Rural Retreat Winery and Dye’s Vineyards

If you are looking for a gratifying deli sandwich and a local glass of wine, I found it! I know this does not sound like much of a challenge, but I have been disappointed many times. Rural Retreat Winery and Dye’s Vinyards, Rural Retreat, Va, located off I-81, exit 60 has a selection that will be worth your stop.  I recommend the Hot Blue Ribbon Turkey and Cranberry Chutney with lettuce and tomato served on grilled sourdough bread. The deli has a mix matched collection of items that range from gift baskets to local wood working. You can also enjoy a wine tasting of their local wines for a very reasonable price of $4.50. The wine selection includes full body reds from locally grown Cabernet Francs, Steubens and DeChaunacs and whites from Muscats, Vidal Blancs, Taminettes and Chardonnays. If you are a wine snob, (like me) these wines do not, nor should they have the full body and flavor you will find in a French wine. Just enjoy the experience of a delectable sandwich and a local wine!

Rating 3 out of 5.

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