There are lots of great wineries within striking distance of Fancy Gap, Virginia. This is our list of the top 10 wineries around Fancy Gap. See each at a glance and check out recent reviews. They are all less than an hour from Pilot’s Perch Cabin.
1. JOLO Winery and Vineyards
Jolo is a beautiful winery at the foot of Pilot Mountain, featuring delicious wines and a restaurant with top-notch food. (in the Yadkin Valley, near Pilot Mountain, about 35 minutes from Fancy Gap)
2. Shelton Vineyards
At Shelton Vineyards you’ll find delicious wines and a restaurant with excellent food. (near Mt. Airy, about 35 minutes from Fancy Gap)
3. Chateau Morrissette
Chateau Morrissette features good wine in a beautiful mountain setting just off the Parkway. (Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Post 171.5, about 40 minutes North of Fancy Gap)
4. Villa Appalaccia
A touch of Tuscany tucked away with wine and food that will tickle your taste buds. (Rock Castle Gorge Rd near Floyd VA, about 40 minutes North of Fancy Gap)
5. Roaring River Vineyards
Roaring River Vineyards’ beautiful, unique location alongside a rushing river makes it a standout in the wineries near Fancy Gap. You’ll find delicious wines and amazing food at the cozy restaurant. A hike at nearby Stone Mountain State Park and a meal and wine at the winery would make a great day trip. (near Stone Mountain in Traphill, NC, about 50 minutes from Fancy Gap)
6. Iron Heart Winery
At Iron Heart Winery you can find tasty wines, interesting family history, and a cast of characters. (in Hiwassee, VA close to the New River Trail State Park, about 30 minutes North of Fancy Gap)
7. Round Peak Vineyards
Round Peak Vineyards is the closest to Fancy Gap. It features views of the Blue Ridge, beer and wine slushies and frisbee golf. (outside Mt. Airy, NC, about 20 minutes from Fancy Gap)
8. Raffaldini Vineyards
Raffaldini Vineyards is a great destination for those who are looking for a little piece of Italy. The Italian villa affords magnificent views of the 100 acre estate and the distant Blue Ridge Mountains. (in Ronda, NC, about 46 minutes from Fancy Gap)
9. West Wind Farm Vineyard and Winery
West Wind Farm Vineyard and Winery is a family owned winery on a fourth generation homestead in the Highlands. (in Max Meadows, VA, close to Wytheville, about 25 minutes from Fancy Gap)
10. Old North State Winery
Old North State is nice little winery in downtown Mt. Airy with good food and muscadine wines. (in Mt. Airy, NC, about 25 minutes to fancy Gap)
Honorable Mentions
Divine Llama Vineyards
LLamas!!! (~50 minutes from Fancy Gap)
Location: Yadkin Valley, between Pilot Mountain and Winston-Salem
Grassy Creek Vineyard and Winery
Grassy Creek Vineyard and Winery features a short hike through the woods and a longer hike to beautiful Carter Falls. (~50 minutes from Fancy Gap)
Location: Yadkin Valley, near Elkin
Pilot Mountain Vineyards
At Pilot Mountain Vineyards, you’ll find good wine and great views of Pilot Mountain while seated around individual fire pits. (in Pinnacle, NC, about 35 minutes from Fancy Gap)
Serre Vineyards
Serre Vineyards features nice views of the Blue Ridge from seating around individual wood fire pits. (in Mt. Airy, about 27 minutes from Fancy Gap)
Pilot’s Perch Reviews
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Villa Appalaccia Winery, Touch of Italy on the Parkway
Villa Appalaccia is a beautiful Italian villa just off the Parkway not too far from Fancy Gap. It’s a great setting to enjoy some good wine and…
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Raffaldini Vineyards, a Little Piece of Italy
Raffaldini Vineyards is a great destination for those who are looking for a little piece of Italy. The Italian villa affords magnificent views of the 100 acre…
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Serre Vineyards
Serre Vineyards is a nice little gem of a winery less than 30 minutes from Fancy Gap. If you’re looking for a peaceful, tucked away winery close…
Pilot Mountain Vineyards
Pilot Mountain Vineyards is a nice new little gem of a winery in the area, with a welcoming tasting room and outdoor patio. Beautiful View of Pilot…
Roaring River Vineyards
Along with Jolo Winery and Vineyards, Roaring River Vineyards has quickly become one of our favorite wineries within striking distance of Fancy Gap. Everything is top notch.…
Iron Heart Winery
Iron Heart – A Rich History and a Cast of Characters The Iron Heart Winery is a great little winery. After one visit, it has become one…
JOLO Winery and Vineyards
My wife and I have found a new candidate for our favorite winery near Fancy Gap. Chateau Morrisette is hard to beat, but JOLO Winery in Pilot…
Old North State Winery
Very Good Food If you’re looking for a mid to high-end dining experience in Mt. Airy, Old North State Winery is a good option. The menu features…
Chateau Morrisette, Romantic Winery on the Parkway
Romantic Winery on the Blue Ridge Parkway Looking for a romantic winery on the Blue Ridge Parkway? You will find our favorite winery, Chateau Morrisette, in the…
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Shelton Vineyards
Gravity-flow Winery in the Yadkin Valley Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Shelton Vineyards is often described as the jewel of the Yadkin Valley.…