The Grape Experience

A Last-Minute Surprise That Just Worked ✨ Last Saturday, Charlie wanted to do something special for his wife, and it all came together last minute in the best way. On one of the most stunning foggy mornings in North Carolina 🌫️, we pulled off a last-minute wine tour that felt like it was made for them. We kicked things off at Dobbins Creek, where Leslie gave them an incredibly warm, personalized experience 🍷. From there, we headed to Piccione, where Stephanie welcomed us with a warm smile 😊. They relaxed inside the tasting room, enjoying wine flights at their own pace, and then made their way out to the terrace to take in the peaceful views—glass in hand, hearts full 💛. We wrapped the day at Raffaldini, where Tanja and her team provided amazing service—friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind. The fog made everything feel soft and dreamlike, adding a peaceful, romantic vibe that made the surprise even more special 💫. Charlie pulled it off 🙌. She was glowing ✨. And we were honored to help make it happen. Book your wine tour! Call 704-995-7409, DM or visit our website Details in bio . . . . . #winetasting #lakenorman #wine #winetime #winstonsalem #ncwine #foodandwine #winetour #yadkinvalleywine #yadkinvalley #vineyardviews #vineyardvines #winetours #winery #winelover #vineyardlife #vineyardtour

The Most Sought-After Yadkin Valley Experience! 🍷✨ This past Sunday, we had the most amazing tour celebrating Val’s birthday! 🎉🥂 Our journey was nothing short of spectacular, filled with incredible wine, breathtaking views! 🍇 First stop: Shelton – The group enjoyed cheese bite pairings with wine flights, savoring every sip and bite. It was the perfect way to kick off our adventure! 🚌 Next up: Dynamis – This was a highlight! The group had the most incredible experience with a bus tasting tour through the vineyard. We explored the Sauvignon Blanc vines, the Rosé vines, and the winery, where Alec (Dynamis’ Tasting Lodge Manager) gave us a fascinating breakdown of the wine-making process. We wrapped up this stop at the magnificent estate, soaking in a stunning panoramic view of the entire valley—absolutely breathtaking! 🍇✨ 🍷 Final stop: Raffaldini – Here, the group enjoyed a delightful lunch, complemented by their favorite wines—La Dolce Vita and Mezzanotte. They also did some shopping of their amazing pasta sauce! What a day to remember with The Grape Experience! Cheers to great wine, great company, and great memories! 🍷❤️ . . . . . #winetasting #wine #lakenorman #winstonsalem #winetime #ncwine #foodandwine #winetour #yadkinvalleywine #yadkinvalley #ncvineyard #vineyards #vines #bithdaygirl #winetours #vineyardlife #blueridgemountains

🍇Discover Yadkin Valley’s Beautiful Vineyards with The Grape Experience🍇 At The Grape Experience, we love exploring the stunning vineyards of Yadkin Valley, NC. Every stop on our wine tours is filled with breathtaking views, friendly faces, and delicious wines. From the moment we arrive, we’re welcomed like family—greeting winemakers, chatting with the amazing staff, and soaking in the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Every vineyard has its own charm, but they all share a passion for great wine and warm hospitality. 🍷🍷 We can’t get enough of these incredible places, and we know you’ll feel the same! Join us for an unforgettable wine tour and experience the best of Yadkin Valley. 🍷💫 Book your wine tour, book your vineyard picnic, enjoy our hospitality! 😊 DM us or visit our website for more information. Link in our bio. . . . . . #winetasting #wine #lakenorman #winetime #winstonsalem #ncwine #foodandwine #winetour #yadkinvalleywine #yadkinvalley #views #vineyardviews #vineyardlife #visitncmountains #visitncvineyards #vineyardpicnic

💫We had an amazing day with Heather and her friends on a curated wine tour through NC’s finest vineyards! 📍 Shelton Vineyards The Shelton team greeted us with bubbles and a beautiful charcuterie table set up by Derek and his team. The ladies enjoyed three wines🍷🍷🍷—Sauvignon Blanc, Two Five Nine Tannat, and Two Five Nine Dry Rosé—and learned about the vineyard’s history from Tamara during a fun tour. 📍 Piccione Vineyards At Piccione, Stephanie helped everyone sample wines to pair with lunch while enjoying stunning views and snapping photos. 📍 Raffaldini Vineyards Tanja, the amazing manager at Raffaldini, made the tasting extra special with eight wines. The day was capped off when Ray Raffaldini stopped by to take a picture with us, making it even more memorable! A huge thanks to Melissa for organizing this unforgettable day for Heather and her friends! 💍🍷 ✨ Ready to plan your curated wine tour? DM us! . . . . . #wine #winetasting #foodandwine #winetime #ncwine #yadkinvalleywine #ncwinery #winetour #winelovers #vineyardviews #cltwineandfood ##curatedwinetours #bachelorettewinetour #vineyard #yadkinvalley #ncvineyardweddings #winstonsalem #lakenorman #vineyardstyle #vineyardlife

🍇We had the pleasure of hosting two amazing college best friends who flew in from halfway across the country for a girls’ weekend in Charlotte. They wanted a day filled with wine, laughter, and memories, and we’re so happy they chose The Grape Experience! 🍷 Their adventure started at 🍷Shelton Vineyards, where they enjoyed stunning views and incredible wines to kick things off. From there, we headed to 🍷Piccione Vineyards for a delicious lunch paired with more amazing wine (and seriously, those views!). We wrapped up the day at 🍷Raffaldini Vineyards with a beautiful vineyard tour and a tasting of eight of their most delicious wines. Every stop felt like a warm welcome—our partners at these incredible vineyards always make the experience so special 💕It was such a joy to share wine recommendations, insider tips about the area, and to see these friends laugh and make unforgettable memories. 💕 And the best part? 🍇Our wine tours 🍇run all year long! So, whether it’s a girls’ trip, birthday, or just because, we’d love to create the perfect day for you, too. Call, DM or visit our website to book! 🍷🍷 Link in our bio! 704-995-7409 . . . . . #winetours #lakenorman #winetasting #wine #winstonsalem #foodandwine #yadkinvalleywine #girlsgetaway #friendsreunion #lkn #vineyardviews #vineyardvines #bestwine #wineandcheese #winetourism #winelover #sauvignonblanc #cltwine #friendsweekend

Looking for a unique, luxurious way to spend your weekend? 🍷We’re thrilled to present 🍇The Grape Weekend 🍇– a new private dining and wine-tasting experience brought to your home, Airbnb, or vacation rental! 🍽️ What to Expect: A 3-course dinner prepared by the incredible Chef Brian De Paulis from @elevated_catering_company expertly paired with hand-selected NC wines to enjoy throughout the meal A guided 🍷wine-tasting 🍷session with a sommelier, featuring premium wines from North Carolina vineyards A stunning, professionally designed tablescape for a beautifully intimate dinner setting🍴 Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to elevate your weekend, 🍇The Grape Weekend 🍇is the perfect way to relax, indulge, and enjoy exceptional food and wine in the comfort of your own space. 🌟 Book your unforgettable evening now! DM, call us for details or visit our website! 704-995-7409 . . . . . #winetasting #winetime #lakenorman #winstonsalem #foodandwine #winetour #foodexperience #winelovers ##foodandwinepairing #dinnerwithfriends #ncwine #wine #dinnerexperience #vineyardlife #yadkinvalleywine #friendsdinner #chefstable #chefexperience #vineyardvibes #winelover #winetastings #sommelier #tastingmenu #foodandwine #foodandwineexperience #winelife #cltevents #cltwine

🍇✨ COMING SOON: The Grape Weekend 🍇✨ Ready to elevate your weekend plans? Get excited for the ultimate luxury dining and wine-tasting experience, launching soon from The Grape Experience! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that The Grape Experience is partnering with Chef Brian De Paulis from Elevated Catering Company to bring you this one-of-a-kind experience. Picture this: a 3-course gourmet dinner prepared by the talented Chef Brian De Paulis, all in the comfort of your own home, Airbnb, or vacation rental. 🍽️ But that’s not all—your evening will include a private wine-tasting experience, guided by an expert sommelier, featuring the finest hand-selected wines from North Carolina’s vineyards. 🍷✨ With a beautifully arranged table setting and perfectly paired wines with every course, The Grape Weekend delivers a truly unforgettable, bespoke experience—all without ever leaving your space. ✨ Stay tuned for more details and get ready to indulge like never before! 🌟 DM, call us for inquiries or visit our website to be the first to book. 🗓️ 704-995-7409 . . . . . #winetasting #winetime #lakenorman #ncwine #cheflifestyle #chefdinner #winstonsalem #foodandwine #wine #foodandwinepairing #foodandwineexperience #ncvineyards #vineyardlife ##dinnerideas #dinnerexperience #friendsgettogether #foodpairing #airbnbexperience #chefstable #privateevents #finedining

🎉🍇Celebrating Rachel & Taylor’s Birthday in NC Wine Country! 🍇🎉 We had an incredible day yesterday celebrating best friends Rachel and Taylor’s birthdays 🎂🥂They traveled from Kentucky and Wisconsin to explore the beauty of North Carolina’s vineyards with The Grape Experience! 🍇🍇 🍷 Our first stop was at the beautiful @shelton_vineyards, where they enjoyed a crisp Sauvignon Blanc paired with a delicious charcuterie board – a perfect start to their wine adventure. 🍽️ For lunch, we headed to @dobbinscreekvineyardnc where the girls fell in love with their rich Cabernet Sauvignon, soaking up the atmosphere on the stunning new terrace with breathtaking views. 🍫 The grand finale was at @piccionevineyards where they enjoyed wine flights and indulged in some fine chocolates. The view was so amazing, they didn’t want to leave! Cheers to an unforgettable birthday weekend, great wine, and amazing friends! 🥂✨ Book your wine tour now! 🚐 DM us for details or visit our website! Link in our bio! . . . . . #birthdaycelebration #winetour #ncwinery #ncwine #winelovers #vineyardviews #winetasting #unforgetableexperience #lakenorman #wine #friendsgetaway #winetime #vineyardvines #winelife #wineflights #vineyardtour

🌿✨ Celebrating Love at the Sunset Terrace ✨🌿 Watch the magic unfold as we celebrate 5 years of love with a dreamy picnic at Shelton Vineyards. 🍷💫 The peaceful ambiance, romantic setup, and nature’s beauty come together for a truly unforgettable moment. To make this day even more special, our guests enjoyed a custom menu prepared by Chef Mark from the renowned Harvest Grill at Shelton Vineyards, featuring: 🥗 Vineyard Salad 🍗 Chicken Florentine 🍽 Green Beans & Winter Squash Medley 🧀 Charcuterie Board 🍅 Roasted Tomato Bites Our wine selection was the delicious petit verdot 🍷 From the lush greenery, intimate table arrangement, and exquisite menu, this is what vineyard dreams are made of! 💕 DM, visit our website or call The Grape Experience at 704-995-7409 to book your picnic at The Sunset Terrace at @shelton_vineyards and experience the beauty, the love, and the flavors of a magical day! Link in our bio! . . . . . #picnicday #anniversarymagic #sheltonvineyards #picnicunderthesun #5thyearanniversary #romanticcelebration #loveandwine #outdoorcelebration #vineyardvibes #naturelovers #celebratelove #vineyardmemories #gourmetpicnic #vineyardviews #vineyardtour #vineyardstyle #winetasting

Another perfect pink picnic! 🌸We celebrated Rebecca’s bachelorette party at Shelton Vineyards, which is only 1 hour and 20 minutes from Charlotte and 1 hour from Lake Norman. It was the perfect way to celebrate Rebecca’s upcoming wedding 👰‍♀️with her friends! They enjoyed a 🍷wine tasting experience,🍷where they got to try 6 different wines while learning about wine production. After the tasting, they proceeded to The Gazebo, where we created an intimate and comfortable al fresco atmosphere and enjoyed delicious food 🍽️ from The Harvest Grill. The attention to detail, magnificent view, delicious wine and gorgeous table setting made it even more special. Let’s go girls! 🌸🍇🌸Who would you invite for yours? Send us a DM or head to our website to book yours! Link in our bio! . . . . . #LuxuryPicnic #LKN #Picnicday #Charcuterie #Anniversary #Weekend #PicnicParty #WinetastingWeekend #LoveWine #WineTours #WineTasting #WineTourism #picnic #bridalshower #bridalshowerideas #bridalshowerinspiration #NCwine #NCvineyard #YadkinValley #YadkinValleyWine #VisitNC #Wine #WineTime #WineTour #FoodAndWine #Charlotte #LakeNorman #LKN #WinstonSalem #GreensboroNC