Caret Cellars

Caret Cellars Caret Cellars is a family-owned and operated vineyard and winery committed to producing quality estate wines expressing the character of the property. R.D.

To buy wine online, visit https://caretcellars.com/index.php/buy-our-wine/ Caret Cellars is a family-owned and operated vineyard and winery by R.D. and Junghee Thompson. Located just off Route 17, Caret Cellars is an hour northeast of Richmond in Essex County, Virginia. Our winery provides an unpretentious and welcoming atmosphere with an Italian flair. We offer tastings and are planning for a win

e club soon. We are continuing to expand the winery and vineyard, and just completed a new tasting room. You can taste our wines at our unique bar as well as stepping down into our cellar production area where we can show you the winemaking process. Also, we are currently able to host outdoor events. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a bottle of wine at a table or on the lawn overlooking the vineyard. We welcome your children and dogs to join you. Raised in a farming community in Walla Walla, Washington, R.D. served in the United States Air Force and worked as a government contractor before entering the wine business. Junghee has been a manager at the Quantico Marine Corps Exchange for over 20 years. Since planting the vineyard in 2007, both have been devoted to growing only the healthiest grapes which are key to producing great wine. and Junghee purchased the land for the vineyard in 2006, planted their grape vines in 2007, and built the winery in 2014. They are both pleased to offer a new spot where locals and tourists can meet, drink wine and have a relaxing time in a friendly environment.

Birthstone: grape.Spirit animal: wine glass.Life path: straight to Caret Cellars.
08/29/2026

Birthstone: grape.
Spirit animal: wine glass.
Life path: straight to Caret Cellars.

08/22/2026

Caret Cellars is open Friday to Sunday from noon to 6 pm. caretcellars.com

08/22/2026

Join us in the tasting room for summer cheer. We're open Friday through Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m.

495 Meadow Landing Lane, Caret, VA 22436
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Charge your car. Treat yourself. Caret Cellars now has a two-vehicle EV charging station—the perfect reason to linger a ...
08/21/2026

Charge your car. Treat yourself.

Caret Cellars now has a two-vehicle EV charging station—the perfect reason to linger a little longer with your favorite wine.

Friday-Sunday, Noon to 6 p.m.

495 Meadow Landing Lane
Caret, VA 23436

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Your next adventure is waiting at Caret Cellars — stop by, swirl a glass, and enjoy a visit that feels like coming home!
08/08/2026

Your next adventure is waiting at Caret Cellars — stop by, swirl a glass, and enjoy a visit that feels like coming home!

07/30/2026
07/22/2026

Experts say eating lettuce is not healthy for you now because of a parasite. Stay healthy; drink wine!

Caret Cellars
495 Meadow Landing Lane
Caret, VA 22476
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07/10/2026

Slow down. Sip something beautiful.

Caret Cellars is a family‑owned vineyard dedicated to producing wines that reflect the character of our land. Whether you’re stopping by for a tasting or picking up bottles for the weekend, we’re here to make your visit memorable.

Open today — come see us.

07/05/2026

Summer outings just got sweeter with Caret Cellars!

Heading to the beach, the park, or cheering at a soccer game? Take your favorite Virginia wine along for the sunshine. Sip, relax, and make every summer moment a little more memorable with Caret Cellars.

wine. Good company. Great adventures.

07/04/2026

Happy 250th Birthday, America!

It might be blazing outside, but inside the tasting room it’s cool, cozy, and full of celebration.

Come, raise a glass with us today — sip something refreshing, relax in the AC, and enjoy a cool salute to America’s 250 years of spirit, history, and independence.

Address

495 Meadow Landing Lane
Caret, VA
22436

Opening Hours

Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+15404136454

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