HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsBarboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins
Virginia · United States
The entire estate is open for tasting our wines in a stroll or in a picnic, and our informed and enthusiastic hosts present tastings continuously in the Discovery Tasting Room, every day of the week, as well as in Library 1821, . The Tasting Room is where the broadest range of our current vintages is introduced, while the Library 1821 presents a changing selection of flights of current and older vintages from our cellars, and with seasonal culinary pairings designed by our chefs. Every encouragement is given, also, to enjoying our wines in the truly splendid lawns surrounding the historic Landmark Ruins of Thomas Jefferson's mansion for Governor James Barbour, a pleasant stroll away.
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10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins
Welcome to the Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins, an extraordinary destination nestled deep within the rolling, verdant hills of the Virginia Piedmont. You are about to embark on a highly unique auditory journey that…
Listen in the app2The Estate Entrance and Vineyards Approach
Welcome to the Barboursville Vineyards, an expansive landscape where the rich, complex history of the American Republic intertwines with the ancient, noble art of viticulture. As we stand near the estate entrance, your eyes are…
Listen in the app3The 1804 Inn and Historic Grounds
As we progress deeper into the estate, moving away from the modern agricultural operations, we arrive at the beautifully preserved eighteen o four Inn and its surrounding historic grounds. This elegant, two story brick structure…
Listen in the app4The Barboursville Ruins - Front Portico and Facade
Following the main path from the inn, we arrive at the awe inspiring climax of the historical estate, the imposing front facade of the Barboursville Ruins. Standing before this massive brick structure, you are immediately…
Listen in the app5The Barboursville Ruins - The Octagon Room
As we step over the threshold of the original facade, we enter the most architecturally significant interior space of the entire ruins, the magnificent front Octagon Room. To fully appreciate exactly where you are standing, you…
Listen in the app6The Barboursville Ruins - The Unfinished Dome and Fire of 1884
Standing directly amidst the brick skeleton of the Barboursville Ruins, we must look upward to fully understand the ambition, and the ultimate tragedy, of this architectural masterpiece. If you cast your gaze toward the open sky…
Listen in the app7The Barbour Family Cemetery
Leaving the immediate vicinity of the imposing ruins, our walking route gently guides us toward a quieter, deeply contemplative section of the estate, the Barbour family cemetery. The path transitions from the manicured lawns of…
Listen in the app8The Civil War Museum and Historical Relics
Stepping away from the immediate shadow of the Barbour family cemetery, our path now leads us toward a more somber chapter of American history, encapsulated within the estate's Civil War Museum. This specialized repository stands…
Listen in the app9The Winery Tasting Room and Cellars
As we conclude our historical walking tour, we arrive at the vibrant, modern heart of the estate, the magnificent winery tasting room. This elegant, highly active space serves as the ultimate culmination of our journey, where the…
Listen in the app10Closing
We have now reached the conclusion of our extensive, deeply historical walking tour through the Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins. Standing here at the very end of our journey, it is vital to take a quiet moment to…
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What is Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins?
Barboursville Vineyards and Historic Ruins is a place in Virginia · United States with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Virginia · United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.1605, -78.2772 |
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