From a press release from Mountain Brook Vineyards:
Mountain Brook Vineyards has earned two medals for its wines at the 2016 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, considered the largest competition of American wines in the world. The Competition saw a record 7,162 entries this year from 28 states.
The event lasted four days, with a panel of 65 judges deciding from among wines from small, independent wineries to large-scale producers.
Mountain Brook Vineyards was awarded a Silver medal for its 2014 Pinot Grigio and a Bronze medal for its Cabernet Sauvignon.
Owners and operators Dennis and Miriam Lanahan first planted in 2002, selling grapes for about 10 years to Biltmore Estate’s winery in Asheville, N.C. They opened their winery and tasting room in August, 2013. Today they have seven acres planted with Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Verdot grapes. Mountain Brook takes great care in its wine-making process, including using imported French oak barrels for its aging process. Their wines have garnered numerous awards through the years.
Winter visiting hours are Friday, Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. The winery is located at 731 Phillips Dairy Road in Tryon. For more information about the wines and other special events, visit www.mbvwines.com.
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