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About the owners
Doukénie Winery is named for founder George Bazaco’s grandmother, who immigrated from Greece at 14 and whose resilience inspired the family to pursue winemaking. George and his wife, Nicki, purchased the farm in 1983 and, encouraged by Doukénie, planted vines that would become the foundation of the winery. George’s mother, Hope, helped shape its welcoming spirit, greeting guests in the early tasting room with stories and her homemade baklava—a legacy honored today in the raspberry Merlot dessert wine, Hope’s Legacy. For more than four decades, the Bazaco family has cultivated their Hillsboro estate, producing wines from 23 acres of vines on a 318-acre farm set against Short Hill Mountain.
History of the venue
Set on Windham Farm, Doukénie Winery combines a thriving vineyard with an active working farm. About 23 acres are planted with grapes, while the remaining land supports corn, soy, hay, and Black Angus cattle. A scenic pond sits at the center of the property, drawing both wildlife and visitors—it’s a favorite spot to relax, watch migratory geese, and feed the resident ducks. With its mix of vineyards, farmland, and natural habitat, Doukénie offers guests a chance to enjoy wine in a setting that reflects Virginia’s deep agricultural roots.
Winemaking philosophy
Doukénie Winery’s approach to winemaking reflects four decades of tending mature, well-established vineyards in the foothills of the Blue Ridge. With 23 acres under vine and all harvest processing performed onsite, their philosophy centers on transforming carefully grown estate fruit into expressive varietals and blends using state-of-the-art equipment housed beneath the tasting room. Their winemaking team works with a broad palette of classic vinifera and select hybrids—allowing each variety to show its best character—while maintaining a consistent focus on quality that is reflected in regular gold and silver standings at the Loudoun Wine Awards and the Virginia Governor’s Cup.
