Location was an important issue when the owners were searching for the perfect spot to grow grapes. A logical choice was this historic hillside farm. Above the freeze line and equal distance between Washington and Baltimore seems an excellent choice of a location for a vineyard. The Wilson's explained that often wine production can be trail and error at first. In recent years, they believe, Elk Run has been producing refined wines.
Critics obviously agree.
Their wines are consistently rated in the upper 80' by the Wine Enthusiast National Competition. Fifteen wines are listed for sale, including a sparkling champagne style dry wine. During these local wine jaunts, I observed many diverse forms of winemaking. Each winery has it's own distinct characteristics. Owners had different ideas about making and producing wines.