In the sandy soils and hot humid climate closer to the coast, native scuppernong grapes, the state’s official fruit, thrive.
Most wineries are an easy hour or so drive from Charlotte, making a perfect day trip or an overnight weekend getaway.
Any teacher will tell you that the person doing the teaching is the one learning the most.
Wine writer Catherine Rabb makes exploring new wine regions a priority.
There is no better wine to pour on a pretty spring day than a rosé.
Wine tastings are pretty much the only social setting where it is actually rude not to spit. So what can you learn from what ends up in that cup?
Bonarda is lighter, with higher acid and bright red fruit anchored with a rustic earthiness
You have more variety when you’re sampling wines these days.
A glass of fermented grape juice is a beverage that people from omnivore to vegan ought to be able to enjoy, right?
What’s the best way to celebrate love and special occasions for Valentine’s Day? A glass of fun, frothy wine, of course.
