Belle Nicho Winery - Nebo, NC

Saturday August 19, 2017 - We left South Creek and headed to Belle Nicho Winery at Howling Dog Farm. This winery is special to me, it is no doubt one of my favorites. The wines are offered at very reasonable prices and range from dry to semi-sweet along with the Sweet Dog Red, a blend of Chambourchin and Cab Franc.

A true small Farmstead winery, Janet & Bridget have created something special with this small craft winery. Both sat and chatted with us as we did our tasting, even offered us some fresh corn to take home. This is not one of the more commercialized wineries, they make you feel welcome. A nice, but small sitting area awaits just outside the back side tasting room. The vineyard consist of small patches of Cab Franc, Cab Sauv, Cynthiana, Isabelle, and Seyval Blanc grapes. "Unpretentious" is how their website describes a tasting at Belle Nicho. I would concur. My favorites, though I like them all, was the Chambourchin, Traminette, Strawberry Rhubarb, and Rosé (Cab Franc). One thing we noticed were the solar panels. They are strong supporters of alternative energy and use only organic practices in their own vineyard. They are purchasing some grapes from other vineyards to supplement their own harvest. This one is a strong recommendation from me.  Happy weekend wining!

Dennis

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South Creek Vineyards & Winery - Nebo (Morganton), NC

Saturday August 19, 2017 - Jenni and I visited the Morganton area and our first stop was South Creek Vineyards and Winery. 

A Bordeaux style winery, owner James Rowley shared with us tales of a recent visit to several French Bordeaux Vineyards. A learning experience to ensure their wines are living up to the standard. 

Highly recommend a full tasting, costing $10. Each wine should be experienced and you're certain to find one to your liking. My favorite was the Cabernet Sauvignon and I also enjoyed the Cabernet Franc. Trust me, I'm a true Cab Sauv Snob, and this one is good. 

 The winery has a nice shaded patio, where we enjoyed a glass while listening to the smooth sounds of singer, songwriter, storyteller, and musician Thomas Aaron Garlow.

We chatted with Dana Kendall, owner/executive driver of Asheville Premier Transportation. She had chauffeured a large bridal party in for a tasting.

South Creek is well worth a visit, a little slice of Southern France in Nebo. Happy weekend Wining!  Dennis

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