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Thoughtfully Crafted Wine Tours in North Carolina, Wine Country
From charming vineyard tours and scenic vineyard picnics to lakeside and onboard wine tastings on Lake Norman and a full weekend of wine and food, each experience is curated to showcase the best of our region—breathtaking settings, exceptional Wine Tours in North Carolina, and effortless hospitality.
Premium Three Vineyard Experience
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Signature Three Vineyard Experience
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
The Grape Weekend
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Sunset Sips & Perfect Pairings
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Luxury Vineyard Picnic at Dynamis Estate Wines
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Luxury Vineyard Picnic at Raffaldini Vineyards
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Luxury Vineyard Picnic by The Gazebo at Shelton Vineyards
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Luxury Vineyard Picnic by the Island at Shelton Vineyards
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
Luxury Vineyard Picnic by The Farmhouse at Shelton Vineyards
Wine tasting meets island escape—only on Lake Norman.
Set sail into golden hour with this private 2-hour cruise featuring curated wine tastings, artisanal bites, and a beautifully styled island picnic. Designed for couples, small groups, or anyone looking to slow down and sip in style, this experience blends lakeside luxury with relaxed, thoughtful hospitality.
Hosted by The Grape Experience in collaboration with Carolina Cruising Charters, it's the perfect way to celebrate, connect, or simply treat yourself to something unforgettable.
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From unforgettable vineyard views to expertly curated tastings, discover why wine lovers keep coming back to explore the best of Wine Tours in North Carolina country with us.
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Each of our bespoke experiences is curated specially for you.
Thoughtful planning goes into each experience, making them perfect for anyone who loves exclusivity and amazing wine. Our experiences are perfect for friendship celebrations, girls day out, bachelorette parties, neighborhood get togethers, proposals, birthday celebrations, anniversaries, family reunions or team building events.
Not sure which experience is right for you? Reach out today and we will help you pick the perfect outing.
Unlock the Door to Memorable Wine Experiences with The Grape Experience
Learn about NC wine region—its culture, history, and limited-production wines—through experiences curated just for you. Every Grape Experience tour is designed to give you an insider’s taste of Wine Tours in North Carolina country.