Dramatic vistas and mountain tranquility on our 360-acre estate winery is matched only by a portfolio of Virginia wines which demonstrate the breadth and complexity of Virginia-grown grapes. At Doukenie we present a spectrum of wines and we invite you to explore at our Loudoun County winery. We ask customers to wear masks when entering the building if they are not fully vaccinated.
We offer four wines by the glass: Hemera and Sauvignon Blanc ($10.00) and Alethia and Cabernet Franc ($12.00). Members can have a complimentary glass in lieu of a flight. No outside food or alcohol is allowed. In addition to our a la carte items, we are excited to offer great food selections from Roots 657.
We offer four wines by the glass: Hemera and Sauvignon Blanc ($10.00) and Alethia and Cabernet Franc ($12.00). Members can have a complimentary glass in lieu of a flight. No outside food or alcohol is allowed. In addition to our a la carte items, we are excited to offer great food selections from Roots 657.
Reviews (26)
Debbie B.
Jan 23, 2022
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I have been to this winery in the past but have never enjoyed the experience or the wines as much as I did today. The staff made sure that we were comfortably seated and informed of all of the wine tasting selections. We didn't have to wait long for our wines and Meri even offered us a complimentary taste of the new Cab Franc, that was amazing, and we each ordered a glass and enjoyed the live music. If you haven't been here yet you need to check it out! You will not be disappointed
Kay S.
Jan 22, 2022
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Dave M.
Jan 15, 2022
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My wife and I used to love coming to this winery. Ever since Covid happened the environment has changed immensely. First, it is not family friendly and they seem to have it designed that way on purpose. Secondly, they do not offer wine tasting they have gone to ordering a flight of wines for a set amount, served in plastic Dixie cups. Thirdly, if you are sensitive to smoke or have allergies do not sit inside, the smoke from the outdoor fire billows inside and is very pronounced. If you have a family with children do not come here try one of the many other wineries in the area.
David A. Ruch
Jan 04, 2022
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Alyssa B.
Nov 29, 2021
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We came here to celebrate my sister's engagement. The wine was delicious. We tried the wine flights and each was very good. The service was very good - our server was very kind and friendly. The only thing that left something to be desired was the food. While it was not bad, it was a little pricey for pre-made cold sandwiches.
Andrew G.
Nov 01, 2021
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No longer a family friendly winery so this went from being our favorite winery to one that I would no longer recommend. It's unfortunate because this was our go to place but it has declined for several reasons:
Most importantly kids are no longer welcome inside or in any heated location. I was told that I could park my 3 month old in front of a fire pit for warmth. Despite being heritage club members, I don't have access to the inside if my infant is with me (pretty ridiculous policy).
The experience has also declined because the tastings are done with plastic Dixie cups and you don
Most importantly kids are no longer welcome inside or in any heated location. I was told that I could park my 3 month old in front of a fire pit for warmth. Despite being heritage club members, I don't have access to the inside if my infant is with me (pretty ridiculous policy).
The experience has also declined because the tastings are done with plastic Dixie cups and you don
Anna S.
Oct 19, 2021
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Wow, what a beautiful winery! As soon as you pull into the driveway lined by perfectly spaced trees, you know you're in for a treat. The inside of the winery is spacious and offers lots of seating. The outdoor area is even more impressive with tons of seats on the patio plus lawn style chairs surrounding the little pond.
It was the middle of the day on a Thursday and the place was pretty quiet with just a few other patrons. One of the staff members (maybe an owner?) mentioned how tough it is to get people to come out on a weekday. I imagine that even on a weekend, you can probably still
It was the middle of the day on a Thursday and the place was pretty quiet with just a few other patrons. One of the staff members (maybe an owner?) mentioned how tough it is to get people to come out on a weekday. I imagine that even on a weekend, you can probably still
Yoori S.
Aug 04, 2021
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If you want to visit a beautiful winery with the worst service, this is it.
I had huge hopes foe this place because it sits on a lake and the winery is beautiful. That's where the excitement ends. We made reservations and were seated inside by a nice hostess.
Then we sat. We waited as others who came after us got served and had their flights before us. Finally when our server showed up, he took our orders before we can ask for anything else, he walked away. Then when we were ready check out and we went up to the bar and tried to get his attention without success. Our server stood near the
I had huge hopes foe this place because it sits on a lake and the winery is beautiful. That's where the excitement ends. We made reservations and were seated inside by a nice hostess.
Then we sat. We waited as others who came after us got served and had their flights before us. Finally when our server showed up, he took our orders before we can ask for anything else, he walked away. Then when we were ready check out and we went up to the bar and tried to get his attention without success. Our server stood near the
Amy P.
Jul 30, 2021
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A. S.
Jul 11, 2021
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The wine & property = best part of this place, which is why the rest is rather unfortunate. COVID is no longer an excuse, so get rid of the 'reservations; being pushed to sit in a particular spot when there's plenty of seating everywhere is just silly'. Also, if your thing isn't food; then don't offer food. No guest should have to "create" their own charcuterie from a list of options. Just let them bring their own if you can't figure out how to create a good one. If the goal is to sell cheese from local area, then pair it properly with the wines
Barb F.
Apr 25, 2021
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This winery is beautiful and well prepared for multiple guests! They had indoor and outdoor seating, to include an area with individual fire pits. Reservations were easy to do online.
We were immediately seated upon arrival and had an awesome waiter Lee. We started with tasting flights and then ordered a bottle of the Cabernet Franc. It went very well with their appetizer selections. Their dessert wine was my favorite and I bought 2 bottles to share with friends at home.
If I had been seated near a fire pit, I would have preferred it to be lit as it was a little cold yesterday.
We were immediately seated upon arrival and had an awesome waiter Lee. We started with tasting flights and then ordered a bottle of the Cabernet Franc. It went very well with their appetizer selections. Their dessert wine was my favorite and I bought 2 bottles to share with friends at home.
If I had been seated near a fire pit, I would have preferred it to be lit as it was a little cold yesterday.
Aarti Bansal
Apr 05, 2021
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Bustling winery with nice firepits, but it's a bummer that kids and dogs are NOT allowed and can't bring your own food. While the tables are socially distanced 6 feet apart and the servers wear masks, the winery was packed with an uppity vibe.
Glad we made an online reservation for the firepits as nearly every table was filled outside. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (covered in a tent and around firepits). The firepits kept us warm and cozy while it was snowing!
Wine isn't sold by the glass and only through tasting and bottle. The tastings are bit pricey at $12 and the bottles are
Glad we made an online reservation for the firepits as nearly every table was filled outside. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating (covered in a tent and around firepits). The firepits kept us warm and cozy while it was snowing!
Wine isn't sold by the glass and only through tasting and bottle. The tastings are bit pricey at $12 and the bottles are
Martin M.
Mar 27, 2021
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Went to this winery after reading about it online. It was very beautiful and had a great ambience. After trying a few flights I realized the wines were not of my taste but decent and similar to table wines at most places. The staff was beyond friendly and I will definitely come back for a relaxing day by the pond in the summer and give the wines another shot.
Bianca F.
Mar 24, 2021
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I went here a few weeks ago. My friend was able to reserve a fire pit for free using the Tock app. That alone was a plus as some establishments charge you to make a fire pit reservation.
I was greeted upon arrival and escorted to the fire pit. There was plenty of space between the tables and guests outside. We tried their wine tasting. The wine tasting was fine and reasonably priced. Our server checked on us regularly.
An employee would come by and add more logs to the fire pit. The weather was in the 50s. The fire pit kept us warm but it produced so much smoke. Even if I moved away when he
I was greeted upon arrival and escorted to the fire pit. There was plenty of space between the tables and guests outside. We tried their wine tasting. The wine tasting was fine and reasonably priced. Our server checked on us regularly.
An employee would come by and add more logs to the fire pit. The weather was in the 50s. The fire pit kept us warm but it produced so much smoke. Even if I moved away when he
Eva M.
Feb 28, 2021
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Second time I came here and the smoke they got going on at the fire pit tables and that entire idea is a complete and utter nightmare. I come from DC and want to be out in the nice fresh country air but the smoke that embalms the entire property is unimaginably suffocating. Overall not a good place and if people try to come out from DC in covid times, perhaps the people in charge could make an effort to stop with the firing up every single table fire pit. I have never in my life seen so much senseless smoke - it was 60F today and not windy and still, all tables looked like they were on fire. Impossible
Esther Bland
Dec 18, 2020
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Chris Hamilton
Nov 15, 2020
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My wife and I went here recently and really enjoyed the experience. Diana was our wine tasting coordinator and proved to be knowledgeable and very pleasant. We learned the background of how the winery came to be and about the quality of the wines. They have been around for a while and have won numerous awards for their wines. There is a beautiful pond there with picnic tables and chairs and tables around. A very idyllic setting.
We enjoyed the visit enough that we joined their wine club. The other patrons there were engaging and fun.
If you have the chance you should also try their bacclava.
We enjoyed the visit enough that we joined their wine club. The other patrons there were engaging and fun.
If you have the chance you should also try their bacclava.
Hollie M.
Dec 27, 2019
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Nicole R.
Nov 03, 2019
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Catherine M.
Mar 12, 2019
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I would love to come back here in the beauty of the summer but on a decent March day it wasn't too bad. We stopped here after an initial wine tasting at another winery and this place was fairly packed for a late (4pm) Sunday afternoon. We were walked to the tasting area and the main area was fairly busy but I saw a sign they were closing at 5 for a special event. I think the hours here are not as comparative to some of the other wineries in NOVA because even on weekends it's not open any later than 6, which in the summer, is still light but I guess comes with the local road territory
Jamie W.
Dec 31, 2018
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Our favorite winery of the day! This place has a 11/10 for atmosphere. The inside is cozy, lots of windows, there is a huge porch. Lots of land and a pond to walk around. They had a fire pit going, so we sat outside in their adirondack chairs on a warm December day.
Tasting was fantastic, server was friendly, highly recommend.
Tasting was fantastic, server was friendly, highly recommend.
Keith Tabor
Dec 16, 2018
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Neal E.
Oct 01, 2018
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First time visiting Doukenie Winery - one of Virginia's oldest wineries. Tasted the entire line up of wines - whites and reds.
While I was tasting - an older couple was tasting to my right. The lady overheard my conversation with the Doukenie staff person. She asked me what wineries I had wine club memberships with. When I shared that information - she proceeded to lecture me on why I should cancel those wine club memberships and ONLY support Doukenie. Pretty arrogant. Fortunately, her husband quickly reined her in.
In any case, Doukenie makes some really nice wines. The tasting room and
While I was tasting - an older couple was tasting to my right. The lady overheard my conversation with the Doukenie staff person. She asked me what wineries I had wine club memberships with. When I shared that information - she proceeded to lecture me on why I should cancel those wine club memberships and ONLY support Doukenie. Pretty arrogant. Fortunately, her husband quickly reined her in.
In any case, Doukenie makes some really nice wines. The tasting room and
Brandie Schieb
Aug 21, 2018
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Zachary Leuschner
Sep 30, 2017
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Visited for the Destination Races half marathon in June of 2017. The property is extensive and pretty nice, but the road leading to it was a bit of a challenge for my car (low ground clearance). We tasted two of the host's wines during the post-race festival--both nice, but neither memorable to buy a bottle. If I came back on a wine adventure, I would definitely check out the outdoor deck seating and take in the wonderful view!
Matthew F.
Dec 19, 2016
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What is it with the Greeks and their wine? This is the second Greek-American winery I've been to this month, and maybe the 4th this year - and just in Virginia. But even in an area known for its winery trails, Doukénie really stood out, so I happily give them 5 stars.
Doukénie is mid-sized by Virginia standards; they own or manage 55 acres under vine and produce 5,000 cases/year. They are also one of the older wineries in the area, having been founded in the late 1980s by a heart doctor (obviously he understood early on that a glass a day is healthy for you). The family history is very
Doukénie is mid-sized by Virginia standards; they own or manage 55 acres under vine and produce 5,000 cases/year. They are also one of the older wineries in the area, having been founded in the late 1980s by a heart doctor (obviously he understood early on that a glass a day is healthy for you). The family history is very
