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If you are looking to explore the Quantico region agriculturally, visit some of the local farmers markets or enjoying a glass of wine at one of the local wineries.
 Wineries
There is a winery for everyone in the Quantico region.
- Hartwood Winery
If you are interested in seeing one of the oldest wineries in Virginia and seeing how a family was able to start-up a winery in Virginia in 1989, then try visiting the Hartwood Winery. The Hartwood Winery offers wine tastings daily from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, but note that you must call in advance for the 10:00 am to 11:00 am tastings. Hartwood also offers private tastings, and holds several popular events throughout the year.
- Potomac Point Winery
The Potomac Point Winery in northeast Stafford is the newest winery in the region, and features a bistro, a wine tasting room, gifts, outdoor patio, adirondack chairs that overlook the vineyard, and an event space that can accommodate any party. The Bistro at Potomac Point is closed Mondays and Tuesdays, and the winery is only closed on Mondays. Please visit their website for specific hours of operation and a calendar of events.
- The Winery at La Grange
The third winery, The Winery at La Grange is located in Prince William County, and is housed in a beautiful historic red brick manor home built in the 1790s. The Winery at La Grange opened in 2006 and also offers several event spaces to choose from. The wines offered at the winery include: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Viognier, Rosé of Merlot, Cuvee Blanc, Norton, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Meritage, Tannat, Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and a Port styled wine called Snort. The Winery at La Grange is open every day of the week from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.
 Farmers Markets
If you are looking for more local produce try out some of the local farmers markets! There are four farmers markets within the Quantico region:
- Dale City Farmers Market
Located off Dale Boulevard in the Dale City commuter parking lot (next to Center Plaza), Woodbridge
Hours of operation: 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Sundays (Rain or Shine)
Open from the first Sunday in April until the Sunday before Thanksgiving
- Haymarket Farmers Market
Located at 15025 Washington St. (Town Hall Parking Lot)
Hours of Operation: 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Saturdays
Open from the last Saturday in April to the last Saturday in October
- Manassas Farmers Market
Located at Church Street, in the Harris Pavilion parking lot in Old Town Manassas
Hours of Operation: 7:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays
Open from the first Saturday in April until the first weekend in November
- North Stafford Farmers Market
Located on Staffordsborough Boulevard in the commuter parking lot behind McDonalds and Hardees
Hours of Operation: Saturdays: 7:00 a.m-3:00 p.m., Sundays: 10:00 a.m-3:00 p.m.
Open from May to November
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Page last Updated: 7/1/2009 10:12 AM
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