Wine

The Wilmington Wine and Chocolate Festival kicks off Friday, but you can get a sneak peek now and find out how to win tickets. Full story...

The luxurious North Carolina estate established by the Vanderbilt family is exploring China as a possible market for wines it sells under Biltmore Estate's brand name. Full story...

A study finds North Carolina's once-fledgling wine industry, grape growers and related businesses are directly responsible for employing about 3,800 and those workers generate another 3,700 jobs. Full story...

A North Carolina city has rejected a chance to allow stores to sell beer and wine and restaurants to sell mixed drinks. Full story...

The mountains of northwestern North Carolina hope to become the Southeast's next hot destination for wine lovers. Full story...

William Shakespeare called "good wine a good familiar creature if it be well used" in Othello. This week, "And the Winner Is..." wanted to know where you buy your favorite bottle of vino. Here's how votes are poured in:
Noni Bacca Winery, 420 Eastwood Rd. - 48%
Grape & Ale, 8521 East Oak Island Drive - 21%
The Wine Sampler, 4107-C Oleander - 17% Full story...

September is prime time for harvesting muscadine grapes, which are native to North Carolina. The grapes are known for making some sweet and popular wine enjoyed all over the country. Full story...

Area wineries are offering plenty of things to do this weekend. And if you are a history buff, there are a couple of things going on you should check out. Full story...

Silver Coast Winery is debuting four new "Calabash" wines. Winery employees are seeking the face of the wines, which are a red, white, blush, and "blue" wine, made with blueberries. Full story...