Carter Family Wines, founded in 2018 by Jon-Michial Carter and Catherine Carter, sources fruit from Napa, Sonoma, Paso Robles, and Oregon, then makes the wines in Greenville, South Carolina. The program spans Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Tannat, Malbec, Merlot, and Grenache Noir, moving through blends like the Black Label Red Blend, the Dum Spiro Spero Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah Red Blend, and the Lords Reserve Tannat and Cabernet Sauvignon Red Blend, alongside single varietals such as Folly Reserve Tannat and Medusa Merlot. The house works with growers on sustainable and ethical farming practices. Tastings are by membership and invitation only.
No — Carter Family Wines does not operate a public tasting room. It's a production-only or by-allocation label, so its wines are found through retail, restaurants, or a mailing list rather than an on-site visit.
Carter Family Wines focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Tannat, Malbec, Merlot, and more. Signature bottles include Black Label Red Blend, Dum Spiro Spero Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon + Petite Sirah Red Blend, The Lords Reserve Tannat + Cabernet Sauvignon Red Blend, Sassafras Reserve Malbec Red Blend, Folly Reserve Tannat, Medusa Merlot, Jasmine Rhone Style White Blend, Rosé Grenache Noir. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Carter Family Wines is in Greenville, South Carolina. Phone: +1 864-775-2024. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Carter Family Wines was established in 2018, giving the estate 8 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Carter Family Wines is led by Jon-Michial Carter, Catherine Carter. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Carter Family Wines offers: Member Tastings and Private Member Dinners. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Location
400 Birnie St Ste D & K Greenville, South Carolina, United States of America