Visiting / Policies

Our Hours of Operation (Winter Season)

*CLOSED THE MONTH OF JANUARY and FIRST THREE WEKEENDS OF FEBRUARY 2026*
Fridays Noon to 5:00pm
Saturdays Noon to 5:00pm
Sundays Noon to 5:00pm

Check Social Media for weather-related closures/hours

Group Sizes

Group Visits / Larger Parties
To ensure a comfortable visit we ask parties wishing to sit indoors to be no larger than six (6) patrons. For parties larger than six (6) persons wishing to sit indoors please contact us by email via contact@waterfordwinereserve.com to make arrangements.

Reservations

Reservations are not required but are available to assure an open spot indoors when you visit. Reservations are free and can be made by texting us at (540) 692-9463. More information is available here.

All outdoor seating is first-come first-serve and reservations are not available for any outside seating.

Pets and Human Pets

Pets
Friendly pets are welcome at the Wine Reserve (but not inside the itty bity tasting room). There’s plenty of room on our deck and in the grassy areas of the property for your furry friends. Please remember to clean up after your pet.

Children
Children under the supervision of a responsible adult are welcome at the Wine Reserve. Sorry, children are not permitted in the Wine Library speakeasy space.

Other Stuff

Food Offerings
We are pleased to offer a selection of gourmet sandwiches, cheese, and charcuterie to pair with our wines. Outside food is always welcome also.

Outside Alcohol
In accordance with VA Alcohol Beverage Control laws, alcoholic beverages other than those purchased at the Wine Reserve are NOT allowed on the property. Individuals or groups that don’t comply with this policy will be asked to leave.

Sampling Wine / Tastings
We have a pretty darn tiny tasting bar which isn’t well-equipped for guided tastings. Fear not, in addition to glass and bottle sales we do offer rotating self-guided tasting flights featuring six pre-determined wines for $20. Our wine flights, known as Wine Lab, are made to order and offered for you to enjoy at your own pace. We have a mixed offering of six wines as well as vertical tasting options. Informational cards describing each wine are provided. (We are always happy to pour a complimentary sample of our wine before you commit to a glass/botte.)

Online Orders / Pickup
Online orders for pickup continue to be available. Any orders or wine club pickups can be collected during normal operating hours. Feel free to email via contact@waterfordwinereserve.com for any requests outside our regular business hours.

Smoking
We are a smoke-free property. Please refrain from smoking, vaping, and whatever the kids are doing these days while in the tasting room and on the outdoor grounds of the property.

Wine Flights
We do offer self-guided tasting flights which allow you to enjoy six wines at your own pace and from the comfort of your private seating location.

Wine Library Speakeasy

Wine Library Private Space

Groups of up to 12 adults can book reservations in our speakeasy-style Wine Library. We can also provided guided tastings from the bottle in this space. The Wine Library is by reservation only and more information can be found here.