Chateau Lesieutre Guest House
Located on a five acre parcel in the Dundee Hills, the Chateau Lesieutre Guest House is a splurge worthy alternative to the traditional hotel room. The award winning property features eleven spacious and airy rooms complemented by amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a smattering of modern day perks. The best part is the location. Not only is it in close proximity to a veritable cornucopia of the beverage, but you can also enjoy the fruits of the Willamette Valley on the property’s expansive lawn and sweeping views of the valley below.
While you’re at it, consider a visit to the wineries and tasting rooms along the paved aforementioned corridor as well as the neighboring towns of Dundee and Corvallis. The area is an ideal destination for both a day trip or a multi-day getaway. For the adventurous, there’s a plethora of off-road trails in the area to enjoy during the warmer months. The most exciting part of all is the ability to explore your surroundings without being tethered to the confines of a car or bus. This is particularly nice for a group of oh so well behaved colleagues, or in the case of a wedding party. The stowaway is also an ideal location for a romantic nightcap.
Michael Shaps Wineworks
Located south of Charlottesville, Virginia, Michael Shaps Wineworks is the best winery in Virginia today. The winery produces its own wines and wine for other prominent Virginia wineries. Its wines are crafted to age well and have won gold medals in several competitions.
The vineyard has a relaxing, family-friendly environment. Visitors can enjoy live music, wine tastings, and a peaceful setting. They can also purchase wine by the glass, carafe, or bottle. For more intimate, private wine tastings, reservations are required.
Visitors can also take advantage of the winery’s free guided wine tasting. Reservements are required for groups of eight or more. Guests can sample a range of Michael Shaps wines, including a light-bodied 2014 Savigny-les-Beaune. This wine pairs well with grilled chicken or herbed pork chops.
Michael Shaps Wineworks is located on route 20 near Charlottesville. The vineyard has a tasting room in downtown Charlottesville, as well as an extended tasting facility. The winery also produces wines at Pippin Hill Farm and Winery, a new venture.
Wines at the winery include a selection of everyday drinking wines and a variety of special wines. Michael Ross makes sparkling wines and dessert wines, such as Riesling, Blanc de Franc, and Petit Manseng.
Visitors can also enjoy a wine tasting flight, as well as a tour of the winery. The winery offers an impressive selection of cheeses, and wine pairings are available. The winery’s staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they can provide recommendations based on your preferences.
Wine lovers can purchase wine by the glass, carafe, growler, or bottle. Visitors can also purchase everyday drinking wine, including a lighter-bodied 2014 Savigny-les-Beaune, which pairs well with grilled chicken or herbed meat chops.