Jay Raffaldini Named to Business NC Power List for 3rd Consecutive Year

We're thrilled to announce that Jay Raffaldini, the driving force behind Raffaldini Vineyards & Winery, has been recognized on the prestigious Business North Carolina Power List for a second consecutive year, honoring his exceptional contributions to the hospitality and tourism industry. Jay was honored along with other list honorees at a reception in Raleigh last month.

Vermentino Superiore Best White Wine at 2025 NC Fine Wines Awards Gala
 

Last, Friday North Carolina winemakers and aficionados convened for the ultimate celebration of North Carolina's finest wines at the Millennium Center. Raffaldini Vineyards 2024 Vermentino Superiore Best White Wine

This wine competition is the toughest in the country because of the judges’ impeccable knowledge of how wines should taste and requiring the wines to be 100% locally grown and vinified. The Judges’ 

Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of North Carolina's top-notch winemaking talents.

The main purpose of Fine Wines of NC 501(c)3 is educate related to vinifera & hybrid grapes in support of enology, fermentation, viticulture, hospitality, agritourism for Industry and the Public. The organization hosts its annual Wine Competition and other educational events to advance NC knowledge and appreciation of varietals/wine.  

Sagrantino Salon Tasting
Saturday, June 7 | 1:00PM - 3:00PM 

Enjoy the experience of joining Owner Jay Raffaldini and Winemaker Chris Nelson in an exclusive Raffaldini Sagrantino Salon Tasting. Held in the tank room of the winery, guests will enjoy a blind tasting of our beloved Sagrantino wine going up blind against some of the greatest Sagrantino wines in the world. Charcuterie plates will be served with the wines.

Thomas Ponce Returns from Chilean Grape Harvest

My three months working in the Cachapoal Valley in Chile has been an experience I will never forget. Being immersed in a new culture alone was a wonderful experience, but to be around an entire community whose goal is to create the best wine possible is enrichment for the soul. The high mountain backdrop and florescent stars at night made my heart warm while I worked endlessly to perfect the ever-evolving science of wine making. Although I loved my time in Machalí, Chile, I am so happy to be back and see every one of my dearest lovely wine club members.
 

Food Trucks

Saturday, May 17 - Love and Butter & Cannoli Man
Sunday, May 18 – Southern Noodle

Saturday, May 24 - Dogs R Us
Sunday, May 25 – Sandwich Express

Saturday, May 31 - Dogs R Us


Upcoming Family Days 

Memorial Day Monday, May 26


Music in the Vineyard featuring Justin Nelson

Sunday, May 18
Sunday, July 20
Sunday, August 17
Sunday, October 19

 

Save the Date!

Spritz Like an Italian!
Saturday, June 12 - 1:00PM - 3:00PM
 
Join Barbara Raffaldini in the Fattoria as she teaches you about the history of the Spritz and how to make your favorite Italian Summer cocktails using our Auguri.

The price of the ticket includes two glasses of Auguri, cicchetti (street snacks) and recipe cards for each special cocktail.
 
 

Four Seasons Summer Wine Tasting Dinner
Saturday, July 26 6:30PM - 9:30PM

The Four Seasons Wine Tasting Dinners are held Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter and are hosted by Jay Raffaldini. Each dinner features four seasonal food courses and four specially chosen wines to complement the food. Culinary and wine descriptions will be given during the evening to enhance your enjoyment. This is an opportunity to share your food and wine passion with like-minded friends. The atmosphere will be relaxed and casual with a focus on meeting new friends and enjoying la dolce vita.