2023 Wine Region of the Year

Virginia is Home to Wine Enthusiast’s Prestigious Wine Region of the Year Award

Charlottesville, Virginia, and the Monticello AVA win 2023 Wine Region of the Year!

Virginia wins big at Wine Enthusiast’s 24th Annual Wine Star Awards, achieving global recognition in the world of winemaking. 

The award highlights the remarkable achievements in the wine industry and honors the area’s exceptional quality, innovation, and commitment to producing world-class wines.

The Charlottesville area is home to over 20% of Virginia’s vineyard plantings and 40 wineries, many of which can be found in the Monticello AVA. Plan your itinerary today to visit these world-class wineries.

The region continuously garners attention and praise in the annual Virginia Governor’s Cup Competition. In 2024, 58 of the 142 gold medals were presented to wineries along the Monticello Wine Trail.