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Tonight were enjoying the 2015 Wild Pony White from @sanctuaryvineyards! This white blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnel is smooth and enjoyable. The nose is filled with fresh stone fruits and lemon peel. The flavor is fruit forward with a nice mild acidity in the mid-palate. The finish is rich in minerals and lingers on with a touch of candied lemon peel. #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're having the 2015 Brown Mountain White from @lakejamescellar! This Viognier is a great white wine as the weather starts to heat up. The nose is filled with tropical fruits supported by a floral backbone. The flavors start out with bright pineapple. It moves to a slightly creamy mid-palate and ends with a clean mineral finish. #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Merlot from @morganridgevineyards! This vintage is quite dark with flavors to match. The nose is jammy and fruit forward with a hint of black tar lingering in the background. The flavors start with a bold dark berry burst right at the beginning. Vanilla and a slight earthy mid-palate slowly fade to a dried fruit finish to the end. #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Pearl Albariño from @sanctuaryvineyards! This light and crisp white wine is certainly refreshing. The nose is clean with citrus and wet stone coming through. The flavors are airy and complex. Delicate citrus and mineral notes are the major players while the finish is predominantly lemon and fades out slowly. #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Ring of Fire from @mcritchiewinery! This vintage is still showing really well. The nose is deep with black cherries and plums. The flavors are rich and smooth. It starts off with juicy dark fruits and figs. The mid-palate is filled with vanilla and fades slowly to a cedar and leather finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Duck confit! Pork Loin! Chef @clarkbarlowe discussing his menu... Some of what we've enjoyed today at @jonesvondrehle Sip & Savor! #YadkinValley #NCWine #DrinkLocal #EatLocal #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon from @silverforkwinery! The nose gives intoxicating smells of plums, cherry, and a hint of oak. The palate begins with rich cherry, moves on to a hint of light oak, and finishes with a hint of cocoa powder. It was perfect with a burger from the grill! #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the Sparkling Brut from @raylenvineyards! Made in Méthode Champenoise, this traditionally made sparkling wine gives that expected yeasty nose. The palate is delicate as the tiny bubbles dance on your tongue. It has a biscuit dough like flavor with light notes of apple, vanilla, and lemon. Bubbly is perfect for any night of the week! #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

We had a fun day in the #YadkinValley! Our first stop was @roaringrivervineyards for a tasting and lunch. It was great to catch up with Josephine and Tom! They're such great host. The 2014 Merlot is tasting well! Stop by and grab one! Our next stop was @grassycreekwinery! Wayne was a pleasure as always. The 2015 Barrel Chardonnay and 2014 Cabernet Franc were favorites. We finished at Carolina Heritage Vineyard & Winery. It's always a treat to see Pat and Clyde. The 2016 Cayuga White was a stand out today. #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

We're out on the patio on this beautiful night enjoying the 2016 Vermentino Superiore from @raffaldini! The nose is orange and cream. The palate is more citrus with apricots and a hint of creaminess. This finish is crisp and clean. Perfect for a warm spring night! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight's wine is the 2014 Unoaked Chardonnay from @hanoverparkvineyard! Tropical notes greet you on the nose along with hints of unripened nectarines. The palate continues with tropical notes of mango and banana. It's rounded out with a bit of dried apple. It's a perfect way to end a warm spring day! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Villard Blanc from @thefarmatdovervineyards ! This crisp white wine is certainly perfect as the weather warms up. The nose is balanced between light and airy grassy notes and subtle citrus peel. The flavors start out with a quick burst of acidity that mellows out to a mineral rich mid-palate. The finish brings with it a touch of lingering pear that holds on for a good while. #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

The beautiful vineyard at @lazyelm! Thanks to Chris for a great tasting! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Set up is almost complete at the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival in Elkin. Come by and see us. We're helping out at @hanoverparkvineyard's tent today! #YadkinValley #yvwf #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

The rain is about to start, so what better way to spend the afternoon than with friends and a vertical tasting of @jonesvondrehle's Petit Manseng. We have the 2013, the 2014, and the 2015 on tap! Blog post coming soon! #YadkinValley #NCWine #SundayFunday #ncwgmay2017 ...

We're finishing our #SundayFunday with mead! We opened the Fig Orange Mead from @honeygirlmeadery! The nose is pure honey. The palate is crisp with delicate notes of orange and fig. It's dry - not all mead is sweet! Everyone here loves it! #NCMead #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2013 Sangiovese from Hutton Vineyards. Leather and cocoa with a hint of oak come through on the nose. The palate begins leather and oak. This moves to an earthy mid-palate. The finish brings cherry that fades away gently. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're having the Hemric Mtn Rosé from Dobbins Creek Vineyards! The nose is crisp with a hint of unripened white peaches. The flavors start out bright with a crisp acidity up front. The mid-palate turns to a slight lemon peel and ends with a long mineral finish. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight were enjoying the 2011 Cabernet Franc from @lazyelm! This wine has a classic Cabernet Franc profile and still holding up very nicely. The nose is complex and deep, highlighting tomato jam and a subtle herbaceous undertone. The flavors start out with soft earthy notes up front. It then moves to a leathery mid-palate balanced with dried tart cherries. The finish is long and gentle tannins fade out very slowly. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

It's National Wine Day and International Chardonnay Day, so we thought we'd open up an older Chardonnay to see if it might still be good. We chose the 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay from @hanoverparkvineyard! Guess what? It is still good. The color is extremely golden. The nose is still fragrant. It's classic Chardonnay. The palate is all apples - almost like apple juice. What a pleasant surprise! A delightful way to end the day! #YadkinValley #NCWine #NationalWineDay #ChardonnayDay #ncwgmay2017 ...

Vintage Mourvèdre at @hanoverparkvineyard! We tasted the 2008, 2005, 2002, and 2001. All were great, but the 2001 was extra special. A nice way to spend a Sunday afternoon! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Lush vineyards at @raylenvineyards! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're having the 2015 Sauvignon Blanc from @jonesvondrehle! This limited release wine is definitely a surprise in the glass. The nose is citrusy with lemons and a grassy undertone. The flavors start with a crisp acidity up front. It then moves to a lemongrass mid-palate and fades to an herbaceous finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgmay2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2011 Chambourcin from @hanoverparkvineyard! This vintage is smooth with a slight spice. The nose is leathery with a subtle hint of cloves. The flavors start with dried red berries up front. It then moves to a juicy mid-palate that leads into a finish with gentle tannins. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

This is the view from our special spot at @silverforkwinery. It's right between rows 5 and 6. It will always hold a special in our hearts - 10/17/15! #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2013 Chardonnay from @mcritchiewinery! This white wine has smooth and buttery flavors. The nose is of baked yellow apples and subtle wet stone. The flavors start off on a smooth note. Yellow apple comes to the mid-palate and it ends on a creamy finish with a touch of lemon peel. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

First #EarthDay stop - @lakejamescellar! Check out the Brown Mountain White! It's a 2015 Viognier from the Yadkin Valley. And don't worry if you don't do dry wine. They plenty of sweet wines too. #NCWine #EarthDay2017 #DrinkLocal #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the Traminette from Belle Nicho Winery! This light bodied white wine is quite delicious. The nose is filled with dried flower petals with a subtle pear. The flavors start out delicate with a soft floral note. It moves to a spicy mid-palate that fades to a white peach finish. #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Second #EarthDay Stop - South Creek Vineyards and Winery! It's always great to see Jim & Mary. Stellar wines! #NCWine #EarthDay2017 #DrinkLocal #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we enjoyed the 2005 Mourvèdre from @hanoverparkvineyard! This wine was impeccably smooth and had a well balanced profile favoring earthy leather notes as well as secondary notes of dried herbs. It paired well with the lamb dinner and conversation with friends. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Third #EarthDay Stop - Belle Nicho Winery! Don't miss the Seyval Blanc! Or the Chambourcin... Or the Traminette! #NCWine #EarthDay2017 #DrinkLocal #ncwgapril2017 ...

Last stop for #EarthDay - @silverforkwinery! Gorgeous views and great wines! Jennifer and Ed have a great thing going! Go see them! Don't miss the fantastic food from Farm to Fork! #NCWine #EarthDay2017 #DrinkLocal #ncwgapril2017 ...

We had a fun day! We enjoyed lunch, a shared beer flight and a wine tasting at @morganridgevineyards! Then we headed to Zimmerman Vineyards | Trinity, NC for the White Merlot release. We followed that with a stop at @bullcityciderworks - Lexington! A great Saturday! #NCWine #NCCider #DrinkLocal #ncwgapril2017 ...

Final stop - @juniuslindsayvineyard! We got a sneak peek of the 2016 Special Delivery Rosé. Grenache and Petite Sirah with notes of strawberry and watermelon in classic Provence style! It will be released on May 19th! Be sure to come out and stock up! Rosé goes with everything from grilled meats to Thanksgiving turkey! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

A rainy Sunday afternoon is the perfect time to visit a winery. You never know what you might get to enjoy. At @hanoverparkvineyard, we got to enjoy a bit of a 2002 Mourvèdre and a 2002 Chambourcin. Both were holding up really well! And both are available for sale on the vintage rack! Stop by and grab a bottle before they're gone! #YadkinValley #NCWine #DrinkLocal #VintageWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2013 Syrah from @juniuslindsayvineyard! This medium bodied red wine is juicy with a subtle spice. The nose is of freshly squeezed tart cherries balanced out with leather. The flavors start out with juicy cherries up front and move to an earthy mid-palate. A soft black pepper spice comes through on the finish and fades out slowly. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Vintner Select Rosé from @elkincreekvineyard! This wine is light and fruity with a hint of sweetness. The nose is heavy on the lemon zest and citrus peel. The flavor starts with lemon up front and moves to a cranberry mid-palate and finishes with dry apple on the very end. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're having the 2015 Vermentino Superiore from @raffaldini! This bold white is a great alternative if you're seeking something different. The nose is filled with ripe peaches and nectarines. The flavors start with a touch of bright lemon up front. It then turns to a slightly creamy mid-palate and finishes again with a soft lemon finale. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Petit Verdot from @raylenvineyards! This wine is deliciously dark yet still fresh and fruit forward. The nose is clean with fresh plums and figs. The flavors start with dried blueberries that blend into a juicy mid-palate. Vanilla comes into the profile and fades out into the lingering finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

First stop today - @nativevines! Don't miss the 2014 Zinfandel! It's unoaked with good dark cherry notes with big black pepper. Perfect for summer grilling! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Second stop - Weathervane Winery! Don't miss the Nor'easter, an Estate Chambourcin. #NCWine #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the Morton from @sanctuaryvineyards! This red blend of the five Bordeaux grapes (Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot) is smooth and easy drinking. The nose is cherry and oak. This carries through to the palate along with a slight leathery note. A perfect ending to the evening! #NCWine #WineWednesday #ncwgapril2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Girasole from @raffaldinivineyards! This dry rosé gives a big strawberry nose. Those strawberries continue on the palate along with watermelon. It's a perfect pairing with grilled salmon or just about anything! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

We had a fun afternoon touring some of the Vineyards of Swan Creek Trail! Our first stop was @raffaldinivineyards for the reveal of their new collaboration with @jolovineyards. The blend of Montepulciano from Raffaldini and Chambourcin from JOLO is called RaRa Sisboombah. Jay and JW hope to make this an annual collaboration! Our next stop was @piccionevineyards for the 2014 Sangiovese release. This wine was full of cherry, vanilla and oak. It paired nicely with the risotto from the visiting food truck. Finally, we stopped in to try the newly released 2014 Cabernet Franc from Dobbins Creek Vineyards! Earthy with a big cherry finish, this wine would pair well with pork or mushrooms! It was a fun day! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 #2014ncwine ...

Tonight, we're enjoying the 2013 Chambourcin from @thefarmatdovervineyards! The nose shows cherry with a hint of licorice. The palate is cherry then oaky vanilla finishing with a hint of licorice. There's also a bit of that classic Chambourcin baking spice! A fantastic wine! #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2014 Sangiovese Classico from @raffaldinivineyards! The nose is filled with dark fruits and subtle baking spice. The flavors are bbold with plums and leather. The mid-palate is smooth and it flows evenly into the finish. Nice tannins linger on and fade out slowly. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 #2014ncwine ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2013 Petit Verdot from @roundpeakvineyards! Plums, coffee, vanilla and leather make for a complex nose. The palate begins dark fruits. It moves to slight leather note at the mid-palate and finishes with a hint of coffee. The color is inky and dark. A big, full bodied wine! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're having the 2014 Cabernet Franc from @jonesvondrehle! This rich red wine is bold in flavor with a refined profile. The nose big with caramelized figs and vanilla. The flavors lean more toward leather and tar with dried berries on the mid-palate. It finishes long with a subtle vanilla carrying through to the end. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

We had a fun day in the Yadkin Valley! We tasted and bought wine at Cellar 4201, @divinellamavineyards, Flint Hill Vineyards and @brandonhillsvineyard! A fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon from Mountain Brook Vineyards! A nice full-bodied red, it is well balanced between fruit and tannins. The nose is rich with dark red fruits and a warm vanilla. The flavors start with fresh black plums. It moves to a nice oaky mid-palate that turns to back to dried red fruits on the finish. #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 vintage of The Triangle from @sanctuaryvineyards! This blend of Viognier, Roussanne, and Albariño is crisp and refreshing. The nose is balanced between ripe pears and tropical fruits. The flavors start out tropical with pineapple upfront. It moves to a mineral rich mid-palate and finishes clean. #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Chambourcin from @hanoverparkvineyard! This delightful red wine is complex and deep. The nose has a subtle hint of baking spices with an underlying tomato jam note. The flavors starts with the tomato jam and move quickly to an earthy mid-palate. The finish has gentle tannins and lingers on. #YadkinValley #NCWine As we sip on this wine, we are also paying tribute to a recently departed figure in the wine industry. Earlier this week we learned of the passing of Glenn Kelly, our local Riedel glassware salesman. His appreciation for North Carolina wine and fine glassware was truly an inspiration for many. He will be missed by all who knew him. #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Barrel Chardonnay from @raylenvineyards! This wine is intense for a Chardonnay. The nose is ripe with fresh yellow apples balanced with toasty oak. The flavors are rich and vibrant, leaning on well ripened apples and soft vanilla. The bright acidity carries through into the finish and lingers on. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're having the 2014 Cabernet Franc from @divinellamavineyards! This lively red wine is filled with fresh cherry and a light finish. The nose is light with subtle leather supported by ripe cherry. The flavor starts with the cherry up front, then it moves to a vanilla mid-palate before finishing cleanly. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 #2014ncwine ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2011 Barbera from Hutton Vineyards! A few years in the bottle has done great things to this wine. The nose is earthy with dried herbs. The flavors are complex and refined. There are rich fruits balanced by violets and subtle graphite on the finish. If you still have a bottle of this around, you're in for a treat! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're having the 2013 Petite Sirah from @juniuslindsayvineyard! This dark red is delicate yet leaves quite the impression. The nose is inky with dried fruit skins and a hint of black cherry. The flavors start with juicy red fruits and move quickly to a black pepper mid-palate. The finish is long with a drying sensation that lingers on. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon from @lazyelm! This cab is bigger than what you would expect from an east coast cab. The nose is complex with woody notes mixing with a lighter plum undertone. The flavor is bold and leathery with dried dark fruits on the mid-palate and finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgMarch2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Riesling from Midnight Magdalena Vineyards! Unlike many sweet Rieslings you find in the grocery store, this one is dry. The nose is is fruity with notes of creamed lemon, honey, and tangerine. The flavor is bright with a light acidity up front. It moves to a mineral rich mid-palate which turns to light citrus before finishing out cleanly. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgFeb2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Carolinius from @raylenvineyards! Dark and inky, this red is quite heavy for being a younger wine. The nose is deep with dark cherries and a touch of vanilla. The flavors start out fruity with macerated blueberries and figs that move to a nicely oaked mid-palate. It finishes long with medium-heavy tannins. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgFeb2017 ...

For #OpenThatBottleNight we decided on the 2007 Merlot from @mcritchiewinery! It's holding up quite well and this wine is still going strong. The nose mellowed out nicely and had a hint of dried herbs and vanilla. The flavors were still fruit forward, but were mellow and even. It still could have gone another 3-5 years but we enjoyed it today! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgFeb2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Cabernet Franc from @jonesvondrehle! This red is a great balance of juicy fruits and delicate oak. The nose is filled with dark ripe fruits -- plums, figs and cherries all rolled into one. The ripe fruits carry into the flavors up front. It then moves to vanilla on the mid-palate turning to soft tannins and red fruits on the finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgFeb2017 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon from Flint Hill Vineyards! This red is medium-bodied and full of flavor. The nose is mellow with dried herbs and sweet cherries. The flavors unfold with each sip. It starts with a subtle dried cranberry that slowly move to a slightly spicy mid-palate. Dried red fruits show up as it moves to the finish. It ends on a pleasant plum note and fades out slowly. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgFeb2017 ...

Happy International Merlot Day! To celebrate, we're enjoying the 2007 Merlot from @brandonhillsvineyard! This wine is still in a great spot! The color is deep dark red. The nose is rich stewed cherries. The palate gives rich black cherry with notes of cedar, leather and tobacco. It's full bodied with a pleasant lingering finish that's smooth and leaves you wanting more! #MerlotDay #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

We're watching the election returns and enjoying the Chardonnay sur Lie from @ragapplelassie! Notes of butterscotch on the nose and a palate of butter and toasty oak makes for a delightful wine. It's perfectly in balance. It's neither overly buttery or oaky. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the Cabernet Sauvignon from @parkerbinnsvineyardandwinery! This bold red has a complex nose with rich vanilla that unfurls into sweet dried cherry. The flavors are as big as the aroma. It starts out with oaky vanilla with a leathery mid-palate. The finish has a touch of dried cherry that lingers on for a while. Perfect for cooler weather! #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're having the Syrah from @menarickvineyard! Dark and peppery are two words that first come to mind with this wine. The color is intense and opaque. The nose is filled with strawberry preserves with a sticky-sweet undertone. The flavor is deep, starting with dried plum skins that move to a peppery mid-palate. The spice fades gently on the finish before disappearing completely. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

To celebrate National #ZinfandelDay we're having one from @ragapplelassiewine! Big and bold, just like a west coast zin. It also has a more subtle fruit profile. The nose is filled with charred black fruits. The flavors are juicy up front with blackberries and blueberries in the middle. It ends on a delicate tart finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ZinDay #ncwgnov2016 ...

We visited Midnight Magdalena Vineyards this afternoon. Great wines and great views! We particularly loved the 2015 Riesling! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #MidnightMagdalena #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2014 Montepulciano Riserva from @raffaldinivineyards! The nose is black cherry, vanilla and baking spice. The palate is woody and leathery with a smooth black cherry finish. It's a perfect wine for fall! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're having the Chambourcin from Baker Buffalo Creek - Vineyard and Winery! This fruit forward red wine has a vibrant nose filled with baking spices and a touch of vanilla. The flavors star out with cranberries then move to an oaky mid-palate. The finish has delicate tannins that end with a nice spice. #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

We ended our Friday adventure at the new @westbendwineryandbrewery! We loved the 2011 Chambourcin! The cabin tasting room is super cool too! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

We got to visit the winery at @hanoverparkvineyard and help with some bottling! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're drinking the 2014 Petit Verdot from @childresswines! The nose brings to mind a forest floor. It's earthy and woody. The palate is also woody with a dried berry finish. This wine is perfect for fall and winter! #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Family is visiting, so we have a bonus pour tonight! We decided to do a small vertical, so we went with the 2013 Montepulciano Riserva from Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery! Having a extra year in the bottle has made for a smoother more refined wine! The nose is more floral and herbaceous than the 2014. The palate is smooth black cherry. What a treat! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the Syrah from Stony Knoll Vineyards! This medium bodied red wine has a great nose with equally impressive flavors. The nose is fruit forward with dried raspberries, a touch of vanilla, and delicate spice. The flavors start with subtle cherries that move into a soft leathery mid-palate. The finish is slightly smoky with a soft spice at the very end. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying be 2014 Cabernet Franc from @oldstonewinery! The nose is fragrant with notes of cherry, oak, vanilla and tomato. The palate presents savory flavors of white pepper and oak with subtle notes of cherry. This wine would be perfect for your Thanksgiving table! #NCWine #ncwgnov2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2013 Bella Misto from @raffaldinivineyards! This red blend is full bodied yet easy going. Toast and fresh red fruit is present on the nose. The flavors play up black cherries and vanilla with a hint of cedar on the finish. #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2014 Viognier from @hanoverparkvineyard! Tropical notes of pineapple along with candied pear make for marvelous nose. The palate is creamy tropical goodness with pineapple shining through along with hints of pear. This wine IS art! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

It's a perfect day for Special Delivery Rosé from Junius Lindsay Vineyard! Simply one of the best #NCWine Rosés around! #YadkinValley #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Our third stop earlier today was @raylenvineyards! Thanks to Erin for our great tasting. The new Eagle's Select is superb! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Our final stop today was to see Barry, Kathy & Marge at Misty Creek Vineyards! Always a treat! #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're having the 2014 Barrel Chardonnay from @laurelgrayvineyards! This big and bold Chardonnay has a blast of toasty vanilla on the nose, with a rich butterscotch in the background. The flavors are just as full, playing up the rich buttery vanilla, ending with a toasted caramel finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Happy Independence Day everyone! We hope you're celebrating with a bottle of NC Wine! We are! Tonight it's the dry Rosé of Merlot from @parkerbinnsvineyardandwinery! A nose of strawberries and watermelon leads to a palate of tart watermelon. This wine is crisp with balanced acidity! It's perfect for a hot, humid day! #NCWine #4thofJuly #DrinkLocal #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're having the 2013 Montepulciano from @piccionevineyards! This dark and earthy red has a brilliant nose of purple flowers and touch of sugar plums. The flavors are bold, starting off with delicate blueberries that quickly moves to a tart cherry vanilla mid-palate. The finish is long and drawn out with soft tannins and a hint of toasted oak. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2014 Viognier from @jonesvondrehle! A nose of apple and pear with hints of coconut and vanilla invite you to take a sip. The palate delights with apple and hints of citrus peel and mineral undertones. It's well balanced and crisp! A great wine for Monday evening! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

It's a beautiful day in wine country! The view at @raffaldinivineyards is hard to beat! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're having the 2014 Cabernet Franc from @silverforkwinery! A medium bodied red, the nose offers dark red raspberries with a hint of cedar. The flavors are mellow with a fruity mid-palate that fades to a toasty finish. #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2015 Vermentino Superiore from @raffaldinivineyards! The smell of preserved lemons greets you on the nose. The palate gives you mild acidity with hints of sage and a lemony finish. It's a delightful accompaniment to a creamy, garlicky pasta dish! #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Let's play with glasses and @hanoverparkvineyard wine! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're having the 2014 Petit Manseng from @jonesvondrehle! The nose is intense showing lemons, honey, pears and fresh cut melon. The flavors are bright and cheery, starting with lemon before it moves into an intense tropical creamy mid-palate. The finish is long and lingering with dried herbs and coconut. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're having the 2012 Ring of Fire from @mcritchiewinery! This distinctive red blend of Petit Verdot, Merlot, and Sangiovese creates a wine that is bold, even and full of flavors. A nose of black fruits moves to a dried fruit flavor when you sip it. The finish is dry with a touch of cocoa and tobacco. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

Tonight we're having the 2011 Petit Verdot from @shelton_vineyards! This wine is deep in color and flavors, yet isn't too heavy to enjoy on a hot summer day. The nose is full of vanilla with a touch of spice. The flavors are fruit forward with a toasty finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

We had a great visit at @childresswines! Thanks to Julia and Sherry for taking care of us! Thanks to Olga for the exceptional service at our tasting! We'll see you soon! Cheers! #NCWine #ncwgjuly2016 ...

And we're back! Tonight's wine is the 2010 Red Barn Blend from @grassycreekwinery! This blend of Merlot, Syrah, and Sangiovese is bold and rich. The nose is earthy with a touch of tomato jam lingering in the background. The flavor starts out with a bright cherry. It quickly changes to a caramelized sugar and toasty mid-palate. The finish returns to earthy tones as it slowly fades away. #NCWine #YadkinValley #ncwgfeb16 ...

Tonight we're having the 2013 Sangiovese Riserva from @raffaldinivineyards! Dark red fruits fill the nose, leaning toward black cherries and plums. The flavors are full and complex. Rich cherries give way to a slightly cedar mid-palate. Vanilla appears in the finish and ends on a light chalky note. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #NationalDrinkWineDay #ncwgfeb16 ...

Tonight we're having the 2008 Chambourcin from Misty Creek Vineyards! A light to medium bodied red with a complex nose of sugared plums and warm Christmas cookies. The flavors start off with cordial cherries and move quickly into a deep fruity mid-palate. The finish has a warming clove flavor and fades away softly. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

If you're in the Cornelius area today, stop on by @homeheartsoul where Matt is pouring three wines from @hanoverparkvineyard! #NCWine #DrinkLocal #ShopLocal #ncwgfeb16 ...

Tonight we're having the 2012 Mourvèdre from @hanoverparkvineyard! It's not one of the wines we were pouring today, so we decided to open one back at the house. The earthy profile of this wine is well balanced with bright red fruits and a soft tannic finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

Tonight it's the 2013 Sauvignon Blanc from @shelton_vineyards! This bright and summery white has a great zippy profile. The nose hints at fresh orange peel with a delicate floral undertone. The flavor is vibrant with citrus highlight. The mid-palate is slightly creamy with a nice mineral finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

From @jonesvondrehle it's the 2014 Tempranillo! A racy red, the nose is full of macerated cherries with a hint of clove. A light cedar note comes through right at the first sip then moves quickly into brûléed balsamic raspberries. The finish has a good amount of oak and sits around for a while before fading out. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

Tonight we're having the 2012 Triomphe from Junius Lindsay Vineyard! This blend of Syrah, Petite Sirah, and Roussanne is complex and and full of character. The nose is filled with deeply ripened strawberries with a subtle note of tar in the background. The flavors unfold sip after sip. It starts with a burst of cranberry, then moves into a lightly floral and pepper spice mid-palate. The finish lingers on with soft tannins and a light toasty finale. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

From @shelton_vineyards we have the 2011 Tannat! This bold red wine is a great pairing for the stormy weather we're having today. The nose is full of black plum skins and oaky vanilla. The flavors are big and plentiful starting with black cherries that move into a toasty mid-palate. Vanilla and oak make a return in the finish and fade away with medium tannin finale. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

To celebrate #OpenThatBottleNight, we're having the 2008 Barrel Select Malbec from @childresswines! A lot of dried fruits and subtle hints of vanilla dance throughout this wine. #NCWine #OTBN #ncwgfeb16 Read a full review on our blog: http://ncwineguys.com/index.php/childress-malbec-open-bottle-night-2016/ ...

Tonight it's the 2013 Norton from SilkHope Winery! A lesser know wine, it grows well here in NC and can hold up to the likes of heavy cabs and Zinfandels. The nose is a bit earthy; slightly woody with hints of raw cinnamon and blueberry skins. The flavors are big and bold, highlighting fresh tar and pepper, blackened fruits, and a mellow warming spice on the finish. #HawRiverValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 211 Chambourcin from Flint Hill Vineyards! A satisfying red wine, it is medium bodied and full of flavor. The nose is fairly dark with subtle notes of smokey strawberries. The flavors are mellow and smooth with a toasty finish. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgfeb16 ...

Repost from @ncwineguys using @RepostRegramApp - Tonight we're revisiting the 2013 Sangiovese Riserva from @raffaldinivineyards! Dark red fruits fill the nose, leaning toward black cherries and plums. The flavors are full and complex. Rich cherries give way to a slightly cedar mid-palate. Vanilla appears in the finish and ends on a light chalky note. #SwanCreek #YadkinValley #NCWine #NationalDrinkWineDay #ncwgfeb16 #ncwgmarch16 ...

Tonight we're enjoying the 2012 Petit Verdot from @jonesvondrehle! A bold and complex red, it has a nose full of dried plums and sweet tobacco. The flavors are rich and leathery with dark red and purple fruits coming through on the mid-palate. The finish is long and lingering with a subtle hint of cedar. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjan16 ...

Since we're iced in today in Mooresville and unable to get to the NC Winegrower's Association Conference in Winston-Salem (hoping for tomorrow), we decided on an afternoon treat! We're thinking warm thoughts, so we picked the semi-sweet white from @elkincreekvineyard! It's the 2014 Mistela. This white blend of Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay with a touch of a Viognier is that treat. A tropical nose gives way to lush tropical fruits. It moves to a sweetness that ends with an ever so slight tart finish! This would be the perfect wine for a warm summer day. We're there in our minds! #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjan16 ...

Tonight we're having the 2012 Merlot from @jonesvondrehle! A this is a bold red with a fruit forward profile. The nose is ripe with fresh cut cherries with a hint of chocolate. The flavors are deep, starting with a bright cherry moving into a mild leathery mid-palate. The finish fades into a fruity cedar note which lingers on for quite a while. #YadkinValley #NCWine #ncwgjan16 ...

We're tasting the 2011 Synergy from Flint Hill Vineyards! A medium bodied red wine, it has a delicate nose of cherries and licorice with a matching silky smooth flavor profile. The finish is light yet lingering and beckons for you to take another sip. #NCWine #YadkinValley #flinthillvineyards #ncwgjan16 ...

Tonight we're having the 2013 Second Leaf from Junius Lindsay Vineyard! A blend of Viognier and Roussanne, it offers up quite a delicious flavor. The nose is lightly tropical with wet shale stone lingering in the background. The flavors are full with creamed honey on the front, moving into a mild tropical mid-palate. The finish has a light citrus zip and fades out cleanly. #YadkinValley #NCWine #juniuslindsayvineyard #ncwgjan16 ...

Tonight we have the 2011 Cabernet Franc from @chathamhillwinery! from the #YadkinValley, this wine is medium bodied with quite a lot going on. The nose is leathery with cherries and a subtle hint of green pepper. The flavor starts out with fresh red fruit then moves into a smooth mid-palate. The finish is slightly spicy with a lingering earthy profile. #NCWine #ncwgjan16 ...