Chateau O'Brien

Chateau O'Brien at Northpoint Winery & Vineyard is a family-owned winery set in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, founded by owner Howard O'Brien. The property was purchased in 2002, replanted with hand-selected vines matched to rootstock for optimal flavor, and opened for full operation on November 1, 2006. Today the vineyard spans 25 acres, with expansion planned to 45, and the winery produces hand-crafted dry whites, red blends, and dessert wines using natural viticulture methods. The tasting room includes three intimate tasting areas opening onto a covered deck and flagstone patio with views over the vineyard. For weddings and private events, the venue offers a Rotunda Reception space, a heated covered outdoor patio, a fireplace lounge, a wine tasting lounge, and a ceremony site, all with vineyard and mountain views, along with private dressing rooms for the bride and groom. The venue rental accommodates up to 80 guests and can also host rehearsal dinners by arrangement with owner Howard O'Brien.