G
one are the days when
wine lovers had to travel
to California for a unique
winery experience. From the far
corner of the Eastern Panhandle
to the southern coal fields, West
Virginians have perfected the art of
wine and mead making, adding a
unique and timeless element to the
state’s tourism experience. With a
variety of flavors to choose from,
the Mountain State’s wineries offer
something for everyone.
Batton Hollow Winery
www.battonhollowwinery.com
Jim Kelley learned the art of making
wine from his neighbors while living
in Italy during his time in the U.S. Air
Force. In 2014, he and his wife, Toni,
opened the doors of Batton Hollow
Winery in Lost Creek, WV. In addition
to its table and sweet wines, it has
found a niche in creating seasonal
wines: Primavera in the spring,
Summer Breeze in the summer,
Autumn Glory in the fall and Winter
White in the winter. Guests will enjoy
the view of the rolling hills while
sipping a chardonnay or pinot noir
on the outdoor patio. Visit Batton
Hollow Friday-Saturday, 12-6 p.m.
or by appointment, where tours of
the winery and a free sampling in the
tasting room are available.
Chestnut Ridge Winery
www.chestnutridgewinery.com
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Chestnut
Ridge
Winery.
winery is located at the trailhead of
Ben’s Run Trail, and it is described
as having something for everyone.
Chestnut Ridge Winery produces
traditional European dry and semi-
dry wines, as well as semi-sweet
wines with hints of fruit flavors like
peach, blackberry and pomegranate.
Chestnut Ridge has its own tasting
and events room and is the perfect
spot for private and public events. The
winery, which is open Wednesday-
Sunday, also frequently holds painting
and cooking classes.
Daniel Vineyards
www.danielvineyards.com
Photo by Daniel Vineyards.
Forks of Cheat Winery
www.wvwines.com
Daniel Vineyards is a scenic property
boasting a variety of panoramic views.
Both its warm and welcoming indoor
tasting room and picturesque outdoor
gazebo offer an ideal atmosphere for
individual and group tastings, and
right outside is a large, open deck
constructed around large trees that
truly gives this winery a West Virginia
feel. Daniel Vineyards strives to