On the mountainside of Quaker Run, where our most acclaimed reds are born, one white grape has claimed its place among the greats. The 2022 Quaker Run Chardonnay, recognized once again among the Top 100 Wines of the USA by James Suckling, with 95 points awarded to this vintage, stands as a benchmark for Virginia Chardonnay.&nbsp;Crafted from a small block of our oldest vines, this wine reflects the precision and patience that define its making. The 2022 vintage reveals layered notes of lemon curd, white stone fruit, allspice, and starfruit, lifted by bright acidity and a subtle, textural depth born of extended lees contact.&nbsp;&nbsp;<blockquote>“Such a complicated and fascinating nose of subtle flowers, ripe fruit and subtly sweet spices. The taut, vivid palate shows delicious flintiness, with savory lemon pith, hard pears and a hint of gunpowder in the finish. It’s coiled, with a serious mineral spine, and fabulously balances weight and bones.” — James Suckling, 95 Points, Top 100 Wines of the USA (2025)&nbsp;</blockquote><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>WINEMAKER NOTE</h3>Taking cues from the vineyard, we farm this very small block of old vine Chardonnay with the intention of letting it shine as its own bottling. From dormant pruning through fermentation and aging, this wine has been crafted with a holistic approach—one rooted in precision in the vineyard and patience in the cellar. Fermented with ambient yeasts and made from perfectly ripe fruit, the Quaker Run Chardonnay underwent a slow fermentation lasting twelve months. It remained on its lees until December 2023, developing more texture and complexity while preserving the purity of vineyard expression.&nbsp;<h3>IN THE VINEYARD</h3>Early spring, we experienced few frost events, escaping significant fruit damage. Throughout spring and into summer, we saw typical showers, which thankfully cleared up around bloomtime, returning shortly after, resulting in a bit more of a rainy season than we experienced in 2021. As the season progressed, we saw greater variability in rainfall depending on site, throughout the state. The late season rains, leading to harvest were also accompanied by notable drying, and at times, significant diurnal shifts, which allowed for balanced vineyards to fully ripen prior to seeing the remnants of Hurricane Ian.&nbsp;<h3>AGING</h3>12 months on lees in 500L barrels with light and medium toasts, and an additional 4 months on the lees in stainless steel, totaling 16 months of lees aging. This wine is young and vibrant now, but with proper cellaring, will drink well for five to ten years.&nbsp;As we bring our 2025 harvest to a close, we raise a glass to what is possible and celebrate the release of the 2022 Quaker Run Chardonnay. <a href="https://store.earlymountain.com/product/2022-Quaker-Run-Chardonnay">Shop now.&nbsp;</a>

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The 2022 Quaker Run Chardonnay: A Benchmark for Virginia Wine

EDIBLE INSIGHT: A HANDS-ON CULINARY EXPERIENCE Saturday, November 15th, 2025 | 6:00 PM&nbsp;&nbsp;An evening where food, wine, and craft come together. Begin with a chef-led demo on hand-crafted agnolotti pasta, then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on session before moving into a four-course, wine-paired dinner. Each course celebrates the season, thoughtfully paired with Early Mountain wines.&nbsp;Due to popular demand, we recommend reserving early as space is limited.$195 per guest ($180 for members). This ticket total includes all service fees and taxes.&nbsp;MenuFirst Course Chicory &amp; Endive with Cara Cara Orange, Rio Red Grapefruit, Pickled Fennel, Ricotta Salata, Toasted Pistachio, and Vanilla-Honey Vinaigrette2023 Petit Manseng&nbsp;Second Course Parsnip Agnolotti with Roasted Mushroom Consommé and Thyme2021 Quaker Run Cabernet Franc&nbsp;Entrée (select one) Rohan Duck Breast with Pickled Autumn Greens, Celery Root, Poached Pear, and Pomegranate Demi-Glace2021 Eluvium&nbsp;Or&nbsp;Pan Seared Alaskan HalibutButternut Squash, Roasted Mushrooms, Garlic Confit,Gremolata, and Marigold2023 Madison County Chardonnay &nbsp;&nbsp;Dessert Cast Iron Apple Cobbler with Sorghum Molasses Ice Cream and Bourbon CaramelBrut Sparkling NV

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EDIBLE INSIGHT: A HANDS-ON CULINARY EXPERIENCE

<h3>Member Exclusive Holiday Weekend at Early Mountain</h3>Friday–Sunday, December 5–7 | Extended hours on Saturday, December 6th&nbsp;Celebrate the holidays at Early Mountain during our Member Exclusive Weekend, filled with festive wines, seasonal flavors, and warm hospitality. Enjoy Chef Tim’s Holiday Prix Fixe Menu, a modern take on traditional favorites, perfectly paired with your December wine selections. Your complimentary wine flight, Chef’s Bite, and à la carte offerings will also be available throughout the weekend.&nbsp;Reservations fill quickly — reserve your table and celebrate the season with us!&nbsp;Special Holiday Prix Fixe Menu&nbsp;Canapé Taleggio RôtiTart Cranberry, Pecan, Smoked Bacon Jam, Sage and Baguettepaired with &nbsp;Brut Rosé NV&nbsp;First CourseWinter White EndivePickled Fennel, Asian Pear, Marcona Almond, Whipped Chèvre, and Vanilla-Champagne Vinaigrettepaired with award-winning 2022 Quaker Run Chardonnay&nbsp;Entrée (choice of)New Frontier Bison Tenderloin Parmesan Hasselback Potato, and Horseradish Creampaired with 2021 Eluvium&nbsp;or&nbsp;Pan-Seared Rockfish with black garlic, Ashland Farms bok choy,&nbsp; and soy-glazed mushrooms&nbsp; paired with 2023 Petit Manseng&nbsp;Dessert Coconut CakeMacadamia, Pear, and RumChata Sabayonpaired with Brut Sparkling NV&nbsp;<a href="https://www.exploretock.com/earlymountainwinery/experience/private/34e8eb0f-9e2d-4add-8620-2b56c8c5d256?date=2025-12-05&amp;size=2&amp;time=12%3A00">Reserve Friday</a><a href="https://www.exploretock.com/earlymountainwinery/experience/private/8e340f55-d9cb-40eb-9004-7f2dd4399836?date=2025-12-06&amp;size=2&amp;time=12%3A00">Reserve Saturday</a><a href="https://www.exploretock.com/earlymountainwinery/experience/private/e756f4e9-ca19-4674-94cf-b1771b6c54bf?_gl=1*bga2c3*_gcl_au*MTk1MzUzMTQ1OC4xNzU1NjA1MTIy*_ga*MTEwODIzNDEzOS4xNjg4MTUzNjky*_ga_YGWFMWBBS8*czE3NjI5NzY3MDMkbzQ3OCRnMSR0MTc2Mjk3NjgxNCRqMTYkbDAkaDA.">Reserve Sunday</a>&nbsp;<h4>Member Exclusive Tasting with Maya Hood White</h4>Saturday, December 6th at 1PMJoin Winemaker Maya Hood White in our Wine Library for an intimate holiday tasting featuring a curated lineup of her favorite mountainside reds from our Quaker Run vineyard.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.exploretock.com/earlymountainwinery/event/private/1541291c-b15f-47e1-a926-f9aaa1de105d?_gl=1*1xb4zw0*_gcl_au*MTk1MzUzMTQ1OC4xNzU1NjA1MTIy*_ga*MTEwODIzNDEzOS4xNjg4MTUzNjky*_ga_YGWFMWBBS8*czE3NjI5NzY3MDMkbzQ3OCRnMSR0MTc2Mjk3NjgyOCRqMiRsMCRoMA..">Reservations</a>

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Member Exclusive Weekend at Early Mountain 

Holiday Prix Fixe Dinner at Early Mountain Saturday, December 13th &nbsp;| Reservations begin at 6:00 PM&nbsp;Celebrate the season with an evening that captures the spirit of the holidays at Early Mountain. Enjoy Chef Tim Moore’s beautifully crafted Holiday Prix Fixe Dinner, featuring seasonal ingredients and optional wine pairings designed to complement each course.&nbsp;This special experience offers the perfect way to gather with friends and loved ones, soak in the holiday atmosphere, and toast to the season surrounded by the warmth and beauty of the estate. $175 per guest with wine pairings | $120 without&nbsp;“Fish &amp; Chips” Quarter Ounce of Kaluga Caviar,&nbsp; Potato Rosti, and “Champagne Cream”&nbsp; paired with Early Mountain Brut NV&nbsp;Choose of:Scallop &amp; Mushroom à la Grecque with cauliflower, boozy raisin, almond,&nbsp; sage, and roasted mushroom vinaigrette&nbsp; paired with 2023 Petit Manseng&nbsp;&nbsp;Truffled Spätzle Risotto with potato panko and Parmigiano Reggiano&nbsp; paired with 2022 Quaker Run Chardonnay&nbsp;Entrée choose of: Pan-Seared Rockfish with black garlic, Ashland Farms bok choy,&nbsp; and soy-glazed mushrooms&nbsp; paired with 2021 Intention&nbsp;OR&nbsp;Bison Steak Au Poivre with potato mille-feuille and shallot confit&nbsp; paired with 2019 Rise&nbsp;Conclude the evening with: Chocolate Cremeux with cranberry mousse,&nbsp; dehydrated meringue, and anise&nbsp; paired with Early Mountain Brut Rosé

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Holiday Prix Fixe Dinner at Early Mountain

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