Frequently Asked Questions
Our private Shelton Luxury Picnic Experience offers a personalized experience designed specifically for you and your guests. We take into account your interests, wine preferences, and requests to create a unique itinerary and picnic setting. With our expertise and partnership with Shelton Vineyards, we can fulfill any special requests you may have, ensuring that your day out is perfect in every way. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, which sets us apart and makes your experience exceptional.
All of our experiences are private and require a minimum of 2 people.
Two people experiences will require to pay a premium.
Do you have a large group? Please contact us directly as we will work with you to include everyone!
3 hours
11am or 2:30pm.
Our Grape Experience host and a Shelton's Wine Ambassador will be waiting for you at the entrance of Shelton Vineyards main building.
Shelton Vineyards
286 Cabernet Ln
Dobson, NC 27017
We provide 1 bottle for 2 -3 people, 2 bottles for 4-6 people, 3 bottles for 7-10 people. If your group is larger please contact us and we will provide you more information.
from Charlotte: 80 minutes
from Lake Norman: 60 minutes
from Winston Salem: 30-45 minutes
from Greensboro: 30-45 minutes
Our menu is;
- Charcuterie and cheese with accoutrements, baguette, and artisan crackers.
- Cheese, spreads, and fruit with accoutrements, baguette, and artisan crackers
- For our vegetarian guests, enjoy a variety of vegetarian delights, including hummus with red pepper tapenade, white bean and rosemary spread, pimento cheese, crostini, pickled vegetables, and crackers.
- Poulet Rouge Chicken with lemon herb roast, rosemary potatoes, grilled zucchini, artichoke, and tea-sized country ham biscuits.
- A Southern Salad featuring Vineyard chicken salad, Farm egg salad, Mediterranean pasta salad, fruits, crostini, and mini croissants.
Need a customized menu? Please contact us, we will be happy to curate the right picnic menu for your group
Absolutely, we encourage you to do that! Shelton's wine is simply delicious!
That is weather-dependent as our picnic experiences run year-round. Our recommendations are:
- Comfortable shoes or sneakers and fresh clothing during Spring and Summer.
- Layers and boots during the winter months
- Luxury Picnic set up on the grounds of this beautiful vineyard
- Cotton rugs, poufs, pillows and throws
- Custom made pine picnic tables
- Premium beach umbrella
- Deluxe floral arrangements
- Bamboo folding chairs or beach cabana chairs
- Curated charcuterie bites with a selection of the Shelton's wine collection
- Artisan picnic lunch with a selection of the Shelton's wine collection
- Vineyard Tour and Tasting
- Fresh fruit
- Water
- Games
- Polaroid Camera
- Bluetooth speaker
- A magical experience combining fun, selfies, food, nature and wine!
We always proceed with our tours unless there is an immediate threat posed by adverse weather conditions. If it rains, we furnish our guests with umbrellas and arrange for a cozy indoor venue to enjoy your luxury experience at Dynamis. We will make sure you have a pleasant experience regardless of the weather.
- If you cancel 14 days prior to your experience: 100% full refund.
- If you cancel less than 14 days and up to 72 hours prior to your experience: no refund, however we will be happy to reschedule your experience based on availability.
- If you cancel less than 72 hours prior to your experience: no refund.
NOTE: A minimum of 2 participants is required for your picnic . If only 1 person is booked for the picnic, The Grape Experience will contact the client to reschedule or refund the total amount.
Booking and Cancellation Policies
- If you cancel 14 days prior to your experience: 100% full refund.
- If you cancel less than 14 days and up to 72 hours prior to your experience: no refund, however we will be happy to reschedule your experience based on availability.
- If you cancel less than 72 hours prior to your experience: no refund.
NOTE: A minimum of 2 participants is required for your picnic . If only 1 person is booked for the picnic, The Grape Experience will contact the client to reschedule or refund the total amount.