How about a glass of wine with beautiful views? There's plenty of places to sip local wine near Winston-Salem, as our city's near the Yadkin Valley, the state's first federally recognized American Viticultural Area.

There's more than 45 wineries and tasting rooms within an hours-drive, but we've rounded up a few of our favorites.

Old Homeplace Vineyard, 623 McGee Rd., Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Countryside + traditional. The vineyard is between a 1200-acre lake and 48 acres of land.
Why you should go: Listen to local songwriters and artists perform on Sundays while overlooking the lake.

Medaloni Cellars, 9125 Shallowford Rd., Lewisville

The atmosphere: Romantic, with views of the Yadkin Valley.
Why you should go: Enjoy a weekend getaway with your partner by staying in one of the vineyard's cabins.

Childress Vineyards, 1000 Childress Vineyards Rd., Lexington, ~30 minutes outside Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Lively + European, with pond views overlooking 70 acres of land.
Why you should go: Owned by NASCAR team owner Richard Childress, the vineyard hosts a variety of special events, including a weekend music series in the summer.

Weathervane Winery, 1452 Welcome Arcadia Rd., Lexington, ~20 minutes outside Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Relaxing, with views of the vineyard and the countryside.
Why you should go: This vineyard makes all of its wines by hand and can even help you plan a wine tour of the region

A vineyard with rows of grapes. — Explore Divine Llama Vineyard's 91-acre property, with views of Pilot Mountain. | Photo by WStoday

Shelton Vineyards, 286 Cabernet Ln., Dobson, ~ 50 minutes outside Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Vintage + an upscale bistro, featuring rolling hills, rose bushes, and ponds.
Why you should go: Located in the Yadkin Valley, the vineyard shares a similar climate as some of the best wine-growing regions in Europe. Although the drive may be long, the views are totally worth the trip.

JOLO Winery and Vineyards, 219 Jolo Winery Ln., Pilot Mountain, ~20 minutes north of Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Beautiful + award worthy, with breathtaking views of Pilot Mountain and Cox Lake.
Why you should go: It was named one of the top seven wineries in the country by TripAdvisor outside of California.

Rayson Winery & Vineyards, 322 Brix Lane, Mocksville, ~20 minutes outside Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Luxury + relaxed.
Why should you go: Experience the perfect escape in Yadkin Valley wine country and enjoy a curated dinner from the Bistro Europa.

Divine Llama Vineyards, 4126 Divine Llama Lane, East Bend, ~30 minutes outside Winston-Salem

The atmosphere: Laid-back farm + good company.
Why you should go: It's the largest llama farm in the Southeast and you can hike with the animals on the vineyard's 91-acre property.

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