Food & Wine recently named Burnt Hill Farm in Clarksburg, Maryland, one of its “12 Stunning U.S. Vineyards to Visit This Harvest Season,” spotlighting the Montgomery County estate alongside some of the nation’s top wine destinations. Our very own “Mr. MoCo” Alex Tsironis visited last night and shared his account of the experience (video also available below).
“Last night I got to experience ‘A Taste of Burnt Hill,’ described as a ‘luxury tasting experience atop the hill.’ It truly lived up to the description… a stunning evening at one of Food & Wine’s featured vineyards.” Alex arrived early for his 7 pm reservation, just in time to catch the 6:26 sunset over the 117-acre property. “We lucked out with the weather,” he said, sharing that he captured both the farm’s sheep and the glowing sky in perfect light.
Guests are greeted with a glass of Blanc de Blancs before sitting down for a guided tasting that includes three estate reserve wines, stone-milled bread service, and seasonal garden snacks, all presented on handcrafted ceramics made from the farm’s own soil. The experience even comes with a playful touch, “They give you this little toolkit for your food, so I ate my dessert with a little shovel,” Alex said.
Following the tasting, guests can explore Burnt Hill further, enjoying à la carte small plates and a curated wine list highlighting ingredients grown, raised, and foraged on-site. The menu is crafted by Chef-Partner Tae Strain (formerly of Momofuku) in collaboration with Burnt Hill’s sister property, Old Westminster Winery.
Reservations require a $26 per person non-refundable fee, securing a three-hour visit and a welcome glass of Blanc de Blancs. The $85 per person tasting experience is charged on-site and includes a 20% gratuity and tax. The adult-only tasting room accommodates one to six guests.
Founded by siblings Drew Baker, Lisa Hinton, and Ashli Johnson, Burnt Hill Farm is a regenerative polyculture vineyard that blends sustainable agriculture, craftsmanship, and hospitality. Its recognition by Food & Wine cements its place as one of the most beautiful and innovative vineyards in the country, right here in upper Montgomery County.
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