Fruit varieties abound.
Viticulture is part science, part passion. We, fortunately, have an abundance of both. Of course, cultivating and harvesting grapes at higher altitudes can be challenging, but then, so is everything worthwhile. So, why do we do it? Because we love winemaking and pouring our passion into hand-crafting the soulful flavor of our bold Bordeaux varietals.
There are orchards, too. Six acres, in fact, with more than thirteen apple varieties. You’ll also find peaches, nectarines, blueberries, blackberries, pecans, and muscadines.
Interactive vineyard and orchard map.
Click on any of the five blocks below to get more information, or download a PDF of the vineyard block information here.
Acropolis Vineyard
The Greek translation for acropolis is “city at the top” and refers to a natural stronghold constructed on rocky ground with elevation. Our highest elevation block at 1,640 ft, this vineyard name pays homage to the mountain top where our grapes are grown. These vines have a beautiful vista view of the Brushy Mountains and Yadkin Valley and are happy to produce excellent quality fruit.
Details
Soil characteristics
Evard-Cowee complex, gravelly sandy clay loam, 10-15 percent slopes, stony deposits
Variety
Rootstock
Clone
Acres
Heracles Vineyard
This vineyard displays similar feats of courage as the Greek hero Heracles, known to the ancient world as the divine protector of humanity. By hanging late into the harvest season, patience is rewarded with bold, strong fruit, attributes similar to our vineyard’s namesake.
Details
Soil characteristics
Evard-Cowee complex, gravelly sandy clay loam, 6-10 percent slopes, stony deposits
Variety
Rootstock
Clone
Acres
Cabernet Sauvignon
Riparia
47
3
Cabernet Sauvignon
Riparia
169 ENTAV
2.5
Petit Verdot
Riparia
400
4
Prometheus Vineyard
Just as Prometheus, the Titan god of fire and creator of man who shaped man out of mud, this vineyard defies the gods and harnesses the earth’s radiant power to forge premium wine grapes. The northern slope orientation for this block reduces the overall sunlight exposure on the vineyard, helping retain desirable characteristics of acidity and fruity flavors for our Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay wines.
Details
Soil characteristics
Fairview fine sandy loam, 10-15 percent slopes, moderately eroded
Variety
Rootstock
Clone
Acres
Sauvignon Blanc
101-14
14
1.5
Chardonnay
101-14
809
1.5
Dionysus Vineyard
The ancient Athenian festival for Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and viticulture, took place in the spring when the leaves reappeared on the grapevines, celebrating the god of the vine and another bountiful harvest season. The wines crafted from this block bring joy and pay homage to Dionysus.
Details
Soil characteristics
Fairview fine sandy loam, 10-15 percent slopes, moderately eroded
Variety
Rootstock
Clone
Acres
Cabernet Sauvignon
Riparia
47
3
Highland Orchards
Apples and peaches are part of North Carolina’s rich agricultural heritage. Highland Orchards was originally established in 1915 and consisted of 125 acres of apples and eight acres of peaches, making it one of North Carolina’s largest orchards of the time. The orchard was replanted in 2017 and continues the farming history on the mountain.
Details
Soil characteristics
Fairview fine sandy loam, 10-15 percent slopes, moderately eroded
Apple Varieties
Rootstock
Acres
Golden Delicious
M-111
0.4
Redfield Braeburn
M-111
0.4
Mixed Sour Cider Varieties
Bud 9/118
0.3
Peach Varieties
Rootstock
Acres
Belle Georgia
Nemaguard
0.35
Santa Barbara/Sam Houston
Nemaguard
0.3
