James Charles Winery and Vineyard
October 20, 2022. A little over a half hour drive from Veramar Vineyard, we came to the newest of the three facilities of the Bogaty Family Wine Group, James Charles Winery and Vineyard in Winchester, Frederick County. James Charles feels more elegant than Veramar and, indeed, it is designed to accommodate weddings and other special events. From its distinctive green doors, to its sleek events room, to its tasting room capable of opening up to a rolling lawn, James Charles is party central to the Wine Group. It is fitting that this winery carries the name of its owner since, we understand, Jim and Della Bogaty met and married in the same weekend. Outside food is only allowed outside. Otherwise, have some appetizers from the winery menu. The Virginia Wine Pass is not accepted. For colder months, be sure to reserve one of the outside firepits. We met Matt, the tasting room manager who offered wines we did not see at Veramar. As we noted in our Veramar post, Jame