October One Vineyard
August 12, 2023. Situated in downtown Leesburg, October One Vineyard is a departure from the normal Virginia farm winery. The actual vineyard is located around 20 miles away from the tasting room. There is no public access at the vineyard. This reminded us of the tasting rooms separated from their vineyards that we saw in Woodinville, Washington State. Out there this is commonplace; not so in Virginia. Bob and Loree Rupy formed October One in 2015 and for several years sold their wine at local farmer’s markets. October One is the couple’s wedding anniversary. Bob was the former co-owner of Bluemont Vineyard which still exists. October One Vineyard is nearby in Bluemont . ...