Does Early Mountain have a restaurant?

Yes. Early Mountain is licensed as a restaurant and serves a full seasonal menu — the Virginia Table — in the Tasting Room and on the Patio, plus a prix fixe and a seven-course Chef's Table.

What's the best winery restaurant near Charlottesville?

Early Mountain, 30 miles north in Madison, is widely regarded as one of Virginia's best winery restaurants — a fully licensed kitchen led by a former Inn at Little Washington chef, in a tasting room voted #1 in the U.S. by USA TODAY.

Is Early Mountain on the Monticello Wine Trail?

Early Mountain isn't on the Trail itself, and it sits just north of the Monticello AVA — in the Blue Ridge foothills of Madison — but it's a must-visit for anyone exploring the Trail, and a full-day dining destination in its own right.

Do you need a reservation to eat at Early Mountain?

Reservations are highly recommended for the Tasting Room and Patio (book on Tock). Walk-ins are welcome at the Meadow, weather permitting.

Are there vegetarian or gluten-free options?

Yes — the menu includes vegetarian and gluten-free options, and the team will do its best to modify dishes for allergies. All of our wines are made without animal products.