Southwest Mountains Vineyards
Since opening in 2023, Southwest Mountains Vineyards has quickly emerged as a new benchmark for American wine, earning acclaim for its estate-grown vintages. Our varietals consistently receive gold and silver medals in the Virginia Governor’s Cup, and several wines have been rated 92+ points by James Suckling. With a focus on elegance and structure, SMV is proud to craft premium wines that meet the highest global standards.
Featured wines:
Southwest Mountains Vineyards Virginia Hills Rosé 2025
Southwest Mountains Vineyards Virginia Hills Cabernet Franc 2025
Southwest Mountains Vineyards Ascot Red 2023
Southwest Mountains Vineyards Petit Manseng 2023
Meet the winemaker:
Boela Gerber
"At the helm of SMV is Boela Gerber, former head winemaker at South Africa’s renowned Groot Constantia estate, bringing more than 20 years of international winemaking expertise to the Monticello AVA. Known for producing award-winning wines across multiple continents, Boela brings a thoughtful, hands-on approach to every vintage—guiding each step from vineyard to bottle to ensure exceptional character and consistency."