Nestled among the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Leesburg has spent more than two centuries honing its small-town charm. Some of its oldest structures remain intact downtown, where colorful boutiques and stylish restaurants continue to fill the historic spaces.
The area’s fruitful soil has more recently placed Leesburg at the center of Washington, D.C.’s wine country. Thomas Jefferson was among the first Americans to envision a strong viticulture for Virginia, but that dream is only now becoming a reality. There are some 35 wineries in the Leesburg area, including the recently opened Stone Tower Winery, where visitors can tour the vineyard and sample vintages like Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, and Viognier. Set on 200 acres of rolling hills south of Leesburg, the grounds highlight the commonwealth’s rustic beauty.