Gold Hill, North Carolina

Pull up a chair —
there's wine on ice
and nowhere you need to be.

Morgan Ridge Vineyards is a small, family-run tasting room nestled along St. Stephens Church Road, where the hills roll soft and the evenings linger just a little longer. Come as you are.

Rows of grapevines along a gentle hillside at golden hour
A glass of red wine on a wooden table with soft natural light
Est. Gold Hill
Exterior of a stone tasting room surrounded by trees and vineyard

Our Story

A place that feels like the good old days — only quieter.

Morgan Ridge Vineyards started as something simple: a love of quiet evenings, a love of good wine, and a stretch of land in Gold Hill that begged to be tended. What began as a handful of vines in the backyard grew into something the whole neighborhood noticed — and eventually, something we decided to share openly.

Today, we pour from our own vines and from small partners who share our patience. We host tastings on the porch when the weather agrees, and we keep a cozy room inside for the cooler months. There's no cover charge, no dress code, and no rush. If you've had a long week, we're glad you stopped by.

12 Vineyard Varietals
8 Years on the Ridge
4 Seasonal Cocktails

What We Pour

Tasting, as it should be — unhurried and honest.

House Reds

Our signature blends, aged in oak and poured with pride. Think dark cherry, soft spice, and a finish that asks for another glass.

Whites & Rosés

Crisp, bright, and made for the porch. Our whites carry notes of pear and citrus; our rosé is the kind that disappears fast on a warm afternoon.

Seasonal Cocktails

Four rotating cocktails that follow the calendar — from summer berry infusions to autumn-spiced sippers. Ask what's on tap.

By-the-Glass Flights

Three or four small pours to compare, contrast, and discover your favorite. Perfect for first-timers and regulars alike.

The Space

Two rooms, one feeling: come in and stay a while.

Our porch is the heart of Morgan Ridge — wide wooden steps, string lights in summer, and a view that stretches toward the ridge line. In cooler months, the tasting room opens with warm light, soft music, and the kind of quiet that lets you hear yourself think.

We welcome small gatherings, anniversary dinners for two, and anyone who needs a place to breathe. Dogs are welcome on the porch. We're proud to be a part of this community, and we mean it when we say we're glad you're here.

A wooden porch with wicker chairs and string lights at dusk
Cozy interior of a wine tasting room with warm lighting

Visit Us

We're easy to find. Hard to leave.

Morgan Ridge Vineyards
830 St Stephens Church Rd
Gold Hill, NC 28071-9414

(170) 498-4869

Hours

  • Thursday – Friday4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  • Monday – WednesdayClosed

Hours may vary seasonally — call ahead if you're traveling from out of town.

830 St Stephens Church Rd
Gold Hill, NC 28071

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Get in Touch

Have a question, a question about a question, or just want to say hello?

We read every message and reply within a day or two. For immediate needs, give us a ring — we're usually on the porch.

Is this your business? This is my business