Surry County, North Carolina
When the weather turns chilly, a glass of Yadkin Valley wine pairs perfectly with the warmth of a vineyard fire pit.
Several wineries along the Surry County Wine Trail offer outdoor areas with fire pits, perfect for gathering ’round, telling stories and admiring views of the Blue Ridge foothills.
One of the newest wineries on the trail, Pilot Mountain Vineyards features seven fire pits on an outdoor patio with striking views of Pilot Mountain. The propane pits are generally first come, first serve. However, small groups can make advance reservations to ensure a spot.
Golden Road Vineyards also has multiple fire pits positioned around a stage for music. The winery just outside Elkin invites guests to “wine down” with Fridays by the Fireside, sipping estate wines and watching the sky turn pink as the sun sinks behind the mountains.
Sunset is also a favorite time to gather on the terrace of Serre Vineyards in Mount Airy. The 70-acre estate borders the Fisher River with sweeping mountain views. Snag an Adirondack chair and pull it up to the wood-burning, cauldron-style pit. The family-friendly winery often has marshmallows for roasting for both kids and adults.
Making s’mores is a popular activity at Adagio Vineyards in Elkin. Enjoy a tasting of eight wines inside the well-appointed tasting room. Then choose a glass or bottle and retire by the fire pit.
Grassy Creek Vineyard and Winery’s estate in Elkin, once the hunting and vacation playground for the Hanes and Chatham textile families, is ideal for hiking, enjoying wine and letting go of daily worries. Two fire pits add to the relaxing nature, one outside the Red Barn tasting room and another near the pavilion.
In Dobson, Stony Knoll Vineyards is an NC Century Farm that has been in the Coe family for 125 years. Tobacco, hay and cattle once filled the fields that now contain grape vines. The patio has an outdoor fireplace for keeping warm sipping red mulled wine, a favorite seasonal tradition.
To learn more about the Surry County Wine Trail or request a map, go to: YadkinValleyNC.com
Be the first to comment