1. It Was Started By The Schwabs
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Ed and Avra Schwab first opened their vineyard in 1979.
2. They Have Some Very Old Plantings
301 River Dr, Stanardsville, Virginia
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Autumn Hill’s Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon plantings are some of Virginia’s oldest.
3. They Do Not Make Sweet Wines
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The Schwab family believes in the rich flavor of a full-bodied dry wine.
4. Their Reds Are Unfiltered
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Autumn Hill Vineyards prefers to preserve the wine’s character.
5. Autumn Hill Is One Of Virginia’s Oldest Surviving Vineyards
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It was the 10th winery to open in Virginia.
6. The Wine Barrels Are Mostly French Oak
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French Oak allows for a fruitier wine.
7. The First Wines Were Made In A Garage
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Ed and Avra started making wine as a hobby and decided to see if they could make a business out of it.
8. Their Cabernet Sauvignon Won Double Gold
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Autumn Hill won at the 1991 San Francisco Fair Wine Competition.
9. Autumn Hill Is Only Open A Few Weekends A Year
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They are open two weekends in the spring and two in the fall.
10. You Can Get It Mailed To Your Door
301 River Dr, Stanardsville, Virginia
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When you order by telephone you can have your own bottle of Autumn Hill wine delivered straight to you!
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