About Our Estate
Where the foothills begin to ripple towards the Blue Ridge Mountains sits Veronét Vineyards & Winery. Only 30 minutes west of the hustle & bustle of uptown Charlotte, NC you will find our winery and acres of vineyard. Nestled on a quiet drive, our property welcomes you with beautiful pines and a long winding road. At the top of that road sits our winery, located at the highest point of the entire estate, where cooling breezes and a panoramic view of Crowders Mountain & The Pinnacle await you.
Our 70-acre estate includes six acres of vineyards, countless towering pines, and two meandering streams. Family-owned, sustainably-farmed, and passionately tended to by a team proud to be stewards of this remarkable property, each wine bearing the Veronét name is chosen, blended, and aged with the utmost care and passion.
Our 70-acre estate includes six acres of vineyards, countless towering pines, and two meandering streams. Family-owned, sustainably-farmed, and passionately tended to by a team proud to be stewards of this remarkable property, each wine bearing the Veronét name is chosen, blended, and aged with the utmost care and passion.
Our Vineyards |
We currently have 7 acres of land under vine, with plans to expand that number to just shy of 10 acres over the next several years. Our vineyards are hand planted on well-drained soils, made up of tatum gravelly loam and Carolina clay; the gentle slopes and full sunshine on our 70-acre estate allow for a variety of different types of grapes to grow abundantly. Cool mornings and refreshing breezes contribute to our wonderful terroir, making the estate a perfect home for our vines.
Currently planted acres of grapes include Cabernet Franc, Chambourcin, Traminette, Merlot, Syrah, and Grüner Veltliner. Additionally, we host a half acre test bed vineyard with rotating varietals that we can study and evaluate for future plantings. Our test bed area allows us to rotate plants and trial new farming techniques that we can apply to the vineyard as a whole; it is an integral part of our long term sustainability strategy.
We take a sustainable approach to our vineyard, limiting the use of herbicides and pesticides and using instead methods that are more environmentally friendly such as clay protectants and integrated pest management with cover crops, manual weed management, organic compost, and beneficial insects to combat nature's grape & vine enemies (like Sharpshooters and caterpillars). You may see a few more weeds and life in our vineyard compared to others, but we feel that is a small price to pay to not have high levels of non-sustainable elements in our soil.
The vineyard serves as the perfect frame for our dazzling views of Crowders Mountain and The Pinnacle. We hope you will make time to visit and admire the view among our beautiful Cabernet Franc, Chambourcin, Traminette, Merlot, Syrah, and Grüner Veltliner vines.
Currently planted acres of grapes include Cabernet Franc, Chambourcin, Traminette, Merlot, Syrah, and Grüner Veltliner. Additionally, we host a half acre test bed vineyard with rotating varietals that we can study and evaluate for future plantings. Our test bed area allows us to rotate plants and trial new farming techniques that we can apply to the vineyard as a whole; it is an integral part of our long term sustainability strategy.
We take a sustainable approach to our vineyard, limiting the use of herbicides and pesticides and using instead methods that are more environmentally friendly such as clay protectants and integrated pest management with cover crops, manual weed management, organic compost, and beneficial insects to combat nature's grape & vine enemies (like Sharpshooters and caterpillars). You may see a few more weeds and life in our vineyard compared to others, but we feel that is a small price to pay to not have high levels of non-sustainable elements in our soil.
The vineyard serves as the perfect frame for our dazzling views of Crowders Mountain and The Pinnacle. We hope you will make time to visit and admire the view among our beautiful Cabernet Franc, Chambourcin, Traminette, Merlot, Syrah, and Grüner Veltliner vines.
Our Vineyard receives a significant amount of South-Westerly wind atop our vineyard hill, helping to keep the vines cool during the hot summer days of the Carolinas.
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Young grape clusters dot our vineyard in June.
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Can you guess how many vines are found in our vineyards?
Why North Carolina
For over two decades, our family has lived and loved in North Carolina. How can we describe our beautiful state? Beaches on one coast and mountains on the other, charming people, and the simple pleasures of life define North Carolina. When an old pine tree farm became available, we knew that we wanted to have our own piece of rustic North Carolina to escape to. As we looked out toward the mountains and dreamed about the future, we couldn't shake the feeling that this land was meant to become a wonderful vineyard.
That feeling led us to embark on a whirlwind of research and discussion with viticulturists, farm cooperatives, and local soil experts who helped us ensure that our estate would be the ideal home for grape vines. Nearly two years of hard work turned this pine tree farm into an escape that we love to share with you. We hope our beautiful vines and stunning views take your breath away and remind you to slow down a bit, laugh a little more often, and make memories with those you love - just the way it did for us.
That feeling led us to embark on a whirlwind of research and discussion with viticulturists, farm cooperatives, and local soil experts who helped us ensure that our estate would be the ideal home for grape vines. Nearly two years of hard work turned this pine tree farm into an escape that we love to share with you. We hope our beautiful vines and stunning views take your breath away and remind you to slow down a bit, laugh a little more often, and make memories with those you love - just the way it did for us.
Our Team
Monique Sullivan Managing Partner Ms. Sullivan brings over 15 years of experience as an entrepreneur specializing in strategic development and marketing, and holds an MBA from HULT University in London. She has a passion for viticulture & enology, and loves sharing her wine knowledge as a sommelier. She is Level 3 Wine Certified, with distinction, from the WSET program. |
Monica Bew Partner Ms. Bew is a strong supporter and partner of our Winery. A native of Peru, she came to North Carolina and started a successful business in language translation over 20 years ago. With professional success came the desire for a more creative and personal venture, which paired with her love of wines, led her to join us. |
David Wakefield Estate operations Mr. Wakefield is a finance and technology professional with over 7 years of development, operations and management experience. He holds a Bachelor's of Science in Business from the University of Florida. Talented in analytical and creative thinking; David is an enthusiastic and valued member of our Leadership team. |
Mallory Melton-Arrowood TASTING ROOM MANAGER Ms. Melton-Arrowood is a North Carolina native with a passion for wine. As a professional with years of management experience, she works to ensure a strong support system for our team and curate an amazing experience for guests. |
Raul Espinoza VINEYARD MANAGER Mr. Espinoza is a seasoned viticulture professional with over 20 years of experience working in vineyards throughout the United States. He believes in minimal intervention, with a focus on plant health. He considers every vine a member of his family that requires care and careful attention to ensure long term success and beautiful fruit. |
Staff Wine Certifications
Monique Sullivan WSET Level 3 - distinction CMS Level 1 - sommelier |
Mallory Melton-Arrowood WSET LEVEL 3 - MERIT AMERICAN WINE EXPERT |