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Cypress Bend Vineyards Catherine: I didn’t realize how popular muscadine wines were until I visited North Carolina several years ago. Southerners have long made wine out of wild muscadine grapes for home consumption; and the fruit extends to pies and jellies, too. Named for the family matriarch, this wine is 100% estate-grown Carlos—a widely held cultivar bred in North Carolina. It pours a radiant golden straw color, opening with candied tropical fruit and honeycomb flavors, followed by bright notes of ripe stone fruit. Medium-bodied, brisk acidity tempers the sweetness. This wine is an excellent candidate for spicy ethnic cuisine of all kinds and sells for $12. Visit cypressbendvineyards.com to learn more. Cheers! #NCWine #NCWineMonth #NCWineChat #muscadine #wine #winewriter #winelover #blogger #myvinespot https://www.instagram.com/p/B2QC3uqH58l/?igshid=1wnw1fx2ui5ks

Shelton Vineyards 2017 ‘2-5-9’ Petit Verdot (SRP $25): Two things I learned during a recent North Carolina wine chat were: (1) Petit Verdot is an up-and-coming variety in the state, and (2) the Yadkin Valley appellation is capable of growing Petit Verdot fruit of world-class quality. This is a fine example from Shelton Vineyards. It pours a deep ruby color. Aromas of black cherry and purple stone fruit are joined by fruitcake, cocoa dust and a bit of espresso on the palate—all framed by fine-grained tannins, ending with a medium-long, polished finish. An appealing, well-balanced wine that's ready to enjoy now or cellar. I enjoyed a glass whilst cooking and later with grilled coffee-rubbed beef tenderloin. Find this wine at bit.ly/2m8NV0g. #NCWine #NCWineMonth #NCWineChat #NorthCarolina #PetitVerdot #wine #winewriter #winelover #blogger #myvinespot #winewednesday https://www.instagram.com/p/B2SpkDPH9QL/?igshid=owz1dqj3wq51

Attention Wine Lovers! Learn about the wines of North Carolina tomorrow (9/9) at 8PM EST. @NCWineGuys and a number of wineries are leading a first ever #NorthCarolina #wine chat to celebrate #NCWine and #NCWineMonth. Please use Twitter hashtag #NCWineChat to join the conversation. See you there, wine friends! https://www.instagram.com/p/B2KpRVeniI0/?igshid=i0orm4gtk1iq