I have had the most exciting weekend! This weekend I got the chance to visit some amazing vineyards…read moreand wineries. It started off with visiting Rayson Winery & Vineyards with Bistro Europa Restaurant in Mocksville, NC. I was greeted and welcomed with a tasting with Coleman. This young lady is so knowledgeable and professional in every aspect when it comes to wine! She explained how it got started, how they cultivated the grapes and overcoming obstacles that was preventing the wine production etc. This vineyard has so much history that any wine lover would love to hear, and Coleman is definitely that someone who could share the story. The wines I sampled all had unique tastes. One of my favorite was Sweet Vermouth Blanc. This is a dessert white wine that has varietals of Sauvignon Blanc Chardonnay. The ambiance at this location was elegant and filled with sophistication. The customer service from everyone was great. The manager who made all this possible was Liz, who is the manager of Digital and Social for JOLO Brands. She allowed me to have one of the most exceptional experiences ever! I am a wine lover and I absolutely love sampling and learning the ins and out of the wine industry so having these moments are magical!

Surprisingly large vitner with beautiful vineyards and property. We arrived during a members event…read moreand the place was brimming with excitement. No worries. Still room for us. We came for a light lunch and were well attended. Enjoyed our wine and shared the flatbread du joir. Wonderful. Support local. Go here.

If you're looking for a truly special wine and dining experience, Rayson Winery in Mocksville,…read moreNorth Carolina, is an absolute gem! Set among the beautiful, pristine countryside, Rayson is a quaint and charming winery that feels like a little escape from everyday life. From the moment you arrive, the setting is peaceful and inviting, but it's the wine, food, and exceptional hospitality that make the experience unforgettable. The wine and food pairings are absolutely exquisite. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared to complement the wines, creating a dining experience that feels both sophisticated and incredibly personal. The quality and attention to detail are evident in every bite and every glass. And then there's JW, whose passion for his craft shines through in everything he does. His dedication to producing exceptional wine has earned well-deserved recognition and top awards, and you can taste that commitment in every pour. What makes Rayson particularly special is the one-on-one service and personal attention from JW himself. It's rare to find a winery where the owner is so personally involved in making sure every guest feels welcomed and appreciated. Beautiful countryside, extraordinary wine, exquisite food, and genuine hospitality--Rayson Winery is an experience, not just a place to have a glass of wine. If you appreciate great wine and exceptional dining, put Rayson Winery on your must-visit list.

Loved Rayson Winery! The vibe and atmosphere of the place is amazing. We sat in the patio and it…read morewas lovely and decorated for Christmas. The server was nice and knowledgeable allowing us to try multiple different wines. All of which were delicious! I ordered the deviled eggs, flat bread, and seafood stuffed fish. It was all delicious and paired nicely with wines. Definitely a great stop on the way to the mountains. I will definitely be back!

Great winery here in Lexington with live music on the weekends, and it is legitimately really good…read moreacoustic live stuff. I was very pleased!!! They have a good price point of under $ 30 bottles and I enjoyed the "fizzy lizzie" and their white wines. The Reds were okay.

This spot was absolutely incredible! It's on the smaller side compared to the vineyards we just…read morecame from off the 52, but it is a total hidden treasure. We popped in on a Saturday for a tasting without booking ahead and were pleasantly surprised to find live music playing. The ladies helping out there were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and seemed to know everyone who came through the door. At first, there were no issues with seating; they have inside and outside seating on an attached patio. Once two o'clock rolled around, they had a live performer, and the place filled up. The music was good, and so was the wine; it was definitely worth a stop.

Lovely find for a nice afternoon. Nathan was great helping us pick out things to try!!read more

Stopped in on a pretty Saturday afternoon. Had a great time talking with Nathan and trying their…read moremeads, ciders, and wines. Lots of interesting and tasty options with very reasonable prices.

I did a wine tasting with friends and loved the Blue Northern. It had a great ambiance and the…read morestaff were very welcoming.

We have had Weathervane at wine festivals, but we recently decided to stop by their winery after a…read morehike. We did a wine tasting of the sweet wines available: *Placid Peach - this is the one that I remembered and liked. Not my favorite peach wine as I like a little stronger peach flavor, but still a good one. *Rooster Red - an okay wine, did not get much of the intended cranberry flavor. *Strawberry Breeze - thought this was a very good strawberry wine. *Rooster Black - this was very good! Good blackberry flavor. *Tropical Wave - their summer seasonal wine. It was okay. After we did the tasting, we got a glass of their Placid Peach and Rooster Black and enjoyed them on the patio. I really ended up liking Rooster Black the best. My only critiques are because of my own personal preferences. I have really come to like wineries that offer flights. Going to a winery really allows you to enjoy multiple wines rather than having a full glass or bottle of just one wine like you would at home. It's unfortunate that Weathervane does not offer flights. I would also love a wine slushy on a hot day, and it was not offered here. Overall, we enjoyed their wines and would recommend stopping by if you are in the area. They are dog friendly, too, so our pup was allowed to be with us!

I went here because they hosted the wicked wine run at their location. This was about 45 min…read moreoutside of Charlotte. The vineyard was nice small but nice. They had outdoor seating with was mainly where most people would sit because inside was very small. I believe they had a little room inside that would hold maybe about 30-50 people. There wine was good. It was more in the dry side they had about 6-10 wines to try. They had reds and white. I will be back to check out more if there menu. This place would be great if you want a glass of wine or two on a nice day to sit outside and chat with family and friends.

Sweet Anita took such good care of us on our second visit. I er didn't have any drivers out and…read moreAnita took us back to the hotel after finding out we had mutual work associates. Absolutely loved the winery and the wonderful selections!! The absolute best vineyard in NC!!

Nice unassuming little winery. The green tea wine was what I came here for and I bought three…read morebottles. Pretty strong wine at 14% at under $20 a bottle. Nice flavor to it. You can even mix some cocktails with this type of wine. It's semi sweet and floral. Very different! Our poorer was very knowledgeable and welcoming.

I'm going to start this off, with three words, Green Tea Wine. Yes I said it, a wine made only…read morefrom green tea and no grapes. I was interested to see what that was like and it was pleasant on the palate and we ended up taking three bottles home at the price point of $17.99 a bottle. The pourer, sorry didn't get her name, but seemed like she was part of that owned it because she knew all about the wines. The other wines we tasted were very good as well. It was not the largest tasting room I had been in, but certainly not the smallest. Some seating inside and out on a patio. There was a private event there and it was raining so we didn't go pet the "friendliest" horse that is noted in other reviews. Good stuff and very unique.

This is a great place. The location was awesome! Just kinda sitting in the middle of nowhere. The…read morehave outdoor seating with an awesome view. They had a guy playing guitar and singing. He really had a lot of talent. He took requests, mostly 80s music, Good job! We had a couple of drinks. But the food looked great, and smelled good! Definitely a good experience.

Great relaxing place. winery and craft beer tap bar..love it !…read more They let you bring your own food if you want to, nice because a lot of wineries are cracking down on that which is disappointing. Their view is beautiful and peaceful and the staff is very friendly. Their wines are okay, but they're draft beers on tap are delicious and worth the visit.

Anna and Lori not only are the Best. They are the only kind and nice people. OTHERS NOT REALLY…read more This is the second time the staff at the restaurant across from the store (gift shop) have treated me in a racist manner, several customer entered after me and were served very quickly, while I wasn't even asked if I needed anything, simply ignoring me. I'm Childress member. If I weren't all customers deserve to be treated well. I know Richard and he is very kind; it's a shame his employees aren't.

We were absolutely blown away by this beautiful property, which looks just like a castle. The drive…read moredown the lane offers a gorgeous view of the beautiful grapevines. We dined at the bistro and enjoyed one of the best meals we have ever had, paired with truly fabulous wines. Our server, Ireland, was incredibly sweet, and the entire staff was exceptionally helpful and welcoming. We even had the pleasure of spotting Richard Childress having lunch with his family during our visit. We highly recommend this spot and would easily be weekly regulars if we lived nearby.