NC Swan Creek AVA - Shadow Springs Vineyard

NC Swan Creek AVA - Shadow Springs Vineyard
September 4, 2015

Shadow Springs Vineyard
Enchanting Entrance

Shadow Springs Vineyard

Shadow Springs Vineyard
Lookin' Good

All the wineries in the Swan Valley AVA in North Carolina are just a few miles apart.  You can get to them all in a day, but why just run around with a check list? It's about enjoying your time too. We pulled into Shadow Springs Vineyard on a beautiful day, only a short 40 minute drive from downtown Winston-Salem.  An extra benefit to the day trip is the beautiful scenery that you'll get on the way - rolling hills, beautiful trees and wildlife will help you to get into a relaxed state of mind.

Shadow Springs Vineyard
Overlooking the Vines

Shadow Springs Vineyard
We arrived early!

We arrived early and walked around the vineyard's grounds and then headed to the Tasting room. The vines were coming along nicely, and we were glad to have the place to ourselves. We were able to enjoy our flight and find out what was new since our last visit.  The Petit Verdot here is doing well, and they're looking to increase their vines. We enjoyed a French Oaked, Barrel Fermented Chardonnay that was chilled perfectly to counter the warming day. 

Start your day early, and your reward will be shorter lines, a more relaxed visit, and your pick for the views.  You'll also get time to talk and listen to the wonderful tasting room staff who have all kinds of knowledge of the area's food, wine and events.  Next week is our last, but not least connection in the Swan Creek AVA of North Carolina.  Until then - Ciao!

Shadow Springs Vineyard
A Nod to their French Style Wines...

Shadow Springs Vineyard
Views of the Vines