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Sept. 23, 2021New Sonker Trail Stops Offer Fun, Creative Takes on Traditional Dessert
For those unfamiliar, sonker is a cobbler/pie-like dessert of cooked fruit and crust. Many have liquid batter poured on top of the fruit. Others have a rolled dough for the crust, while some are made on stove top with a dropped-dumpling crust.
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June 21, 2021How Many Wineries are in Yadkin Valley, NC?
Visitors to Surry County here in the heart of NC's Yadkin Valley often ask: How many wineries are in Yadkin Valley? Fortunately, that answer is now available.
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June 16, 2021Sonker Trail Adds Harvest Grill at Shelton Vineyards
Harvest Grill at Shelton Vineyards is a natural addition to the Surry Sonker Trail. “Food is powerful, and it can really connect people to an area and its culture,” says general manager Travis Dale.
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May 8, 2021Celebrate NC Wine Month in Yadkin Valley
Celebrate North Carolina Wine Month along the Surry County Wine Trail in the Yadkin Valley American Viticultural Area. Enjoy featured wines and more throughout May.
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March 31, 2021Elkin Vine Line Runs Loops to Popular Yadkin Valley Wineries
Friday through Sunday, this wine shuttle begins and ends at the Yadkin Valley Heritage & Trails Visitor Center in downtown Elkin. Visitors may hop off at as many or as few wineries as they choose. While at the wineries, visitors can track Vine Line vans via a phone app.
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Feb. 17, 2021Surry Wine Trail Reaches Milestone with Opening of More Wineries
The Surry County Wine Trail celebrates a milestone as a flurry of openings pushes the number of wineries to 20 along this popular Yadkin Valley trail. The addition of these four wineries sets up visitors for many new experiences and return trips.
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Jan. 30, 2021Seven best NC wedding barns in Yadkin Valley wine country
Looking for wedding barns in NC’s Yadkin Valley wine country? Seven of the best wedding barns are found in Surry County. Dream weddings come true at these rustic venues framed by beautiful mountain views.
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Dec. 28, 2020Four Yadkin Valley Itineraries Provide a Fun Elkin Getaway
Four new Elkin itineraries showcase wine, music, outdoors and weekend getaways for your next visit to Elkin in the Yadkin Valley of the Blue Ridge foothills of North Carolina.
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Nov. 25, 2020Serre Vineyards Showcases Wine, Mountain Views & Sunsets
A serene and secluded vineyard in the Yadkin Valley, showcasing wine, sunsets and Blue Ridge Mountain views on 70 acres west of Mount Airy, North Carolina. Hiking trails, too.
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Oct. 28, 2020Wisdom Table Provides a Sommelier Experience in Elkin (Beer, too)
This Yadkin Valley wine tasting bar features more than 100 North Carolina wines, as well as local craft beer. Taste at the bar or shop for wine and beer to go.
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Sept. 25, 2020Plan a Girlfriends’ Getaway to Yadkin Valley Wine Country
Yadkin Valley is perfect for a girlfriends’ weekend in North Carolina wine country. Beautiful vineyards and an easy drive from places like Atlanta, Charleston, Charlotte, Raleigh and Roanoke.
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July 25, 2020These 8 Yadkin Valley Wineries are Top Spots for Picnics
Along the Surry County Wine Trail, these eight Yadkin Valley wineries are ideal spots for a picnic. Options include bringing your own picnic or picking one up when you arrive.