How about a glass of wine with beautiful views as you enjoy hot sunny days? We’ve got the perfect spots for you to savor each sip while enjoying the outdoors.
Old Homeplace Vineyard, 623 McGee Rd., Winston-Salem
- The atmosphere: Countryside + traditional. The vineyard is between a 1200-acre lake and 48 acres of land.
- Why you should go: Listen to local songwriters and artists perform on Reunion Sundays while overlooking the lake.
Medaloni Cellars, 9125 Shallowford Rd., Lewisville
- The atmosphere: Views of the Blue Ridge Mountains
- Why you should go: Enjoy multiple signature series wines. Food trucks are on site April through November.
Childress Vineyards, 1000 Childress Vineyards Rd., Lexington, ~30 minutes outside Winston-Salem
- The atmosphere: Enjoy pond views overlooking 70 acres of land
- Why you should go: Owned by NASCAR team owner Richard Childress, the vineyard was voted one of the top 100 scenic restaurants in America by The Bistro.
Weathervane Winery, 1452 Welcome Arcadia Rd., Lexington, ~20 minutes outside Winston-Salem
- The atmosphere: Relaxing views of the vineyard and the countryside
- Why you should go: Take a wine tour offered around the Winston-Salem area.
Shelton Vineyards, 286 Cabernet Ln., Dobson, ~ 50 minutes outside Winston-Salem
- The atmosphere: Think vintage and an upscale bistro atmosphere — featuring rolling hills, rose bushes, and ponds.
- Why you should go: Located in the Yadkin Valley, the vineyard shares a similar climate as some of the best wine-growing regions in Europe. Although the drive may be long, the views are totally worth the trip.
JOLO Winery and Vineyards, 219 Jolo Winery Ln., Pilot Mountain, ~20 minutes north of Winston-Salem
- The atmosphere: Breathtaking views of Pilot Mountain and Cox Lake.
- Why you should go: It was named one of the top seven wineries in the country by Trip Advisor outside of California.
Rayson Winery & Vineyards, 322 Brix Lane
Mocksville, ~20 minutes outside Winston-Salem
- The atmosphere: Luxury and relaxed, plus enjoy a curated dinner from the Bistro Europa.
- Where should you go: Experience the perfect escape in NC’s Yadkin Valley wine country. Try This: Flights and Bites every Wednesday, which showcases three rotating dishes + three curated wines that pair well with the selected plate. Reserve your ticket for $49.
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