The Early Mountain Vineyards Collection
A Whimsical Wine Country Charmer
Rustic countryside ambiance meets refined winery sophistication at this charmed venue set on more than 300 acres. Spend your day among whimsical wine country vines and a grandiose event hall, taking in the postcard perfect Blue Ridge Mountain landscape.
Warm and welcoming, Early Mountain imparts an amiable family feel and sets the stage for the perfect wine country wedding. The vibrant and verdant property embodies a balanced energy that casually flows from indoor to outdoor spaces. Floor-to-ceiling windows, brick accents and a gorgeous fireplace adorn the classic understated event hall that opens out onto the great lawn and landscaped terrace. A vaulted tasting room eases guests with world-class wines and comfortable lounge seating. The wine library provides an elegant rehearsal dinner space and a charismatic guest cottage offers secluded prep quarters.
Take comfort in Early Mountain’s inclusive wedding packages, calling on the skilled in-house culinary team, day-of coordination services, venue managers and a long list of furniture and décor.
Ceremony & Reception Venue
Arrange your wine country wedding on the gorgeously manicured great lawn and spill into cocktail hour on the terrace. Make the grandiose event hall your own with elegant flourishes among vaulted ceilings and dramatic fireplaces. Host an elegant rehearsal dinner in the secluded wine library chambers or catch up with loved ones in the vaulted tasting room. Best of all, wake up as newlyweds in the guest cottage nestled in the grapevines.
Catering & Bar Services
Lead by talented Executive Chef Tim Moore, the Early Mountain culinary team provides all-inclusive reception packages featuring your choice of seasonal and locally sourced menu selections alongside flexible tiered bar packages. Create your dream menu, showcase meaningful signature cocktails and award-winning Virginia wines and enjoy included linens, china, flatware, wine glasses and barware.
Florals & Decor
The immaculately landscaped and manicured grounds are lush with native grasses, limelight hydrangeas and awe-inspiring foliage. Transcend Early Mountain’s natural beauty with your favorite blooms and hues. Drape the reception hall mantle in sprawling greenery and set dinner tables aglow with seasonal florals and provided lanterns. Flexible spaces such as the great lawn, lounge and tasting room provide a blank slate to paint your floral story.
Tableware, Linens & Rentals
Early Mountain provides a generous amount with white wooden or maple Chiavari chairs and your choice of wooden ceremony arbor, tables, sectional couches, fire pits and patio heaters. Play up the included wine barrels, Prescott lanterns and candles and enhance the flow with specialty lighting, drapery or dance floor aesthetics.
Photography
Rich green rolling hills and forests provide backdrop perfection at this northernmost point on the Monticello Wine Trail. Capture special moments and first looks in front of the 200-year-old barn. Let southern grace and simplicity shine as the wedding party preps in the guest cottage and snap candid laughs and tears in the tasting room and wine library.
Planning, Coordination & Design
Early Mountain Vineyards’ Venue Managers handle your event with the utmost care to ensure your day is unforgettable. Your inclusive wedding package encompasses day-of coordination on property for your wedding from beginning to end. For full-service planning leading up to your celebration, our hand-selected preferred vendors can tackle everything from creative direction to event styling.
