Sanders Ridge Vineyards and Winery

When John Benjamin Shore first farmed the original 800 acres of this land near Booneville, NC in 1847, it's a good bet that he never imagined what Sanders Ridge would become. The land has been in the Shore family for more than 163 years. Owner Neil Shore (John Benjamin's great great grandson) is the fifth generation of Shore farmers to work this land, and has taken steps to make sure he's not the last one.

Like many vineyards in the region, Sanders Ridge evolved from a tobacco farm. The first grapes were planted in 1999, and today, the wine they produce has earned medals everywhere they've been presented. The Shores offer nine varieties so far, but a new sparkling wine is expected to be bottled soon to bring the count up to an even ten. 

There's nothing stuffy about this place. A relaxing oasis just far enough off of the beaten path like this could never be stuffy. In fact, the Weekend Winers would bet real American money that it's the only winery in the state with a guided, tree canopy tour of the property on its list of activities and events.
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So, if your to-do list includes finding an elegant, relaxing place to bird watch, sample some fresh organic vegetables, or just track down a quiet escape; it's here. Sanders Ridge is a Century Designated farm consisting of a forested area the old timers still call "the Big Woods". There are also marshlands, creeks, lakes, and open fields. Sanders Ridge is also one of a few North Carolina wineries that also offers a full service restaurant featuring the work of Chef Starr Johnson.

Getting there:

From Greensboro, Winston-Salem/Thruway area and areas East:
I-40 to Highway 421 West (signs will say North Wilkesboro - Yadkinville) to second exit after crossing the Yadkin River - Speer Bridge Road Exit; turn right at top of ramp and travel approximately 1000 feet to "T" intersection; turn left on Old 421, go approximately 3 miles; turn right on Pilot View Church Road; travel approximately 3 miles to stop sign (intersection of Pilot View Church Road and Union Cross Church Road); go through stop sign - road name changes to Sugartown Road; at the end of Sugartown Road turn Right on to Rockford Road; then take Left onto Round Hill Road. Vineyard is about 1 mile on right - and down Sanders Ridge Lane.