Your Virginia Wine Country Wedding awaits at Gauthier Vineyard
A wedding at Gauthier Vineyard in New Kent, Virginia, offers a picturesque and romantic setting amidst sprawling vineyards and scenic landscapes. The venue provides elegant spaces for both ceremonies and receptions, complete with charming rustic touches and modern amenities. With exceptional wines and attentive service, couples and their guests can enjoy a memorable celebration in a serene and enchanting environment.
Located near Richmond and Williamsburg, Virginia, the Winery Event Center and the Winery’s Inn at Woodmont Plantation make it the ideal venue for a dream Virginia Wine Country wedding.
Celebrating Your Special Day at the Winery Event Center
The Perfect Venue for Your Perfect Day.
Our on-site Winery Event Center is sized for weddings up to 125 guests. We partner with several local caterers who deliver a wide array of spectacular offerings ranging from sumptuous buffets to epicurean plated dinners available for your vineyard wedding. Our catering partners have extensive experience delighting clients at Gauthier Vineyard.
We have found that providing our wedding clients with ample time for setup and breakdown at our Event Center greatly enhances the experience. Venue access during setup and breakdown is limited to the wedding party and their hired service providers. Setup does not include the Rehearsal Dinner, which is a separate venue charge. Wedding guests are allowed on the property from noon until 10:00 PM on the day of the wedding.
Hosting a Rehearsal Dinner at The Wine Library or Wine Cave
The Vineyard’s Wine Library, located downstairs in our winery’s tasting room, offers a convenient venue for rehearsal dinners for up to 12 guests dining on our wood-fired pizzas or a catered dinner. You can also reserve a catered rehearsal dinner for up to 24 guests in our wine cave below the Winery Event Center.
Stay in Comfort On Location at our Inn at Woodmont Plantation
Our Inn at Woodmont Plantation is on the property just a few steps from the Tasting Room and Event Center. It’s the ideal place for your bridal party (up to 10 guests) to stay and enjoy the special weekend. We do not host weddings at the Inn itself.
Planning an On-Site Tour
Let us show you around.
To help you plan your winery wedding, we are accepting appointments for tours of the Vineyard Wine Library, the Winery Event Center and the Inn at Woodmont Plantation. Pricing and availability for your vineyard wedding will be discussed during the tour. We must understand your expectations for your country wedding to assist you in tailoring the event to meet them. Please note, In order to ensure your winery wedding will be an event to remember, we host only one wedding per weekend during the months of April through June and during the months of September and October. To book your tour, please call us at 757-350-3125.
Pricing Your Wedding
Your Gauthier Vineyard wedding investment includes the rental of the venue(s), the cost of purchased wine, and the accommodations at the Inn at Woodmont Plantation, if desired. For a 100-guest wedding, including your wine and two nights at the Inn, you can estimate approximately $7,500. Separately, you will also work directly with the our catering partner on food service and furniture rental costs. We can recommend DJs, photographers, florists, etc., but those selections and associated costs are also yours.
An estimating aid was created by wedding planners with experience at Gauthier Vineyard to help patrons building a budget to compare with other wedding venues. Download the spreadsheet to estimate your wedding. At Gauthier Vineyard, we offer the venue, the wines (with servers) and an Inn for the wedding party (optional).
For our retired and active-duty military patrons, we offer the family member paying for our services a 10% discount on all Gauthier Vineyard charges.
More Information
Browse our frequently asked questions below and call us today at 757-350-3125 to arrange a tour of our vineyard wedding facilities and design your once-in-a-lifetime event.
Wedding FAQ
How many people can your property accommodate?
We can accommodate up to 125 guests.
Do you provide catering services?
We have preferred caterers, but you can choose your own with our approval.
Can my dog be part of the ceremony?
Yes, if the dog is leashed and has a full time companion.
Do you offer beer or spirits?
You must purchase our wines at discounted price. You can get a one-day ABC license for beer. You purchase the beer. We pour the beer. Whatever wine or beer is left over, you take with you after the wedding. Distilled spirits are not permitted on the property at any time.
Do you have an on-site wedding coordinator?
We only provide the venue and the wine. We have an Inn on the property that can accommodate ten guests. You can rent the Inn for a minimum of two nights.
Is mine the only wedding happening at your location that day?
We only host one wedding per weekend. Your event rental includes access on the afternoon before the wedding for setup and the morning after for breakdown.
How can I view the space?
We’re happy to arrange a tour of the facility. Please call us at 757-350-3125 to make an appointment. There are also virtual tours and an aerial video of a wedding on the Gauthier Vineyard YouTube channel.
If inclement weather, where does the ceremony take place?
The event center has both an outdoor and a covered venue for the ceremony.
Do I need a planner or coordinator for the day of my wedding?
We only provide the venue, wine and optional accommodations.
Can we take pictures in the space beforehand?
Yes. The event center is accessible to the wedding party, photographers and vendors beginning at 10 AM the day of the event.
Can I use my own vendors?
With the exception of the caterer, you have discretion. Any caterer other than our recommended caterers must be approved by Gauthier Vineyard.
Can I have a DJ or a band?
Yes. You can have either, but a band will reduce the area for dining and dancing.
Can I use Gauthier Vineyard for just my ceremony?
No.
Do you serve hard liquor?
Distilled spirits are not permitted on our property.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
Off-premise alcohol is prohibited by state law. You can have beer if you purchase a one-day license from Virginia ABC. You purchase the beer, and we pour the beer. Whatever beer is not consumed leaves with you.
Can I bring in a cake?
Yes. We do not provide cake. Our caterer does not provide cake.
Do you offer dietary restricted options for guests?
Our caterer will accommodate those requests.
Do you host rehearsal dinners?
Yes, we have several choices for a fee.
When can my vendors (florist, DJ, photographer, etc.) arrive?
They have access from noon until 5:00 PM on Friday, from 10:00 AM until 10:00 PM on Saturday, and from 9:00 AM until noon on Sunday.
When do my vendors have to clean up?
Everything has to be removed by noon the day after the ceremony.
Are you wheelchair accessible?
Yes