Frequently Asked Questions
What are your tasting room hours?
Sunday: 11AM–6PM
Monday: 11AM–6PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11AM–6PM
Friday: 11AM–9PM
Saturday: 11AM–6PM
Is there a cover charge?
No, we do not have a cover charge.
How does a tasting work?
Our tasting flight consists of 9 wines for $20. This is a self-guided flight that comes with a list of our wines and tasting notes.
I don’t drink wine. Can I bring beer/liquor?
Outside alcohol is not permitted on the property. We do, however, have hard ciders by Blue Bee Cider and Sly Clyde Ciderworks available in our tasting room.
Can I bring my own food?
Yes! We welcome our visitors to bring their own picnic.
Do you sell food?
We have small prepackaged snacks available in our tasting room and food trucks every weekend. Please check our Online Calendar for dates and times.
Can I fish on the lake?
Fishing on the lake is not open to the general public.
How do I book a tent?
You can reserve your tent online here. Please be sure to make your payment immediately after booking your tent to confirm your reservation.
Can I stay in a tent overnight?
No, we do not allow overnight stays in the tents.
Can I throw a bridal or baby shower?
Yes! Let us help you plan it!
If you are interested in hosting a shower at Jolene, please email us at events@jolenefamilywinery.com for more details, especially if you are expecting a group of 15 or more!
There are limitations to what our tasting room can accommodate on a normal weekend without an event planned. Decorations and use of patio or greenhouse space for groups of 15 or more will not be allowed without coordinating with our team. Thank you for your understanding!
What events are this weekend?
Check out our online calendar to see upcoming events and our food truck/live music schedule!
Where does live music take place?
We have live music every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. During warmer months, our live music takes place on our patio under the gazebo. During colder months or inclement weather, our live music takes place in The Greenhouse. To see our upcoming schedule, check out our online calendar!
Do you have a wine club?
Yes! Learn more about our Jolene Family Wine Club here.
Can I reserve a table?
We do not accept reservations at this time. All of our seating is first come, first serve.
Can I move tables and chairs to accommodate my group?
No, we do not allow our space to be rearranged. Our largest tables can accommodate groups of 10 or less. We ask that larger groups call ahead and plan to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to set up in our lakeside Pines area.
*We are unable to accommodate groups of 15 or more on our patio or in our greenhouse during normal business hours. Please bring blankets and chairs to enjoy wine under The Pines or contact us to schedule an event!
Do you have seating inside/outside & covered if it rains?
Indoor seating options include the Tasting Room, Greenhouse and Barrel Room (Barrel Room is typically opened for overflow). Covered seating options outdoors consist of our newly built Pavilion and a smaller covered patio space that is attached to our Tasting Room.
Where should I park if the winery parking lot is at full capacity when I arrive?
We have overflow parking available in the Brianwood Business Park parking lot (Located in front of Jolene Family Winery).
Can I bring my own chairs?
Yes! We encourage our visitors to bring their own chairs/blankets on nice days to hang out under The Pines along the water. The breeze from the lake is so relaxing!
Are children welcome?
Yes! We are proud to offer a space for families to spend quality time together. However, we require all children to be supervised during the entirety of their visit to our winery.
Can I bring my dog?
Absolutely! Our outdoor and patio areas are dog friendly, with the exception of our Lakeside Lounge Tents. Dogs must be on a leash at all times and picked up after. Please help yourself to the fido station located by the gate entrance.
How do I rent event space?
You can learn more about our events by visiting our Private Events page.
Can I bring balloons & decorations?
Yes, you are welcome to bring minimal decorations for celebrations; however, we ask for no confetti, glitter, or hanging decorations. Decorations must be restricted to what fits on top of your table. Tables must be occupied by your party and not reserved for food or gifts. We ask that you please remove and/or dispose of decorations before leaving the winery. Balloons are not allowed inside of the tasting room/greenhouse.
Do you ship your wines?
Yes! We currently ship our wines across the Commonwealth of Virginia. The recipient must be over the age of 21 with proper identification upon delivery. We can only ship to addresses within Virginia at this time. To order, please visit our online store.
Can I buy your wines at other locations?
Our wines are currently available at the following locations:
Good Foods Grocery - Richmond, VA
Mt Olympus Berry Farm - Ruther Glen, VA