If you’ve ever wondered when the “best” winery day happens, here’s the honest answer: spring and fall are both the sweet spot. The weather is comfortable, the experience feels seasonal, and the vineyards are doing something interesting. At James Charles Winery & Vineyard, spring gives you that “everything is waking up” energy, and fall gives you the buzz of harvest…
Planning a visit to James Charles Winery & Vineyard? Make Winchester, Virginia your weekend home base. It’s close to the winery, easy to explore, and centered around a lively historic downtown that feels like a smaller, more relaxed Alexandria: brick architecture, local boutiques, great restaurants, and a walkable main strip where you can park once…
October is Virginia Wine Month, and for us, it’s a time to reflect on where our story began — the land that shaped us, the family that built us, and the community that continues to make this place special. When James Charles Winery & Vineyard opened in 2015, the goal wasn’t just to make wine….
We’re raising a glass to a major milestone: the 2023 Veramar Rosé Chambourcin has just been awarded 89 points by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, becoming the 101st wine crafted by our winemaker, Justin Bogaty, to earn a score of 85 points or higher from this nationally respected publication. Why This Matters In the world of wine, Wine Enthusiast ratings are a benchmark of quality—trusted by buyers, sommeliers, and…
The Bogaty Family Wine Group is proud to celebrate a landmark achievement in our winemaking journey: our head winemaker, Justin Bogaty, has officially reached 100 wines rated 85 points or higher by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. This remarkable milestone not only reflects Justin’s relentless pursuit of quality, but also shines a spotlight on the growing prestige of Virginia wine…
At Bogaty Family Wine Group, we’re beyond excited to share the latest news about our incredible winemaker, Justin Bogaty, and his talented team. Once again, they’ve proven that Virginia wines can stand tall on the national stage! 🏆 In the latest Wine Enthusiast Magazine ratings, 9 more wines crafted by Justin and his team have…
Virginia, June 2024 – When it comes to wine, every bottle tells a story. And for winemaker Justin Bogaty of Bogaty Family Wine Group, his story is one of passion, perseverance, and artistry. This year, Justin has added 5 more wines to his impressive collection of 85+ point ratings from Wine Enthusiast Magazine, bringing his career total to a stunning 97 award-winning wines. …