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White Wines

2021 Gibson Hollow

Current Vintage

Crisp, “off dry” white wine with classic Traminette notes of ripe lychee on the nose and hints of tropical fruit in the background. Balance of acidity and sweetness makes this wine a great choice for a hot day. $32

2022 Signature Viognier

Current Vintage

100% estate grown Viognier with notes of apricot, pear, and honeysuckle leading to a natural salinity and lovely, bright finish. Best served slightly chilled. $38

2022 Veni, Vidi, Vino

Double Gold Winner 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

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, and nothing at all. $34

2022 Whetstone Run Chardonnay

Produced completely in stainless steel and hailing from our Whetstone Run vineyard, this chardonnay expresses vibrant tropical notes and a hint of smokiness. $38

2022 Tana Chardonnay

Produced exclusively from our TANA vineyard, this “Mȃcon” style wine shows aromas of green apple on the nose and pleasing minerality on the palate, with a hint of oak on the finish. $45

2024 Shenandoah

New Release

A crisp, light, and vibrant Traminette offering classic notes of rose petal and ripe lychee on the nose with hints of tropical fruit in the background. This is an off-dry wine that pairs perfectly with slightly spicy foods. $36

2023 Pinot Gris

Almost Gone

Grown at our Whetstone Run vineyard, The Pinot Gris offers welcoming aromas of stone fruit and pear followed by a grassy finish.  The mouthfeel is round, yet firm with a light acidity. $34

2024 Rosé

VinePair's 30 Best Rosés of 2025

Our new Rosé is a classic, dry Provençal style wine with a gorgeous coral color. A perfect pairing for the patio, this wine is expressive and exhibits a vibrant mouthfeel with notes of cranberry and stone fruit. (91 pts) $34

Red Wines

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

2021 Merlot

Current Vintage

A welcoming nose of dark fruits and herbs is evident in this well-balanced wine. Soft tannins with vanilla notes leave a rich and warm mouthfeel. This wine was aged in French oak for 9 months. $36

2022 Cabernet Franc

The bright and beautiful characteristics of pure Cabernet Franc shine in this Bourgueil-style wine. Fermented and aged primarily in stainless steel, this wine exhibits a floral nose, red fruits, and fresh sweet herbs. $40

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. $46

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

New Release

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

2023 Black Bear

New Release

Black Bear is a red wine blend of Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot 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. $38

2023 Cabernet Franc Vintner Reserve

2025 VA Governor's Cup Case Selection

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. $60

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

New Release

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

Specialty / Featured Wines

2021 XOXO

Current Vintage

The 2021 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

2022 C'est Trop

New 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

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

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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