FAQ's & Policies

We offer something for everyone. Our wine portfolio provides a variety of styles and flavor profiles for all palates. We offer dry, semi-dry, sparkling, port, and dessert wines.

Trust us. We select six wines and serve them in an order that will allow for the best tasting experience. Following your personal and attentive tasting experience, pick your favorite and buy a bottle to enjoy on the patio. Or grab a case to bring home.

You sure can. We wouldn’t want you to waste a drop of it and, apparently, our politicians feel the same. Under Maryland Law, you may cork it and take it with you.

Yes, please and thank you. Reservations allow us to serve you promptly and provide all the TLC you deserve. Please see our VISIT page to reserve online or call Tanya Kloos: 301.302.8032.

*As availability permits, we are happy to accommodate walk-ins.

Yes, we love children and dogs. Just keep a watchful eye on your two-leggeds and four-leggeds at all times. Please keep pets on a leash outside on our patio or lounging in our grassy areas.

100 percent. Everything here is family friendly (we consider dogs family, too, but for their comfort, please leave your pets at home for our large concerts and events ).

That’s a Big no-no. Due to Maryland State regulations and licensure policies, we cannot permit the consumption of alcohol not purchased at Big Cork. But we do offer an option to serve beer and spirits at private events—after our Tasting Room has closed.

We have a fabulous Grab-and-Go food market with carefully curated artisanal cheeses, fresh-baked baguettes, crackers, charcuterie, chocolates, and lots of other goodies. Let’s say you’re hanging at one of our free live outdoor concerts and you get a bigger hankering. It happens. Good news, we also offer super YUM Sicilian style pizzas baked hot on-site.

Definitely. Pack a picnic and enjoy it anywhere on the property (with the exception of our Tasting Room Bar).

Nope. We’ve got you covered.

You sure can. We wouldn’t want you to waste a drop of it and, apparently, our politicians feel the same. Under Maryland Law, you may cork it and take it with you.

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate groups larger than six on our porches, patios, or in our tasting room. But now for the good news: you may bring chairs, a pop-up table. or small tent and enjoy our expansive lawn with up to 16 people per group. Alternatively, you may rent space, by reservation, for a private party. Please contact Meagan Grove: mgrove@bigcorkvineyards.com or 301.302.8032.

Yes, we love parties. Our picture-perfect location is THE place for your Big day or special event. Check out the Private Events page or the Weddings page for more info or contact Meagan Grove: mgrove@bigcorkvineyards.com or 301.302.8032.

Every private event is different. Tell us what kind of soiree you are envisioning and we’ll work up the numbers. For more information and pricing, contact Meagan Grove: mgrove@bigcorkvineyards.com or 301.302.8032.

We have options galore. Please contact Meagan Grove (mgrove@bigcorkvineyards.com or 301.302.8032).

Certainly. Please arrange in advance with Meagan Grove: mgrove@bigcorkvineyards.com or 301.302.8032.

Groups of 8 or more are required to rent space. Please contact Meagan Grove: mgrove@bigcorkvineyards.com or 301.302.8032.

We’re Big on kids and family, however, we do require that all children remain within arm’s reach of their guardians while visiting our property. Children are included in the group policy of up to 6 people on our patios and porches per table (cuz kids are people, too). Children’s parties are not permitted.

If you rent space for a private event, you may bring decorations. Otherwise, we do not allow balloons, floral arrangements, glitter, streamers, banners, crock pots, chafing dishes, music speakers, etc.

When visiting Big Cork Vineyards, please note the only alcohol that is permitted on our property is Big Cork Vineyards wine. This is Maryland law. Please do not bring any other alcohol including, but not limited to, previously purchased Big Cork Vineyards wine, wine from another vineyard, beer, liquor, or any other alcoholic beverage. Failure to abide by these laws subjects us to hefty fines and a loss of our license. Violators will be asked to leave the property immediately.

Smoking, including cigars, is permitted on property, but limited to our West Porch area (to the right of the building). Smoke ‘em if you got ‘em…but only where allowed, please and thanks.

We hate saying no, but these rules ensure all of our guests enjoy their time at our vineyard.

● No outside music, including radios, speakers, and musical instruments.

● Hired transportation must call in advance.

● No movement of our furniture.