It was a nice day and my friend, Debjani and I had nothing better to do. She has an ongoing list of "Things for us to See or Do" on her i phone and the Old South Winery is in it. The family run small business is right in town and we see the sign all the time and everytime we pass by it for the last 4 years, we always say, we should go there sometime, but never did until this time.
It was a nice experience, although it is nothing compared to the winery I have seen in California.
This is the wine tasting room.
The lady who is the daughter of the owner (Sorry, I forgot her name) was so nice. She gave us a tour and then gave us a taste of their wines. They are all made out of muscadine grapes.
This is where they crush the grapes. The tour guide said they take it outside every night to do it.
Don't know much of anything else that the other machinery does so I will just walk you through.
Here is our personal tour guide getting ready for the wine tasting.
My favorite was Southern Belle, a white wine, which is what I bought.
I think it was Debjani's favorite too.
I am glad we got that one crossed off our list. It's like another mission accomplished. I will definitely go back there when I have guests to take. It has a very southern personalized hospitable atmosphere.
Thanks for stopping by for another Sightseeing Saturday tour.
21 comments:
Wow! I never knew the process for making wine was so involved? I've heard California has some of the best wineries in the world.
God bless and have a wonderful Easter :-)
~Ron
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Look at all that machinery! And to think Lucy did it with only her feet:@)
We went to a winery last weekend to a British Car Club gathering and loved going through the process. Yours looks like a lovely place to go for the day.
I didn't know we had one so close by. The only one I have ever been to was at the Biltmore in North Carolina. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for the tour, Looove the way things are done in the south! Her lighting is inspirational!
Great tour! Sounds like a fun outing!
And your bday and your hubby's bday must be the same day as my daughters!
An early Happy Birthday to you!
You girls are always having fun. Looks like a great place to spend the afternoon.
Thanks for the winery tour. I have not been to one in years, but hope to visit a couple of them this Spring. I just saw your previous post - Happy Birthday to your daughter!
Hope you are enjoying your weekend.
I've never been to a winery so I really enjoyed the pics. How fun to have a friend who has so many neat things to do!
You and your friend are lucky to have each other to share these experiences with. The winery is interesting. I have never seen the machinery before.
Happy Easter,
Terri
Wow! This was so very interesting, so glad you posted this. California has one of the best winery in the world...I love wine, so cheers to you dear Christine and Dedjani, you girls have a great time evrytime...so jelous!
Hugs.
FABBY
This looks like a fun outing for you both. My husband and I have toured many wineries and we especially enjoy the things that make each winery unique. Looks like you found a special winery to take visiting friends to.
This tours are always fun and interesting and a special friend to share, is the best. Enjoyed catching up on weddings, grandkids, and your pretty Easter table.
Send you and all Easter Blessings ;-)
How cool Christine! Looks like a really neat place and fun time. I bet the wine was delish too. Happy Birthday also to your daughter Tina!
Have a great Easter.
XO
Hi Christine - thanks for stopping by my blog and visiting and leaving such a nice comment. What a great winery - I love visiting the older ones and going through their tours. Happy Easter to you and yours.....
Looks like a fun tour. Loved your Easter tablescape with all the dots!
Hi Christine,
I love going on wine tours! And the tasting of course is the best part! Cute pic of you and your friend and you sure do have a fun life!
Hugs friend,
Cindy
What a nice trip with your friend! And do they have a "Scarlett" named wine??? I saw that coaster with Miss Scarlett. I am obsessed with anything Gone with the Wind, and Scarlett O'Hara. I think I will have to look them up online!!!! Anyway, looks like you had fun!
Best,
Gloria
LOVE trips to the winery!!! FUN!
How fun! Napa is on my "to do list"
Looks like fun Christine! It's nice to have a winery nearby. A glass of wine with a friend is always a good thing *winks* Vanna
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