HUNTERSVILLE FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Curated Vineyard Picnic: Design, Wine, and Southern Vistas at Shelton
Three-hour luxury picnic at Shelton Vineyards featuring curated charcuterie, an artisan lunch and premium wines, plus a guided vineyard tour—this guide outlines what to expect and how to prepare.
A Curated Vineyard Picnic: Design, Wine, and Southern Vistas at Shelton.
Set on the rolling slopes of Shelton Vineyards in Huntersville, the Picnic Experience by The Farmhouse at Shelton Vineyards pairs a guided tasting and vineyard tour with a thoughtfully appointed luxury picnic—cotton rugs, custom tables, floral arrangements and premium shade—so you can spend a relaxed half day sampling North Carolina wines, dining on curated charcuterie and artisan fare, and enjoying games and photos in the vineyard.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Curated Charcuterie and Dynamis Wine Selection
The experience centers on a curated spread: charcuterie bites, an artisan picnic lunch and selections from the Dynamis wine collection served as part of the tasting and picnic.
Luxury Picnic Setup
A full luxury picnic is provided on the vineyard grounds—cotton rugs, poufs and pillows, custom pine picnic tables, premium beach tents or umbrellas, deluxe floral arrangements and seating to create a relaxed, photogenic lounge.
Guided Tour, Tasting and Playful Extras
Beyond food and seating, the outing includes a guided vineyard tour and tasting plus games, a Polaroid camera and a Bluetooth speaker for a convivial, half‑day experience focused on wine, nature and social time.
What the day feels like
What the Afternoon Feels Like
Over approximately three hours, guests move from arrival and orientation through a guided tasting and vineyard tour, then settle into an elegant picnic setup on the grounds. The pace is deliberately unhurried: conversations between sips, shared plates, casual games and photo moments against the vineyard’s backdrop.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The experience runs approximately three hours, a planned half‑day outing.
Photo ID is required.
Guests meet at Shelton Vineyards to begin the experience.
There is a minimum booking size and the experience is for adults only; confirm group minimums and age policies with the operator when booking.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Picnic Experience?
The experience lasts approximately three hours.
Where do we meet?
The meeting location for the experience is Shelton Vineyards.
What should I bring?
Guests are required to bring a photo ID.
Is this suitable for children?
The experience has adult eligibility requirements and is intended for those 21 and older; confirm age and group policies with the operator.
Is wine included in the picnic?
Yes—tasting and wine selections from the Dynamis collection are included as part of the picnic and tasting components.
What amenities are provided at the picnic?
Luxury picnic setup is provided, including seating (tables, chairs, rugs and poufs), shade (premium beach tent or umbrella), floral arrangements, water, games, a Polaroid camera and a Bluetooth speaker.