Bacchus Winery - Fredericksburg

This is going to be a long review covering several topics.First, the wines. If you want to taste and purchase excellent wine, then this is a must visit winery. No, you won’t be sitting among rolling vineyards or enjoying mountain vistas, but the wines here are unparalleled. We have visited multiple wineries across Virginia, but not one comes close to the consistent excellent quality of wines produced here. The variety offered here is extensive, and not one disappoints. The biggest challenge lies in deciding which you like best. If you have ever visited a winery, tasted their wines, taken a few bottles home, and after a few months wondered why you bought them, I can guarantee you won’t ever be disappointed with the wines produced here.Second, the owner’s expertise. Hal is the vintner and a true oenophile. He has tremendous knowledge about wine the varietals, the history, and the all important elements of tasting. He is a wine judge certified by the American Wine Society. Do you want to compare one variety to another, understand why one blend may be more enjoyable than another, or know what foods pair with specific wines? Ask Hal.Third, Hal’s willingness and eagerness to share his knowledge. Ask him anything about wine or winemaking, and he will provide a clear, concise, and educated answer. The winery sells everything you need to make your own wine. I have been making wine from kits for over 15 years because of the relative simplicity and because I have so far been happy with the results. Since I moved to Virginia two years ago, I have gone to Hal for supplies as well as advice. He has provided me with innumerable tips on winemaking. As a result of these interactions, I decided I needed to up my game, which leads me to my final point.Hal offers classes in winemaking, with a regular hands on course in kit winemaking. Before you write me off here, know that kit winemakers have won gold, silver, and bronze medals in international amateur wine competitions. Google it. Hal teaches more advanced methods than those found in the instructions provided with the kits. I have learned more in the first three classes than in all of my prior experience and expect my homemade wine to go from good to great. I also hope to advance my knowledge even more in future advanced classes.A huge and unadvertised aspect of the wine making class is the wine pairing food plate prepared by Hal, an accomplished chef as well, after every class. How could you go wrong?In short, Hal knows and loves wine and is enthusiastic about everything aspect of it. A visit to Bacchus winery is worth every minute of your time.

I read the previous reviews after I went. I can honestly say I can't agree. The experience was great and the wine was even better. The owner and his wife were absolutely wonderful and extremely knowledgeable about their craft. I can say since the tasting is free please make sure you support their business. Oh yea, how can I not mention the frozen wines..... It was a tremendous surprise. Go check them out and try their other food product.... Hands down I recommend.

Yes, the location is not what you expect when you see the word winery . But once you step inside you 'll find a very cool tasting room, racks of the outstanding Bacchus wines, and all the supplies you need to make your own wine, beer and/or mead. Add in the cheerful, charming and well informed owner and you 're in for a very pleasant discovery at Bacchus Winery!

Wine tasting was awesome. The owner makes really interesting fruit wines (like blackberry, strawberry, etc. along with classic dry wines and makes sure to give his customers the best experience. Can’t miss if you’re in the area.

I gave a Facebook review in 2019. However, things changed in 2022 when me and my wife took our first class!! Since then we’ve taken three class and brew on site! Yes, the itch is real! So, my review changes for the good because not only is all the wine Hal makes great, but now I’m making good wine. I can’t thank Hal enough for the education, wisdom, and all the friends we’ve made on this journey! Bacchus Winery is a must for anyone in the area!