FAQs
Are children allowed?
No. Catoctin Breeze Vineyard is a working farm, and we only allow adults over the age of 21.
Do I need to make a reservation to visit?
No. We are open Thursday – Monday and we do not require a reservation to visit. However, table reservations are encouraged for those who wish to secure a table in our tasting room or the shaded outdoor patio overlooking the vineyard. Walk-ins are welcome and will be seated in the tasting room if space is available. Those with reservations will get priority seating. The lounge and lawn are open seating. We also offer a more elaborate 60-90 minute tour and tasting coined “The Catoctin Experience”. Group sizes are limited to 6 people or less.
Do you accommodate bachelor/bachelorette parties?
No. Catoctin Breeze is a small venue geared towards discerning guests who appreciate a bit of quiet with their wine. Unfortunately, since bachelor/bachelorette parties are often conducted with a large amount of fanfare, we have been forced to prohibit them from the venue.
Do you offer wine tastings?
On Fridays and Saturdays, we offer an estate tour and tasting by reservation called “The Catoctin Experience”. We also offer an abbreviated tasting for table reservations and walk-ins at the bar Thursday - Monday. Our tastings feature wines selected by our vigneron, Adam Fizyta. Seasonal Tastings are free of charge for Catoctin Cru members, up to four guests. Please note that we do have a ‘last call’ policy in place. Wine tasting ends forty-five minutes prior to closure and any service for onsite consumption will end thirty minutes prior to closure.
Do you serve food?
We allow guests to purchase from our limited charcuterie menu to enjoy within the tasting room. Guests may purchase from pop-up food trucks or bring outside food to enjoy in our outdoor space. Members can enjoy food in the Cru Member’s Lounge. For clarification on this, please feel free to contact us. Please make sure check our Event Calendar for occasional pop-up food trucks.
Can I bring my own food?
Yes. Please keep it in the picnic areas outside. Guests may purchase from pop-up food trucks or bring outside food to enjoy in our outdoor space. Members can enjoy food in the Cru Member’s Lounge. No outside alcohol is allowed at any time.
Do you allow limousines and buses?
No. We are unable to accommodate limos, buses, RVs, or groups larger than six.
Do you allow outside alcohol?
No. Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited per MD law and will be removed from the property if onsite.
Do you have a weather policy for live music?
Live music will be cancelled if it is raining.
Can I play games on the lawn?
No. Playing games or sports on our lawn is prohibited as it interferes with our guests’ expectations for a quiet environment.
What is your policy on pets?
We are dog friendly to friendly dogs. We ask that you clean up after your pet, keep them on a leash, and do not leave them unattended. Dogs are not allowed in the Cru Lounge. However, pets are allowed in the tasting room or outside.
Do you host weddings?
No.
Do you ship wines?
Yes, we do ship our wines to select states.
Is smoking allowed?
No. Out of consideration for all of our guests, our farm is smoke free.