Shelton Vineyards North Carolina Winery and AVA Pioneer
Shelton Vineyards in Yadkin Valley North Carolina showcases warm red and white grape varieties with a gravity flow facility and oak maturation. Founders Charlie and Ed Shelton sponsor viticulture training, and winemaker Ethan Brown is a program graduate. The 1.4 million acre AVA was approved in 2003, with sub appellations later. production averages 25 to 30 thousand cases annually. Tasted wines include Two-Five-Nine Dry Riesling 2023 at 28 dollars, Sauvignon Blanc 2022 at 19 dollars, and Petit Manseng 2022 at 22 dollars, displaying bright citrus, mineral notes, and apple hints.