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    We’re closing out our 2025 season with a Year End Review! As part of this tradition, we’ve brought together other digital influencers in the NorthContinue reading →
  • A Family Legacy in the Big Woods: Sanders Ridge Vineyard & Winery
    In this episode, we sit down with Neil Shore and his daughter Jennifer Hiatt from Sanders Ridge Vineyard & Winery in Boonville, NC! Neil andContinue reading →
  • Best of Cork Talk: Linville Falls Winery
    We’re featuring another Best of Cork Talk episode, this time we’re revisiting our conversation with the team at Linville Falls Winery in Newland, NC! BackContinue reading →
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    In this episode of Cork Talk, we feature JW Ray, owner of JOLO Winery & Vineyards in Pilot Mountain, NC and Rayson Winery & VineyardsContinue reading →

Joe Brock and Matt Kemberling: NC Wine Guys

Hi, we’re Joe and Matt

We’re dedicated enthusiasts exploring and promoting North Carolina Wine, Mead, and Cider. Through our travels, we visit local wineries, vineyards, and cideries, sharing their experiences and insights to elevate the state’s wine industry.

We also have a podcast called Cork Talk! It features engaging discussions with winemakers and industry professionals, offering a deeper understanding of North Carolina’s unique wine culture.


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