The Triangle Chapter of the American Wine Society Presents
Sip, Savor, Celebrate North Carolina Wines
Sunday, June 28, 2026
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Cellar 55 – Fuquay-Varina
Presenter: Mike Wallace
Come sip, savor, and explore the wines of North Carolina's beautiful Yadkin
Valley,
a sprawling wine region in the state's northwest corner. Stretching
from the rolling
foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Piedmont, the
Yadkin Valley offers
stunning scenery, welcoming wineries, and a diverse
range of exceptional wines.
Home to two American Viticultural Areas
(AVAs)—the Yadkin Valley AVA and the
Swan Creek AVA—the region showcases both
classic and emerging grape varieties.
Visitors can enjoy wines crafted from
Viognier, Chardonnay, Montepulciano,
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon,
Merlot, Petit Verdot, and many others,
reflecting the unique character of
North Carolina wine country.
Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or
simply looking for a relaxing getaway,
Yadkin Valley offers an unforgettable
tasting experience.
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Attendance is limited, so enroll early if you are interested in attending. Members please register by Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Chapter members get first shot at enrollment. If seats are still available, enrollment will be available to those on the guest list and non-members who respond to the Secretary expressing interest.
If you are interested in attending, please contact:
Secretary, NC Triangle Chapter of AWS
American Wine
Society
secretary@awstriangle.org