If you’ve never visited Castello Barone before, you might be wondering what the experience feels like. The short answer’s simple. Peaceful. Welcoming. Crafted with care. And full of the faith, family, and service values that shape everything we do here in Swan Creek. Here’s a friendly guide so you’ll feel right at home before you even turn into the driveway. A warm greeting Your visit begins with a wagging tail. Bacchus, our Vineyard Dog, takes his role very seriously. He greets every guest...

Wine styles fall into two broad families: American (New World) and European (Old World). Both are beautiful. Both have passionate fans. But they offer very different tasting experiences. If you’ve ever wondered why some wines feel bold and fruity while others feel elegant and structured, this guide’s for you. Castello Barone proudly leans toward European-influenced wines, thanks to Scott and Elizabeth’s heritage and vineyard philosophy. Let’s break down what that means. American (New World)...

Great wine begins with great land. At Castello Barone, the vineyard sits at the intersection of three powerful forces: elevation, aspect, and soil. Together, they create the signature taste guests love in our Swan Creek wines. If you’ve ever wondered why our handcrafted wines feel so elegant, balanced, or expressive, here’s the secret. It starts under your feet. The gift of elevation The foothills of Ronda offer elevation that many NC wineries dream of. Warm days ripen the grapes. Cool nights...