About Us

Catamaran Hills Vineyard, established in 2021, is an innovative initiative in viticulture by passionate farming enthusiasts  located in Loudoun County, VA. Situated amidst the picturesque landscape between Short Hill Mountain in the Southwest and Catoctin Mountain in the Northeast, the vineyard site offers  mountain views and enchanting sunsets.   Our meticulously crafted wines offer a smooth and rich flavors that elevate every sip similar to a catamaran that offer smooth  and entertaining sailing .

Catamaran Hills, under the mentorship of Doug Fabiolli,  aspires to be at the forefront of the viticulture industry, combining tradition with modern techniques and a commitment to sustainability. Doug  is renowned as "The Godfather of Loudoun wine," according to leading newspaper, LoudounNow.  Vineyard Manager Severino Maya Garcia has been a part of this venture since day one. He has overseen all of the hard work required to layout, build, plant, and now maintain and nurture vines.  We are a member of the Loudoun Made and Loudoun Grown™  program and Lovettsville Co Op.

It an incredibly exciting time now! Five years of dedication and hard work are finally bearing fruit—literally!  We're on the brink of unveiling the inaugural bottle of wine crafted from our very own vineyard!

Key Events

2020 - Soil restoration, treatment. Soil test  passed by VTec Ag Dept.

2021 -  New planting of Cabernet Franc, Petit Manseng, Petit Verdot

2022 -  Additional  planting  of Petit Manseng.                                                   

2023- First harvest of Petit Manseng. New planting of Carmenere.     

2024-  Wines in the barrel. Second harvest.                                                        

Catamaran Hills Vineyard, located along the Middleburg American Viticulture Area (AVA) within the Northern Virginia Loudoun County Wine Trail, takes great pride in cultivating the finest quality fruit that Virginia has to offer. The vineyard benefits from its unique location, featuring slopes, elevation, and soils that are rich in granite rocks, ensuring excellent drainage.

The primary grape varietals grown at Catamaran Hills Vineyard are of the Bordeaux blend variety, reflecting the region's focus on producing exceptional red wines. One of the standout red varietals is 

Cabernet Franc, which has earned international recognition for its quality in Virginia. This spicy and peppery wine exhibits a range of aromas, including plum, blackberry, violets, and tobacco notes. It is regarded as one of Virginia's finest red wines.

Another notable white varietal grown at Catamaran Hills Vineyard is

Petit Manseng, which is known for producing distinctive dry white wines. Its loosely packed clusters enable it to thrive late into the growing season, making it suitable for crafting fine off-dry and dessert wines as well. Petit Manseng offers rich aromas of candied fruit and spice, often accompanied by flavors of honey, nuts, and pineapple

Petit Verdot has also emerged as a star red varietal in Virginia, and Catamaran Hills Vineyard recognizes its potential. This grape contributes to the production of dark, full-bodied red wines with a deep purple color. Dense and filled with dark fruit flavors such as blackberry, black cherry, and black plum, Petit Verdot wines often exhibit spicy notes of leather, coconut, smoke, and dark chocolate. They are known for their bold tannins and excellent aging potential.

Carmenere, a red varietal that shares similarities with its Bordeaux counterparts Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. It showcases good structure in terms of both acidity and tannin profile. Carmenere exhibits a range of flavors and aromas, including peppery, leafy, blackcurrant, and red and black fruit notes.