Mar 17

The Honeymoon

Spending almost a month in the South of France in 1996 changed our lives.  We were on our honeymoon and little did we know the influence those weeks would have on the rest of our lives. We always enjoy a chance to return; to learn about wine, to enjoy wine, to eat wonderful meals often hours long, and to just be.  All of these experiences in France- the wine, the food, the culture have influenced our lives at home and at the farm.  People see that and feel that in… Read More

Mar 10

The Farm

That is what we have always called this place.  Michael would say he is heading to the farm.  “The farm” became ours on December 18, 1996.  So many of you know our story, some do not.  I will give the quick version… Two art teachers met at the state conference in 1994 in Winston-Salem, NC.  We knew this was something special.  We were married in 1996 and a honeymoon in the South of France that summer changed our lives forever.  It is one thing to enjoy roaming through the countryside… Read More

Mar 08

Today I start…

Today I start.  For so long I have talked about beginning a blog and the only way is to just begin.  For so long I have wanted to talk about what we do, what we have created.  Normal people do not do this- start a vineyard and a winery. We have worked very hard, have met so many wonderful people and the past 20 years have been filled with so many adventures. I wish to share past present and future.  I hope you will find this a slice of life… Read More

Oct 28

Hanover Park Wine Dinner at Meridian Restaurant, Sunday December 18th

Save the Date!! Come celebrate with us! Twenty years ago, we bought this old farm in Yadkin County. Little did we know then what we had started. Join us for a wine dinner at Meridian Restaurant with our favorite Chef and owner Mark Grohmann. Menu and time coming soon!    

Oct 28

Joy to the Wine Ornament Contest, Saturday December 17th

Something new and fun! Create an ornament using Hanover Park labels, corks or bottles and bring it on Saturday, December 17th between 2 and 3pm. Judging will begin at 3 pm with ”prizes” awarded. Funniest, most imaginative, best holiday theme. If you need any corks or labels, we will have a basket of items for you to come and select anytime beginning Thanksgiving weekend.