Black Ankle Vineyards

I came to this winery about 1.5 years ago when my family first moved to DC. I totally forgot about this place since it was that long ago until my au pair was looking for recommendations of things to do in Maryland.There are so many wonderful things about this winery from the beautiful inside space with different seating options. We all sat at the round table that was built into the wall. It was so cozy and the kids just had so much fun sitting inside.My partner and I did a wine flight to try as many wines as possible. Not gonna be shy about it, we are very picky with our wine and often are disappointed by the local DMV wines. But this was very good and we liked just about all the wines we tried.There isn't an extensive food menu but we did get the charcuterie board, and it was very good as well. The kids love cheese, meats, crackers and nuts so that was a hit!We visited during easter time and they had a fun little set up outside in the fields where kids could pick lollipops out of the ground. The kids just loved that and running through the fields to see the animals on the farm across the way. We'll need to plan another trip back!

It was my first time checking out this vineyard and I came with a couple of friends and I thought it was awesome! The rose is my favorite! There was a holiday bazaar and I had the perfect Sunday! I highly recommend checking it out!

The grounds here are beautiful. It was nice having a host to take us to our table to prevent us from wondering through the crowds.Although we decided not to stay long enough to take a tour, I had to ask where the name came from. I was told that the name comes from an old farm trail that previously went to DC. Throughout the interior you will see old historian pictures and depictions of muddy boots (check out the wine glasses). I'll admit that I thought the comments about the prices were a bit exaggerated but it is indeed a little pricey here compared to other local vineyards. We tried their mixed flight and it was ok. I didn't find a new favorite. There was a coffee truck and food truck. I tried the smoked wings and didn't finish them - they were ok. We wanted the charcuterie but we weren't hungry enough to justify paying forParking is fairly easy and there are quite a few EV chargers. There is live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 4pm. Overall it was an ok visit.

My experience at this enchanting winery was truly delightful. The customer service exceeded expectations, earning a solid A+. The array of wines available was simply fantastic, showcasing a blend of quality and variety that's sure to please any wine enthusiast. I look forward to revisiting this gem in the near future.The outdoor seating was a highlight of my visit, offering a serene ambiance amidst picturesque vineyards. However, the intense sunlight made it quite warm, and I suggest considering tables with umbrellas for added comfort.While the setting was perfect, I couldn't help but imagine how delightful it would be with the addition of live music or some classic rock tunes. It would elevate the overall experience and create a lively atmosphere that complements the wine tasting journey. Despite this small suggestion, my visit was memorable, and I eagerly anticipate my next visit.

Very knowledgeable front desk lady! I may need her to give me a class on reds. Various types of red wines she mentioned sounded more like a foreign language to me. I feel as someone who drinks red wine exclusively. I need to get better perhaps I'll schedule myself a class in the future great location and a wonderful winery to enjoy with friends or for date night if I'm in the area again, I will definitely be back

Great amount of seating, customer service was friendly and efficient. The wines were delicious and came out fast with plenty of varieties. The vibe was amazing! It's super family friendly and accommodating to children yet perfect for a date or event w groups. The seating areas worked well for all. There was live music that started around 5 on a Saturday evening. Also I loved that there were plenty of food options - bring your own picnic, order bread and/or charcuterie boards, and also an onsite food truck (Peruvian street food this particular day). I cannot wait to return!

Decided to visit a winery over Labor Day weekend with friends and they chose Black Ankle Vineyards. The winery is nestled down in these rolling hills and is very picturesque. It also has plenty of seating options (both indoor and outdoor / covered and uncovered) which is nice for both an intimate date and a larger group. The wine offerings were quite nice and even though it's not listed, they do allow you to order a mixed flight. Ordering is a bit confusing though as you would think you can order from your table once seated, however, you have to head inside to order which is slightly inconvenient.Food offerings from the menu are extremely limited and are what I would call nibbles (they had a food truck - outside vendor - because I assume they received enough feedback about food options being limited) , although it is nice that virtually all of them are made by local businesses in the DMV area. We went with a variety of items and charcuterie and pickle dip we're our favorites. We truly didn't bother taking pics of the other items because we didn't expect them to be pre-packed (like they were ready to be sold in a supermarket) and they weren't anything to write home about. OH, and the "biscuits" aren't the buttermilk baked fluffy biscuits one might expect, but rather shortbread biscuits which was a bit of a bummer.Now for the wine ... overall pleased with all that I selected in my flight, however, as you see from the pics, the flight has no labeling so I didn't know what I was drinking .... and the server was super busy so I didn't bother to ask her as it initially took a while for the flight to be delivered.Overall it was nice day, however, I probably won't be back unless someone has an event here that I attend.

Welcome to"The excited southerner at a Maryland's vineyard"Black Ankle Vineyards on a gorgeous sunny Saturday.... You just can't beat itWe did the tastings and todays lineup included 2022 ALBARIÑOA wonderful acidic white with lots of character 2021 ALBARIÑO NORTÉThis white was less acidic but light and refreshing 2022 PASSEGGIATAThis is a blend of the reds and whites on property, varying from season.. very smoothSLATE 961% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot12% Petit Verdot, 3% Cabernet FrancReally a phenomenal red blend...Butmy fave was 2019 Black Ankle Estate A wonderful red blend of Cabernet Sav, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit VerdotIt is a gorgeous vineyard with helpful Knowledgeable staff.

I've been to quite a few wineries in the DMV area and am usually disappointed by the quality of the wines. Black ankle is different. Their wines are expensive, but good. If you want to hang out at a winery with a good vibe and quality wine (and willing to spend the money), Black Ankle is the spot. I did a mixed flight and husband did the red flight. We also ordered a glass of Black Ankle Estate. The Black Ankle Estate was our absolute favorite-- bummer it wasn't included as part of the flight. While we enjoyed tasting different wine, personally would rather order a glass of BA Estate ($28) over ordering the flight ($33). We loved that you could bring your own food. Service was fast, helpful. There were a lot of children and dogs which we loved (dogs allowed on the patio only). I will definitely be back with my dog next time!

Nice atmosphere. Really busy the night I went. We were packed in like sardines. Long winding road to get there.