gold hills and a crescent moon, with the text: DuCard Vineyards, TANA Chardonnay, 2023, Virginia, 13% Alc. by Vol., elegantly displayed on a light background.
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2023 Tana Chardonnay

Gold - 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Comp. & VinePair's 30 Best Chardonnays for 2026

This vineyard designated Chardonnay comes from our TANA vineyard and exhibits a lovely bouquet of pineapple and distinct mineral characteristics. It exhibits a vibrant acidity with a hint of oak and a weighty finish. Pairs well with food. Produced in a Mâcon style and aged 5 months in French oak. $45

A stylized illustration of Whiteoak Canyon Falls flows over rocky ledges, surrounded by greenery. The wine label reads 2023 Shenandoah Virginia White Wine and DuCard. Adventure phrases border the image.
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2025 Shenandoah

New Release

A crisp, light, and vibrant Vidal Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier blend offering classic notes of florals and melon on the nose with hints of tropical fruit in the background. This is an off-dry wine that pairs perfectly with slightly spicy foods. $40

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards featuring green hills, a crescent moon, and the text: DuCard Vineyards 2023 Pinot Gris Virginia 13% Alc. By Vol. on a cream background.
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2024 Pinot Gris

Grown at our Whetstone Run vineyard, The Pinot Gris offers welcoming aromas of citrus followed by a grassy finish.  The mouthfeel is bright and lively with a light acidity. $36

Wine label featuring stylized mountains, a crescent moon, and the text: DuCard Vineyards, Rosé, 2025 Virginia Rosé Wine, and 13% Alc. By Vol. on a black background.
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2025 Rosé

New Release

Our Rosé is a classic, dry Provençal style wine with a gorgeous coral color. A perfect pairing for the patio, this wine is simply delightful and exhibits a vibrant mouthfeel with notes of green tea and stone fruit. The previous vintage was named to VinePair’s The 30 Best Rosés of 2025. $34

Red Wines

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards featuring a red hill, moon, and mountain outline. Popham Run Red wine text reads: 2023 Virginia Red Wine, 13% Alc. by Vol., on a black background—echoing the spirit of the 2021 vintage.
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2023 Popham Run Red

This lively and bright Bordeaux blend showcases aromas of fresh cherries and uplifting herbal notes. The mouthfeel is harmonious, vibrant, and fresh – pairing perfectly with your Sunday brunch and light fare. Cheers! $34

2021 Ducard Triskele
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2021 Triskele

2025 Gold Medal VA Governor's Cup

A welcoming bouquet and well-structured palate highlight this premium red wine blend with notes of sweet spices, herbal scents, and dark fruit with lingering tannins on the finish. This exquisite wine is made only in the best growing seasons. $70

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards featuring a red hill, a crescent moon, and the text: Cabernet Franc, 2023 red wine, Virginia, 13% ALC. BY VOL. on a black background.
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2023 Cabernet Franc

2026 VA Governor's Cup Gold

The bright and beautiful characteristics of pure Cabernet Franc shine in this Bourgueil-style wine. Fermented and aged exclusively in stainless steel, this wine exhibits a floral nose, red fruits, and fresh sweet herbs. $48

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards Vintner Reserve Cabernet Franc, 2022, Virginia. Features stylized hills with a crescent moon above. “13% alc. by vol.” noted at the bottom, highlighting this elegant Vintner Reserve Cabernet Franc.
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2022 Cabernet Franc Vintner Reserve

2025 Gold Medal VA Governor's Cup

Grown at our Whetstone Run vineyard, this Cabernet Franc was selected for its depth in color, welcoming mouth feel, well-defined structure. Pairs with French Onion Soup and hearty seasonal stews. $52

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards featuring a mountain silhouette with a crescent moon, the text “PETIT VERDOT,” and details: 2022 wine, Virginia, 13% alc. by vol., on a black background with purple and white accents—an elegant red wine.

2022 Petit Verdot

The estate grown Petit Verdot exhibits notes of black plum, coffee, and tobacco with a lingering velvety mouthfeel. Pairs well with lamb. $48

A wine label shows a silhouette of a Black Bear facing a bear cub on a mountain ridge at dusk, with a crescent moon overhead. The label reads “BLACK BEAR 2024 Virginia Red Wine,” evoking the spirit of the 2023 Black Bear vintage.
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2024 Black Bear

VinePair's The 30 Best Red Blends for 2026

Black Bear is a red wine blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Tannat that is a complement to our Shenandoah white wine. Both celebrate the treasure that is our National Park that borders us just out our back lawns. $40

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards Vintner Reserve Cabernet Franc, 2023, Virginia. Showcases a red and gray hill design with a crescent moon on black, accented by white and orange text. Alcohol content: 12%.
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2023 Cabernet Franc Vintner Reserve

2025 VA Governor's Cup Case Selection, 2026 VA Governor's Cup Gold

With an intense garnet color and earthy aromas of currant, plums, and fennel, the 2023 Cabernet Franc Vintner Reserve is robust and smooth. Expressions of clove, black cherry, and pink peppercorn with classic chalky tannins offer a welcoming first impression. $72

Wine bottle label for DuCard Vineyards, featuring a stylized hill and moon, the text Norton, and details: 2022, Virginia, and 13% alc. by vol. on a black background.

2022 Norton

Current Vintage

Aged in stainless steel, Virginia’s native grape exhibits notes of dried fruit and spice. Serve with a light chill and your favorite barbecue or dark chocolate. $42

Label for DuCard Vineyards Merlot wine, featuring stylized hills, a small crescent moon, and elegant text: “DuCard Vineyards Merlot, 2022, Virginia, 13% Alc. by Vol.” on a cream background.

2022 Merlot

Current Release

A welcoming nose of dark red fruits and herbs is evident in this well-balanced wine. Soft tannins with vanilla notes leave a rich and warm mouthfeel. Previous vintage named to VinePair’s The 20 Best Merlots for 2025. $42

Wine label featuring stylized hills, a crescent moon, and text: “DuCard Vineyards,” “2023 Triskele Virginia Red Wine,” with a triskelion symbol and “13% Alc. by Vol.” at the bottom.

2023 Triskele

2026 VA Governor's Cup Gold Medal

A blend of three varietals from our three Madison County sites, this premium wine is made only in the best vintages and should be decanted to reveal its full character and complexity. Bold, balanced, and structured, we recommend laying down for up to 10 years. $70

2023 Norton

Atlantic Seaboard Wine Competition Gold Medal & The American Heritage Wine Competition Gold Medal

Aged for 10 months in French oak, Virginia’s native grape exhibits notes of dried fruit and baking spices. Norton’s bold intensity pairs well with rich, fatty meats like duck or brisket and always chocolate! $45

Specialty / Featured Wines

Label for DuCard Vineyards XOXO Blanc de Blancs 2022 Virginia Sparkling Wine, 12% alcohol by volume, featuring a minimalist mountain and crescent moon design above the winery name.
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2022 XOXO

Current Vintage

The 2022 XOXO – Hugs and Kisses – is the newest vintage of our sparkling wine.  Made from 100% Viognier, this wine is the perfect addition to any celebration OR just because -why not?! $50

Wine label for DuCard Vineyards featuring pink hills, a crescent moon, and white text reading CEST TROP 2022 Virginia Red Wine 18% ALC. BY VOL. on a dark background.
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2022 C'est Trop

Current Release

Port-style red wine utilizing Norton grapes, fortified with brandy and aged in whisky barrels. With clove and violet tones and rich, smooth taste it is indeed entirely “too much.” $45

Label for DuCard Vineyards Pet gNat Virginia Sparkling Wine, 2024, featuring a bee surrounded by bubbles. The label has a stylized mountain and vineyard logo, and states 12% ALC. BY VOL. at the bottom.

2024 Pet gNat

Fun, with fizz! This wilder version of sparkling wine is crisp, refreshing, full of citrus, and yeasty! We’ve given the name a tongue-in-cheek twist and are sure it’s going to be your summertime favorite! $36

Ducard Dorothy's Slippers
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2020 Dorothy's Slippers

Current Vintage

It’s sparkly. It’s ruby red. It’s fun. Dorothy’s Slippers uses our Norton grapes that are grown, harvested and fermented by DuCard’s wizards for your enchantment. After all, there’s no place like DuCard, there’s no place like DuCard… $46

An illustrated cider label features a man balancing on a unicycle atop an apple core, with enCore in bold red letters. Text below reads: Virginia Cider, 7% ALC. BY VOL., by DuCard Vineyards.

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Hard Apple Cider

Our new hard apple cider is a perfectly balanced blend of Winesap, Gala, and Arkansas Black apples. Dry and lightly fizzy, it’s a refreshing addition to our line-up. Sorry, not available for shipping. $30

Two bottles of DuCard wine, Black Bear and Shenandoah, sit outdoors on a stone surface with green foliage in the background. The wine labels feature wildlife and scenic artwork, perfect for your Shenandoah Pack or National Park Pack adventure.

Shenandoah National Park Pack

Drinking for a cause in more way than one!!

Our red and white wine tribute to the Shenandoah National Park (SNP) comes complete with special labels and a donation to the SNP Trust. The 2024 Black Bear is a red blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, and Tannat and was named by VinePair to their list of The 30 Best Red Blends for 2026. The 2025 Shenandoah White Wine is a blend of Vidal Blanc, Chardonnay, and Viognier and is off-dry. A portion of the proceeds from each bottle is donated to the trust. Cheers! $80

Library Wines

Library wines are available in the tasting room in very limited quantities for purchase by the bottle and tasting in our special library flight.

Note: Shipping is processed on Mondays. If you have a special request, please email Beth.

SPECIAL OFFER: Purchase 6 bottles or more and get FREE shipping or local delivery.

WINE CLUB members: Please contact us directly for wine orders, so that we can apply your club discount.

DuCard Vineyards: One of Virginia’s Top Winery Destinations

As the saying goes, “Virginia is for wine lovers” and DuCard has some excellent wines to love.” They have won numerous awards, including doing oh-so-well in the Virginia Wine Summit competition where their 2010 Viognier was put up against a French Condrieu in a Virginia vs. the World competition. “We don’t like to brag about our awards,” says owner Scott Elliff, “because we think you should be the ultimate judge. Come out to DuCard Vineyards, taste our wines and judge for yourself.”
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