Philip Carter Winery

Philip Carter Winery of Virginia sits on 27 acres of rolling hills in Fauquier County, less than an hour from Washington, D.C. The family traces its roots in the region back three centuries and claims a place as producer of the first internationally recognized fine wines in America, made on October 20, 1762 — a legacy the winery calls itself the "Founding Family of American Wine." The estate's vineyards, pastoral meadows, and forested slopes provide the backdrop for weddings, elopements, and private events, with ceremonies and receptions held outdoors amid the vines. Winemaker's dinners are hosted in Cleve Hall, and private tastings take place in the King Carter suite overlooking the vineyards. Beyond wine and events, the winery operates a farmhouse suite for lodging, a farm market, and pick-your-own orchards, rounding out its offering as a destination centered on wine, art, and culture. The property is dog-friendly for leashed, supervised dogs.