Sunshine Ridge Winery, Gainesville
The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm Gainesville, VA May 23, 2021, June 19, 2021. Kim and I first visited the new Sunshine Ridge Winery in Gainesville on a blistering hot day in May. Sunshine Ridge opened in March, and we wish them the best. Even with the heat, there was a breeze because the winery is situated on the shore of Lake Manassas. In the fall, the facing lakeshore will be glorious with Fall foliage. Imagine a nice glass of wine in front of the fire place. Sunshine Ridge is a partnership of several families, according to Tom and Maria who are part owners. According to Virginia corporation records, Sunshine Ridge is affiliated with the Winery at Bull Run (Fictitious Name Registration, June 17, 2020). We understand from Chris Pearmund of Pearmund Cellars that he also has an interest. Different family members run different aspects of the place. The only grapes that appeared to be growing was a small stand of Petit Verdot but in time other varietals are pla