Winston-Salem's Right Season

Up and Coming
North Carolina may be the next Southern wine-producing state to really hit its stride. Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay continue to shine, while lesser-known grapes such as Cabernet Franc and Viognier are finding more fans with each vintage.

Winston-Salem Must-Dos 

Activities 

• Reynolda House Museum of American Art: 1-888-663-1149 or www.reynoldahouse.org
• Reynolda Gardens of Wake Forest University: (336) 758-5593 or www.reynoldagardens.org

Shopping 

• Reynolda Village: www.reynoldavillage.com
• Village Antiques: (336) 793-3000
• Doss Custom Fishing: (336) 723-9988 or www.dosscustomfishing.com

Dining 

• simplyummy: (336) 724-9779
• Alex's Café: (336) 722-9080
• Sweet Potatoes (well shut my mouth!!) a restaurant: (336) 727-4844
• Christopher?s New Global Cuisine: (336) 724-1395

Lodging 

• The Brookstown Inn: 1-800-845-4262 or www.brookstowninn.com (rates from $100)
• Marriott Winston-Salem: (336) 725-3500, www.marriott.com, or www.twincityquarter.com (rates from $109)

Wineries 

• Shelton Vineyards: Dobson, NC; (336) 366-4724 or www.sheltonvineyards.com
• RayLen Vineyards & Winery: Mocksville, NC; (336) 998-3100 or www.raylenvineyards.com
• North Carolina wineries: www.ncwine.org or www.yadkinwines.com
   

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"Winston-Salem's Right Season" is from the August 2006 issue of Southern Living. Because prices, dates, and other specifics are subject to change, please check all information to make sure it's still current before making your travel plans.