Banner Elk Winery
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Anyanwu
N 36° 10.626 W 081° 50.577
17S E 424196 N 4003920
Banner Elk Winery is nestled in the scenic mountains of Watauga county North Carolina. The winery, set in the midst of 9 acres of vineyards, also offers villas for those who want to spend a few days enjoying the mountains.
Waymark Code: WM6X76
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 07/31/2009
Views: 11
Since 2006 Banner Elk Winery has been producing wines from locally grown grapes. The winery is set on a 25-year-old blueberry farm. The drive up the winding mountain road is a treat in itself. The idyllic rural mountain settings are beautiful. The view from the winery is breath taking. There is a small trout pond in front and a cozy porch complete with rocking chairs and café tables. It is truly a peaceful setting
The winery often hosts outdoor musical events in the natural outdoor theater setting. In addition, there are Bed and Breakfast villas on the property for those who wish to visit for a while.
The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The owner, Dr. Richard Wolfe, treats them like family and this comes through when they discuss the wines. We got to meet Dr. Wolfe during our visit. During the winery tour, the staff even let me label and seal my own bottle of blueberry wine (check out the photo).
The wines are light, crisp, but complex in taste. They are oak aged, hand bottled, sealed, and labeled. From the numerous awards, Banner Elk has proven that the North Carolina Mountains can produce excellent grapes for wine making.
Winery Size: Small to Medium 1,500 to 2,999 Cases
Attached vineyard?: yes
Tasting Room Available?: yes
Days and hours of operation: Noon to 6PM (Summer); Noon to 5PM (Winter)
Charge for tasting?: 8.00 (listed in local currency)
Tours Available: yes
Cost of Tour: 3.00 (listed in local currency)
Phone #: 828-260-1790
Address:
135 Deer Run Lane
Banner Elk, NC 28604
Winery, Wine Cooperative, or Tasting Center's Website: [Web Link]
Types of wines:
Seyval Blanc
Chardonnay
Banner Elk White (blend)
High Country Rose (Steuben Grape Varietal)
Banner Elk Red (blend)
Marechal Foch (the only Marechal Foch made in NC)
Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Blueberry Wine
Best Wine Tasted: Blueberry Wine
Rate the Best Wine Tasted: 
Price per Bottle: 29.00 (listed in local currency)
2nd Best Wine Tasted: Marechal Foch
Rate the 2nd Best Wine Tasted: 
Price per Bottle #2: 22.00 (listed in local currency)
Winery Club: Yes
Wine Club Description::
Yearly membership includes 3 shipments of nine wines, discounts to events, and a free tasting with Dr. Dick Wolfe, the vintner. There are also discounts on wines and first option for limited release wines.
Overall Comments::
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