Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard — Attraction in Louisa

Beautiful modern vineyard. It's a bit confusing though because Cooper was recently purchased. The new name is '53rd Winery & Vineyard.' We were a bit disappointed because their website states they grow Albarino - one of our favorites. However, it will not be available for a few years.

They had live music which was really nice. They only allow picnics outside. Evidently it had been permitted inside but no longer.

We liked several of the wines but only purchased 1 bottle. We were frequently ignored and had lagging wait times of 10 minutes or more between tastings. Also the female wine steward was annoyed when I politely asked if they participated in the Virginia Wine Pass. I would not have had to bother her with such an innocuous question if their wifi worked (which it did not in the 1.5 hrs we spent there).

It was busy but I did not observe any other party at the bar being rudely treated except for us. She did become a bit friendlier towards the end of our stay. This was after the parties who had received excellent service had left. If we ever do return we will try to do a tasting with another...

I recently visited Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard and was thoroughly impressed with their Chardonnay, which I later discovered had won a gold award - it's easy to see why! The wine was exceptional, and the food pairings were equally impressive.

While the scenery was pleasant, it wasn't particularly noteworthy. However, the wines and food were reasonably priced, making it a great value. Be aware that the main area inside is quite small, but there is a larger backup area that can accommodate more guests. Unfortunately, the restrooms were small, uneven, and not particularly clean.

Despite some minor drawbacks, the excellent wine and food made up for the visit. I would recommend visiting Fifty-Third Winery & Vineyard, especially during the off-season. Once summer arrives, I anticipate the venue will fill up quickly. Overall, a great spot for wine enthusiasts, but don't expect to be wowed by the scenery or amenities. Parking is easy to find...

One day last summer, I decided to take a detour back from Charlottesville to check out Cooper Vineyards. I enjoyed a delicious tasting with John. Before I left that day, I became a Wine Club Member. As a Member, I receive quarterly collections of 3 bottles each for a modest price ($40-$60/collection). Even though Cooper will ship offerings, I pick up my collections. That way, I can enjoy the