Stonefield Cellars Winery

Located in Stokesdale, NC

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Nearby Attractions, Shopping, Lodging, Travel

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When you are planning to visit us, you may be interested in also visiting other local attractions, shopping, or you may be visiting from out of town and are interested in nearby lodging.  We have provided a sampling (not all inclusive) list of some attractions, etc., nearby as well as some lodging that is conveniently located to our winery.

Hiking Destinations

Knight-Brown Nature Preserve

Knight-Brown Nature Preserve is only 10 minutes (6.7 miles) from Stonefield Cellars Winery.  Multiple trails/loops provide hardwood forest hiking with elevation gain and features sturdy bridges that cross a creek, benches for resting, trail markers/maps and placards that inform about the natural features on the 189 acres.    If you hike all 4 loops (3.41 miles), it will take about 1.5 hours (allowing for a few photo stops and short bench breaks). This is Natalie’s favorite ‘close to the winery’ place to hike – she leads hiking groups often – email her if you are interested in her leading a morning hike for you and friends followed by a visit to the winery – nwurz@stonefieldcellars.com 

Hanging Rock State Park 

Only 36 minutes (26 miles) from Stonefield Cellars Winery.  This park is AMAZING, with great vistas from multiple trails.  Visit the website for hours and additional info, maps, etc.

Pilot Mtn State Park

Another jewel in the Piedmont Triad, the unique feature of Pilot Mtn Knob is what makes this park stand out from others.  Multiple trails and a new visitor center make this an ideal hiking destination.  Time and distance from the winery:  43 minutes, 35 miles.

Unique and Regional Specific Shopping Destinations within 1/2 hr of the winery

Village Pizza (Italian Restaurant with more than just pizza – we love their stromboli! You can dine in or order take-out) Village Pizza

Sadies on Stokesdale (Natural Products – Essential Oils, Candles, Herbs, etc.) Sadies of Stokesdale

Oh Baby by 119 – Baby and Tots Boutique Store in Stokesdale – Oh Baby by 119 (Stokesdale)

Old Mill of Guilford (18th Century Grist Mill, natural stone-ground whole grain foods, mixes) Old Mill of Guilford, Oak Ridge, NC

Madison Dry Goods Company (Outdoor Clothing and more)  Madison Dry Goods, Madison, NC

Looking for Lodging?

Search here for hotels in the Greensboro area:    https://www.kayak.com/hotels

Bed and Breakfast options –   The Gibson House Inn (Kernersville, NC)

The Hunter House (Madison, NC)

Friday Flavors Concert Series

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Our 2023 Friday Flavors Summer Concert Series 

Stonefield Cellars Winery in Stokesdale presents the best in local and regional bands and food during a summer concert series “Friday Flavors”.   We are committed to bringing you top talent in live music  at one of the best venues in the Triad – Stonefield Cellars Winery.  We hope that you will join us for the great lineup we have in store for 2023.   

 Check out our schedule below.   Tickets go on sale early May, 2023, but in the meantime, save the dates on your calendar!

2023 Friday Flavors Concert Series Schedule

June 2 – Radio Revolver (Rock) – Food by Maho’s Bistro (Burgers, Chicken, Gourmet Fries, Hot Dogs)

June 9 – HWY 42 – (Rock, Country, Blues, etc.) –  Food by Marty’s BBQ (BBQ and sides)

June 16 – WristBand (Classic and Southern Rock) – El Taco Vaquero (Tacos, Burgers, and more)

June 23 – Moxie (Classic R&B, Soul & Funk)  Food by West Coast Wanderer (Meat or veggie on grilled Naan and more)

June 30 –12M Case Band (Rock) -Food by Zeko’s-2-Go (Pitas, Phillysteaks, chicken, Veg. options) 

July 7 – Gailfean (Celtic) – Maho’s Bistro (Burgers, Chicken, Gourmet Fries, Hot Dogs)

July 14 – Radio Revolver (Rock) – Food by Marty’s BBQ (BBQ and sides)

July 21 – Christie Lenee (Guitar Champion/Singer-Songwriter) – Food by Smoke City (Hibachi w/a twist & Monk Sauce)

July 28 – Gipsy Danger (Folk-Rock)– Maho’s Bistro (Burgers, Chicken, Gourmet Fries, Hot Dogs)

August 4 – Moxie Band (Classic R&B, Soul & Funk) –Food by Saucey Chick Catering (Gourmet Sauced Food)

August 11 – Nu Blu (Progressive Bluegrass) – Food by Marty’s BBQ (BBQ and sides)

August 18 – Radio Revolver (Rock) – Food by Zeko’s-2-Go (Pitas, Phillysteaks, chicken, Veg. options) 

August 25 – The Ghosts of Liberty (Tyler & Emma Millard) – Food by Smoke City (Hibachi w/a twist & Monk Sauce)

September 1 – 12M Case Band (Rock)– Food by Marty’s BBQ (BBQ and sides)

September 8 – 60 Watt Combo (Rock, Blues) – El Taco Vaquero (Tacos, Burgers, and more)

September 15 – Radio Revolver (Rock) – Food by West Coast Wanderer (Meat or veggie on grilled Naan and more)

September 22 – Gipsy Danger (Folk-Rock)  – Food by Zeko’s-2-Go (Pitas, Phillysteaks, chicken, Veg. options) 

September 29 – Moxie Band (Classic R&B, Soul & Funk) – Food by Smoke City (Hibachi w/a twist & Monk Sauce)

>>If you are a FOOD TRUCK and are interested in booking a spot in our 2024 Friday Flavors Season OR other events throughout this year (2023), please EMAIL Natalie Wurz, our V.P. of Sales and Marketing, at nwurz@stonefieldcellars.com with the subject line as “Food Truck Vendor”.

>>If you are a BAND interested in booking a spot in our 2024 Friday Flavors Season OR other concert dates throughout the year, please EMAIL Natalie Wurz, our V.P. of Sales and Marketing, at nwurz@stonefieldcellars.com with the subject line as “Band Available for Booking”. Please include the Genre of your band in the body of the email as well as your Bio, a link to your Website or Facebook Page, and any links/videos of your songs or band performing LIVE (no studio production please).

 

New Wines and Wines on the Horizon…

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NEW RELEASES coming soon! 

Several new vintages of some of our top selling red wines were just bottled (the end of March) and will be released in the month of April 2023:

  • Synchronicity (light bodied blend)
  • Dread Pirate Robert’s Bloody Red Wine (bold blend)
  • Mountain Mama Madness Red Wine (fruit forward blend)
  • 2022 Zinfandel (classic dry red, American)

 

Winemaking Courses

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We are currently accepting registrations for our Spring 2023 Winemaking Course.

Want to Make Wine?

Stonefield Cellars hosts two Winemaking Courses per year (in the spring, and in the fall) taught by Robert E. M. Wurz, Ph.D.

In six classes over 8 weeks, this course covers the full winemaking process: from fermentation to bottling. Learn techniques to start or improve your own home winemaking while creating your own wine during class in small teams of 2-4 & hone your wine evaluation skills with classes on sensory evaluation training and food and wine pairing.

2023 Fall Course Classes:

Mondays 7:00-9:00 pm in the Stonefield Cellars Production Room.

October 23rd –  1st Class: Introduction – Basics of fermentation and winemaking.

October 30th –  2nd Class: Principles of Winemaking – Racking, barrels, oak alternatives, tannins. Wines of the world.

November 13th – 3rd Class: Wine sensory evaluation. Food and wine pairing.

November 20th – 4th Class: Defects and Problems: Causes and remedies, fining agents, additives, filtering.

December 4th – 5th Class: Blending, tasting panel, and bottling preparations.

December 11th – 6th Class: Bottling, Labeling, Wrap-up, Exam.

Cost: $195
Provided: Materials, extensive winemaking notes, snacks, and 3 bottles of wine bottled by the class.

Must be at least 21 years old to participate.
Class size limited to 16 people.
Additional Class Wine will be available for $14.95 per Bottle

Registration: Email Natalie at nwurz@stonefieldcellars.com with your contact information (name and phone number). Registration options will be explained (can be handled over the phone or in person at the winery during normal business hours).  Note:  REGISTRATION DEADLINE is October 9th!

Instructor Biography
Robert E. M. Wurz, Ph.D. – Robert is a native of Napa Valley, CA. He received his doctorate in wine chemistry from the University of California, Davis. He has taught wine making classes at Patrick Henry Community College in Virginia, at Stonefield Cellars Winery in Stokesdale, NC, and is currently the winemaker for Stonefield Cellars Winery in Stokesdale, NC.