parker-binns vineyard

This is a nice winery close to SC. The view is good and the atmosphere is laid back. Take some time and talk with the owners.

Once you drive down the crepe myrtle lined driveway and park your car, you will be greeted by the official Parker-Binns Winery greeter - Lulu the dog. Lulu was rescued by winery owners Bob and Karen. In fact, a portion of the sales of the "Loco Lulu " wine goes back to the very rescue organization which saved Lulu. Enter the tasting room or hang out on the covered patio and enjoy the views of this beautiful property. Bob and Karen will be your gracious hosts as they explain their wines and how they came to be. Their daughter, Kelly, and son-in-law, Steve, will be on hand too. They are super friendly and can be found serving their delicious free pizza on Sunday afternoons right out of their wood-fired pizza ovens. We often bring our own picnic to enjoy with our favorite Parker-Binns wine, Pea Ridge.The property is beautiful and is home to various farm animals-- llamas, donkeys, chickens, and Lulu, of course! We enjoy this gem in the heart of western North Carolina. Be sure to visit whenever you plan to be in the area! Pet Lulu for us!

great winery and better people!! We enjoyed this place very much, very nice place and great wine. Even enjoyed the mini farm

There are several lovely wineries in the Columbus-Tryon area, and this one has one of the most tranquil settings with plenty of outdoor seating - including rocking chairs! - overlooking the vineyard. It also has, in my opinion, the best wines in the area. The folks are gregarious and generous, and the atmosphere is a pleasant reprieve from the busy workaday world. If you are in the area, get away here for a tasting or a glass on the patio.

We always have a great time when we visit this vineyard. Beautiful gardens! Friendly dog and hilarious owners. A nice variety of wines. The owner is so busy telling stories and interacting with people that the tasting doesn't go very quickly so keep that in mind if you're in a hurry! They always take photos of their guests and post them on Facebook :)

We spent time with the owners for a wine tasting and pizza party. They are fantastic as was their place, beautiful countryside. Pizza was fresh from the wood buring oven, wine was enjoyed by all.

My husband and I were on the Polk County Farm tour, and this winery was one of our stops. What a wonderful surprise. The owners were exceptionally friendly, along with the atmosphere and settings. We enjoyed the tasting so much, that we purchased their excellent wines. A group played music outside under the gazebo, which was in the beautiful flower garden. We will definitely take our frequent visitors to this vineyard, to also enjoy the beauty, friendliness, music and wines.

This boutique winery is a great place to come sip a little wine, visit with the owners and meet new friends. If you come on Sunday, you get to sample the pizza from the wood-fired oven that the owners make.You can also feed the donkeys, goats and other farm animals while you are here. Oh yes and the wines are very nice!

My friend and I took a weekend away from husbands and kids and visited Lake Lure. Our cabin host Kerri highly recommended we go to Parker-Binns and we could not thank her more. That made our trip. Not only is the wine AMAZING; but the owners are just delightful. The tasting is an experience and one that every wine connoisseur should take part in. Their selection is pleasing for every pallet. The vineyard is enchanting. You must see this place. The blackberry wine will blow your mind!

We had a great time at this winery recently. Loved sitting on the covered patio listening to live music and drinking the local wines. The owners, Bob and Karen, are great hosts and make sure you're having a good time. They sell wine, some local goat cheese, sausage and crackers - so bring your own sodas, and picnic basket if you'll be staying awhile. Cups of water are available, but we would have like to have bottled available since it was a warm day. They recently enhanced the garden area adding a covered band area, stone fencing and arches. Very nice.The grounds are beautiful and rival some of those we've visited in Sonoma. Very quaint setting with a really nice view. Definitely recommend this for a visit. Can't wait to go back.

We had so much fun at Parker-Binns! The owners are wonderful, welcoming and so much fun to talk to. Our sons had a great time with their dog, Lulu and the views can't be beat. Their wine is wonderful and crafted from the heart. Try the Blackberry it is SO good!

We visited the Parker-Binns Vineyard as part of a wine tour. The owners are just wonderful. Both are so welcoming and interesting. They opened the vineyard as a retirement project, and it has really progressed. In the past, they have owned a bar on the Jersey shore, sold trees in Florida, were fisherman, and they have great stories to share. Although they are just beginning their business, you can tell that they really are the type to succeed because they love what they do. The wine selection was nice, and the wines were more on the dry-side, which I prefer. Their Chardonnay and Rasberry wine were my favorite. They have beautiful grounds, so I suggest bringing food with you and staying a while.

My wife and I never knew of this vineyard until we received a recommendation from Butterfly Creek Inn. What a great surprise!! The owners were wonderful and instantly made you feel as you were part of their family. The locations and views are incredible. You can enjoy a tasting of their wines in the Tasting Room on the outdoor patio or on the raised deck with some stunning views of the mountains, valleys and the property.I've never been much of a fan of sweet wines such as Blackberry or Muscadine, but I found myself enjoying their vintage. Make sure you try the Cab - definitely one of our favorites!

My wife and I were touring the SC/NC foothills and made our way to Parker-Binns. This vineyard is run by a fantastic couple (assisted by their dog Lulu), and we had a great time trying their wines and talking to them and other couples who had stopped in. All of the wines were very good, but our favorite was Loco Lulu. This vineyard is located in a developing wine area, is only a few minutes from I-26, and is well worth the trip.

The atmosphere created by the owners of this vineyard is so pleasant and felt the moment you walk in the door. With a welcoming smile and fun stories one truly embraces the beaut of this vineyard. Take a walk outside and go upstairs to enjoy the view as well. My favorite wine was the one named after their dog Lulu and the good thing about purchasing a bottle of Lulu's wine is that she gives back. An amazing visit filled with good wine, people, laughs, and a beautiful relaxing view. I definitely plan on returning, especially when the wood fire oven and smoker are put to use :)