In keeping with my string of world's largest, Duplin Winery, in Rose Hill, NC, is the World's…read morebest-selling muscadine winery and the oldest winery in North Carolina. It opened back in 1972 and has been family-owned for three generations. Their wines are typically made from muscadine and scuppernong grapes. I learned that they also carry Mothervine Wine, which comes from clippings of the 400-year-old vine in Roanoke Island. Duplin Winery was allowed to take clippings from this Mother Vine and established a new vineyard. Legend suggests the vine may have been planted by Croatan Native Americans or settlers of the Lost Colony. Scuppernong grapes are a white muscadine variety that is North Carolina's official state fruit. Duplin Winery is also known as the winery of the South. There is a large parking lot. The building's exterior looks rustic. Inside, you will be greeted when you enter the door. Remember to get your basket or cart, as it is difficult to carry items without one. The first room has the wines and food products. They had a section for sampling the dips, salsas, crackers and other items. The other room has the wine tasting and gift shop. Then, beyond that, there is the Bistro. I was delighted to find non-alcoholic wines. They offered Muscadine cider, Scuppernong (white), and Muscadine (red). I left with all three. While I didn't get to try the specific Mothervine wine, I did get to try the Alcohol-Free Scuppernong at the Bistro, which features the same historic state fruit variety that made the Mother Vine famous! The gift shop has items to find those perfect gifts or just something for yourself. From the rustic charm to the friendly greeting at the door, Duplin Winery truly lives up to its reputation as the 'Winery of the South.' It's a great stop for the history, the gifts, and the delicious sweet treats.

Excellent customer service knowledgeable about all the wines. Amy our class director for the wine…read moretasting is amazing and super sweet. Please do not leave with checking out the Bistro. You will not be disappointed.

The best wine. The only wine I will. drink. We love silvercoast wineryand it's become like family…read moreand our hangout. Wonderful environment and the staff is great. Dana the wine maker makes all the wines and they are delicious and smooth especially the calabash white which is my favorite. A nice variety. Beautiful grounds and they have live music every Sunday. It's the perfect place to have your wedding very beautiful. I definitely recommend you do a wine tasting and you definitely will love it. Great atmosphere too.

Love this winery! We line dance there some Wednesdays, have been to book signings there, and…read moreparties. So comfortable, and friendly!

First time here and definitely won't be my last. Everyone is so friendly. Wine is great! Nice gift…read moreshop. Beautiful property!

Writing The wine wasn't the worst part of the…read moreexperience--the owners were. From the moment we walked in, they came across as cold, arrogant, and completely uninterested in the people keeping their business open. No smile, no welcome, no warmth. Instead, the atmosphere felt tense, as if customers were an inconvenience rather than guests. Ironically, most of the staff were genuinely pleasant and friendly. Unfortunately, that wasn't true of the family member working there, whose attitude was just as hostile. It seems the culture starts at the top, and it shows. The saddest part is that this area is full of wonderful wineries where you're treated like you're appreciated. Those owners are welcoming, personable, and grateful for your business. There's simply no reason to spend your time or money at a place where you're made to feel unwelcome. Great hospitality costs nothing. Sadly, it's something this winery seems unwilling to provide. We won't be back, and I'd encourage others to support the many nearby wineries that understand customer service and know how to make visitors feel welcome.

Great source of wines and knowledge. This is the place I go to when I am looking for a specific…read morewine varietal or wine region.

What a great store with really great people. I was able to find wines I love and new ones to try…read more I'm looking forward to spending more time and doing tastings and all things wine. Thanks Cammie!

I'm headed back to NC on orders, and this place is one of the reasons I am looking forward to…read morereturning. I discovered this gem last time I was stationed here and it was consistently the best place I went to for wine. They always made my daughter and dog feel very welcome whenever I brought them along. And the wine is unlike anything I've tasted. I've toured wineries in Temecula and this is the only place where I'll easily come home with a case of wine. The gift baskets are amazing too. I watched it grow and expand over the course of three years and the quality of service remained amazing. I am happy to see the winery survived COVID-19 where many small businesses went under. Very excited to come back to this place and its employees!

My Mr and his mom wanted to take me to a winery. They mentioned Huffman's and couldn't wait to go…read morebecause of the great reviews on yelp and google. Went on a Wednesday afternoon and it wasn't packed but they had quite a few customers. We called beforehand on the facility being dog friendly and they are! Bonus!! We were greeted right away. The owner was knowledgeable, down to earth and took the time to explain each wine tasting. For $10.00 you get to choose 10 wine tastings from the dry, semi sweet, and sweet section. We chose mainly drys and 3 from the semi sweets. Our tasting: -Porch Time (Viognier) -Sunny Days (Seyval Blanc) -Southern Exposure (Riesling) -Sauvignon Blanc -Fire Side Red (Blend of Norton, Syrah, Malbec) -Legacy Red (Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot) -Legacy Blend (Cabernet Franc & Merlot) -Carolina Sunshine (Green Apple Riesling) -Summer Nights (Blueberry Pinot Noir Blend) -Miley Creek Red (Best served room temperature for semi sweets- wine using cocoa nibs) My fave was the Legacy Red and the Sunny Days that I had to bring home two bottles. Plus I purchases the Summer Nights for our neighbors as a gift. All at a reasonable price! If you are not a wine drinker and just tagging along, they do serve beer (not on tap). Mainly domestic bottles. They also sell local cheese and crackers. Connected to the winery is a gift shop full of cute decor, T-shirts and gift ideas. I really loved the patio and the screen porched area where you can enjoy your wines. Landscape is gorgeous that you can see the vineyards from where you are sitting. The inside is spacious and has a laid back feel. On weekends they have events with food trucks so check the schedule. 10% on half case of wines 20% for a case They do ship to most states. What a wonderful experience! I highly recommend you check out this place. You will not be disappointed. Hopefully we will back again next year when we visit My Mr's parents again.

This place has the most incredibly wonderful wine from dry to ports and everything in between…read more Family owned and operated, beautiful people. We've been to dozens of vineyards and winery's along VA wine trail and this is easily by far some of the finest wine we've had of all the varietals. Even types I don't normally care for were incredible here. Couldn't find one type we didn't like. They make it right there on premises. The owner was there making the wine and our tasting host was the son. We did three tastings of 19 wines plus a few extras and were more than impressed. If your looking for an attraction or things to do near Wilmington, I highly recommend this winery to visit!!

I took way too long to write this review and this place is amazing! I took my wife here for her…read morebirthday and it couldn't have been better. Not only is the wine great, but Noni Bacca is the best host that you could ever ask for. She is so kind and welcoming, it was like hanging out with someone we had known for years. Thank you, Noni Bacca for helping make my wife's birthday so special. We will be back.

Love this place! We went for my friends birthday and they had a table set up for us with different…read moretypes of cheese, crackers, and grapes. The people who own it are so sweet and really know what they're talking about. Their wine was exceptional and their property was beautiful. Affordable prices as well!

Super cute spot on the dock. Decent selection of wines and draft beer. The bartender was really…read moresweet. 10/10 Place has a sweet vibe.

Ice cream, coffee and treats how can you go wrong I had…read morelemon sorbet and my puppy had vanilla