Wine Tastings
For the Winston-Salem, Charlotte, Greensboro, High Point, & Yadkin Valley, NC Areas
Discover the charm of Weathervane Winery, where award-winning wines, beautiful vineyard views, and genuine Southern hospitality come together to create an unforgettable experience.
Whether you're planning a girls' day out, a romantic afternoon, celebrating a birthday, or simply looking for something fun to do this weekend, our tasting room is the perfect destination. We welcome both first-time wine drinkers and seasoned wine enthusiasts with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere where everyone feels at home.
Experience Award-Winning North Carolina Wines
Our guided wine tastings feature a carefully selected lineup of handcrafted red, white, and sweet wines made right here in North Carolina. As you taste, our knowledgeable team will introduce you to each wine's unique character while sharing insights into our winemaking process, tasting techniques, and food pairing recommendations.
During your visit, you'll:
- Sample a variety of handcrafted wines
- Learn about the grapes, flavors, and aromas in each selection
- Discover proper wine tasting techniques
- Receive pairing suggestions for cheese, charcuterie, seafood, barbecue, desserts, and more
- Find new favorite wines to enjoy at home
No wine knowledge is necessary—just bring your curiosity and enjoy the experience.
More Than a Wine Tasting
A visit to Weathervane Winery is about more than great wine. Relax with friends on our patio, take in the peaceful vineyard scenery, browse our wine selection, or stay for one of our live music events. Our welcoming atmosphere makes us a favorite destination for couples, families, groups, and visitors exploring the Yadkin Valley wine region.
Whether you're local to Lexington or visiting from Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Charlotte, High Point, or elsewhere in North Carolina, we'd love to welcome you to the winery.
Plan Your Visit
Come experience one of the area's favorite wineries and discover why guests return again and again for our award-winning wines and friendly hospitality.
We look forward to raising a glass with you!
Group Policy: A 20% gratuity will be added for groups of six (6) or more.
Tasting Room Hours
Our tasting room is open during the following times:
Tuesday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Dry or Sweet?
We offer two different options for tastings based on your preference. We have a dry arrangement and a sweet arrangement available. We welcome walk-ins and are happy to accommodate a group when you call ahead. Wine tastings are a fun and relaxing activity perfect for birthdays, date night, or just a time to get away. Call us to learn more about our winery, the details of our wine tasting, or to schedule a wine tasting for your party.
Never Been Wine Tasting? Contact Our Local Winery To Book One Of Our Tasting Rooms Today!
If you've never been wine tasting, now's your chance! At our local winery, we offer wine tastings for $16.00 which includes five wines, and if you want to keep your glass the cost is $20! (Groups of 8 or more must have a reservation and one person is responsible for payment prior to your tasting.
Wine tastings will help you determine which wines you really like and which ones you don't care for. The more wines you try, the more informed you will be. Whether you are evaluating wine or drinking for pleasure, make sure you enjoy the wines you are drinking. Choosing a wine, you like depends on personal taste. There is no wrong or right way when it comes to the wines you enjoy. When you visit us, you will experience wines that you may think feel smooth, silky, rough, dry, light, or heavy. Let us help you find your favorite. Contact our local winery today for more information.
If you're looking to taste some of top wines in the region, stop into Weathervane Winery. Our wine sommeliers will be able to help you choose the perfect
wine and food combinations for your unique palate. If you can't make it to our local vineyard, please feel free to browse our
online wine shop!
Techniques For Tasting Wine
Our staff is passionate about our wine selections and can help you figure out what flavors you like best. Here are a few tips on how to get the full aromas and flavors out of your tasting experience:
- Look at the edges of the wine. Tilt your glass a bit to see the way the color changes around the edges of the wine, making a note of the color and clarity. White wine becomes darker as it is aged, and reds tend to lose their color as they age, turning almost brown.
- Swirl the wine in your glass. Swirling increases the surface area, allowing the scent to escape and reach your nose with more strength. Swirling also allows oxygen to get into the wine, which helps it open up.
- Note the viscosity while you are swirling. More viscous wines are likely to be more alcoholic (which is also known as having "legs"). A higher viscosity is thought to indicate a more full-bodied wine.
- Sniff the wine. Initially start off with the glass a few inches from your nose, then move closer. Note the aromas.
- Take a sip. Roll the wine around in your mouth, exposing all sections of your taste buds to its flavors. Pay attention to texture and weight.
- Before swallowing, aspirate through the wine. As if you are about to whistle, purse your lips and breathe in while your sip of wine is still in your mouth. Aspiration allows you to enjoy the taste and the scent at the same time.
- Note the aftertaste. Think about how long it lasts, how it finishes, and whether or not you like the taste.
Increasing your wine vocabulary will help you pinpoint tones, notes, and other characteristics of the wine. Consider these terms for tasting:
- Acidity
- Toasty
- Creamy
- Velvety
- Complex
- Earthy
- Juicy
- Steely
- Flamboyant
- Oaked
- Charcoal
- Bright
- Buttery
- Crisp
- Silky
Contact Weathervane Winery To Explore Our Upcoming Wine Tasting Events
If you're interested in sampling the selection at Weathervane Winery, don't waste another moment. All you have to do is plan your next visit to our welcoming tasting room. Our experts are constantly on hand to provide helpful suggestions and tell you all there is to know about our distinct varietals. From crisp whites to rich-textured reds, we're sure to offer a little something for everyone.
Sample hints of berry, currant, peach, oak, and beyond when you attend one of our upcoming wine tasting events. All you have to do is contact one of our friendly representatives to learn more about our upcoming tastings or to schedule an event of your own. We welcome visitors from Winston-Salem, Greensboro, Charlotte, and all the surrounding communities.
