Vinello Series: Release Party at the Winery
May 21 | Wine Club Members Only | $30 per person
 Raffaldini is pleased to announce our very limited production release of our Vinello series to you, our loyal wine club members on Saturday, May 21st from 1 PM-3 PM. This will be a wine club only event! We will be joined by High Country Boards to bring you a new exclusive wine and food pairing experience.
During the excellent 2021 grape harvest, we experimented with an old Italian winemaking method known as Vinello to great success. Vinello is made from rehydrated grape pomace that has completed its work of making excellent wine. Rather than place the pomace in the vineyard to provide nutrition for vines, we decided to referment the pomace by adding enough sugar and water to produce a low alcohol, yet distinctly flavorful, wine. This low alcohol beverage is frequently consumed by the vineyard and winery workers during their daily meal breaks. The French call their version Piquette. We made three different types of Vinello – a Bianco made from Vermentino pomace, a Rosato made from a co-fermentation of Appassimento Vermentino and Sagrantino, and a Rosso made from Teroldego.
In total we produced 100 cases and look forward to sharing them with you during this release. Due to limited quantities, we are asking that purchases be limited to one case of each wine. This event will be $30.00 + tax per person and will included a glass of each new wine, paired with 2 food samples. Each wine club member is permitted to bring 2 guests to the event. To purchase your tickets please click the link below.
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 Family Day: Memorial Day
We invite you and your family to join us for a family day hosted by Raffaldini Vineyards. We will have kid friendly activities as well as snacks and drinks for purchase, with Dog's R' Us serving up their famous, flavorful Italian sausages with peppers and onions, and hot dogs with all the fixings.
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Food Trucks
Saturday, May 14 Dog's R' Us
Sunday, May 15 Southern on Wheels
Saturday, May 21 Wraps Around the World
Saturday, May 21 Cannoli Man
Saturday, May 28 Wraps Around the World
Sunday, May 29 Rivera Brothers Mexican Food Truck
Monday, May 30 Dog's R' Us
Saturday, June 4 Dog's R' Us
Sunday, June 5 Cousin's Maine Lobster
Saturday, June 11 Wraps Around the World
Sunday, June 12 Southern on Wheels
Check our events calendar as we begin booking food truck dates in 2022! |
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Rosé All May!
On Sale Now! - 2021 Girasole
Sample the highest-rated Girasole we have ever made for the first time and set your taste buds to summertime. Now available by the flight, glass or bottle at Villa Raffaldini!
 Best of Show Rosé, Best Dry Rosé International Sommelier Challenge
Girasole - Gold Medal, 92 Points
We are honored to share that our 2021 Girasole received a 92 Gold and was one of the highest rated rosés. Interestingly, this is the first year that we made our Girasole in a new way, using gently, whole-cluster pressed, 100% Sangiovese grapes, which brings out notes of watermelon, strawberry, and bubble gum on the nose of this delicious summertime rose wine. The solid acid backbone makes this wine refreshing on the palate as well as pairing well with lighter fare dishes like salads and fish.Just in time for warmer weather.
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Cinema Raffaldini: Dinner and a Movie Under the Stars with a/perture Cinema at Raffaldini Vineyards
Raffaldini Vineyards is proud to support the arts in the Yadkin Valley. We are partnering with our friends at a/perture Cinema in Winston-Salem, a non-profit, independent theater to bring you an evening of Italian cinema under the stars!
For the past decade and more, a/perture has been serving the community the art of film and providing a communal cinematic experience. They screen over 250 films and special events annually, with more than 4,000 screenings per year. a/perture is the only dedicated year-round art house cinema in the Piedmont Triad.
Dinner will include traditional, brick-oven Neapolitan pizza from our friends at Gianno's, dessert and two glasses of Raffaldini wine. Popcorn while be available to enjoy during the screening as you watch the film under the stars.
Tickets for this special fun dinner and movie experience at Raffaldini are $50 +tax per person, and help support a/perture. Sales of the tickets will be available online beginning Wednesday, May 18. Outdoor seating will be provided, but if you want to bring a blanket that is fine too.
We hope you will join us in supporting the arts in our community .
Save the Dates for the Raffaldini Summer Movie and Dinner series:
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Sunday, June 19 – Father’s Day: Family Day. Bring the entire family and celebrate dad with us! Enjoy made-to-order authentic street tacos from Rivera Brothers Mexican Food Truck, and relax among the vines and savor a refreshing glass of wine on this day for dads!
Saturday, June 25 – Auguri release (Wine club only) Wine Club members, enjoy a first taste of our newest vintage of Auguri, our traditional method sparkling wine! Enjoy this handcrafted, crisp bubbly white just in time for the start of Summer.
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17th Annual Festa Italiana
Saturday & Sunday, September 17 & 18
All Ages Welcome!
Our biggest event of the year returns! The epicenter of Italian culture in the Piedmont is here on Saturday, September 17 and Sunday, September 18 as food vendors, musicians, artists, and craftsmen from across the region descend on Chianti in the Carolinas for this annual celebration of Italian culture, food, art, music, and of course, wine. Enjoy the festival atmosphere or join one of our breakout sessions featuring in depth discussions with Jay Raffaldini and our team on winemaking, vineyard, Italian trivia and more!
Tickets will be available soon! Visit our official Festa Page for the latest and stay tuned for upcoming artist and vendor announcements!
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Beyond the Vines...Into the Community
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Virtual Yoga in the Vineyards with Maureen
Mondays | 9am via Zoom
Join Maureen Stitt, a certified Kripalu yoga instructor, for a 60-minute yoga class designed for all students who have a desire to enhance their well-being through movement, breath awareness and self-inquiry. Set-up your mat and get ready to change the world, one breath at a time!
Cost: $10.00 per class
NOTE: After purchase, you will receive a link to join the class via Zoom. Please note, you must make the purchase at least 30-minutes before the class begins.
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Planning a Visit?
We encourage you to read our visitor experience guide. Your cooperation will help us provide the best possible experience for all our patrons.
We have partnered with Tock to provide a reservation system for tastings and flights at the Villa and on the Piazza. Our continued goal is to provide the best experience for you, our valued customers and friends. While walk-ins are welcome and a reservation is not required, we believe that making a reservation will enhance your visit.
As a general reminder to all our guests, to provide a safe, relaxing, and intimate experience for our guests, all visitors must be at least 21 years of age. Infants and children are no longer permitted at the Tasting Room, except on holidays and specially designated family days when we can appropriately staff and have children friendly activities available. Please see our calendar for a full list of Family days.
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