Cypress Bend Vineyards, Winery, & Events Center

About Cypress Bend Vineyards

Introduction

We proudly present a unique opportunity to acquire an established, award-winning vineyard, winery, and special events center in the beautiful eastern Piedmont coastal plain of North Carolina. Cypress Bend Vineyards (CBV) is situated on a 15.9-acre parcel carved from a historic 1,000-acre agricultural estate known as “Riverton.” Nestled near a picturesque bend of the Lumber River where native cypress trees abound, the property’s stunning natural landscape provided the inspiration for its name.

While perfectly sited in an idyllic, laid-back country setting, Cypress Bend remains highly accessible to several vibrant, growing urban centers: Laurinburg (10 mi.), Pinehurst (29 mi.), Fort Bragg (34 mi.), Fayetteville (35 mi.), and Lumberton (35 mi.). This strategic location bolsters robust tasting room attendance and supports  the special events aspect of the business.  As the #1 tourist attraction in Scotland County, Cypress Bend consistently earns glowing reviews across Facebook, TripAdvisor, Yelp, and Google.

The Land and Site:

The land is exceptionally well-suited to the cultivation of North Carolina’s native grape, providing optimal conditions for the growth, texture, and signature characteristics of the Muscadine varietal. The tract consists of 15.973± acres (per deed) and features RA (Residential Agricultural) zoning. Basically triangular in shape, and relatively level, the property dedicates 10± acres to lush vineyards. The remaining acreage accommodates the comprehensive winery complex, which includes the tasting room, a large interior events room, the production winery, offices, and a massive all-season, tent-covered patio. The site also boasts excellent access and prominent road frontage on Riverton Road.

The Vineyard and the Wines:

The picturesque, meticulously tended vineyard utilizes a high-wire trellis system perfectly tailored to Muscadine grape varietals. Within the 10-acre vineyard, some of the finest Muscadine cultivars are thriving: 4 acres of Magnolia, 4.5 acres of Carlos, and 0.5 acres of Noble, alongside a small section of mixed varietals. The local terroir allows the Muscadine to reach its highest potential, a fact highly evident in the tasting room, where guests enjoy some of the most refined, subtle, and satisfying expressions of the grape available anywhere.

Cypress Bend Vineyards is renowned for elevating the Muscadine grape to sophisticated new flavor profiles across its 16 table wines. Expertly crafted and impeccably balanced, these wines span the spectrum from dry and semi-dry to semi-sweet and sweet. To cater to all palates, CBV also offers popular vinifera wines—such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec—vinted on-site using premium grapes sourced from other quality vineyards. A new owner could easily expand these vinifera offerings by increasing external sourcing.

Current vineyard production averages 60 tons from this 10-acre site. An additional 100 to 150+ tons are readily available via a long-term operating lease on an adjacent 25-acre Muscadine vineyard, which is currently utilized in CBV’s production. Annual wine production currently sits at approximately 7,000 cases but could easily be maximized to 10,000 cases utilizing the existing on-site equipment.

Cypress Bend Winery is a highly decorated establishment, having won hundreds of accolades over the years. These include Best in Show, Best in Class, Double Gold, Gold, seven-time winner of the North Carolina Muscadine Cup, and the prestigious American Wine Society award for Best Muscadine in the United States (for their “Catherine” vintage).

The Health Benefits of the Muscadine Grape

Beyond their exceptional taste, Muscadine grapes have achieved “superfruit” status in the global health and wellness markets. Uniquely possessing an extra chromosome compared to other vitis vinifera grapes, Muscadines produce extraordinary levels of antioxidants and phytonutrients to protect themselves in humid climates—compounds that are highly beneficial to humans. 

Recent clinical and nutritional studies have highlighted the Muscadine grape’s superior health profile, noting:

• • Unmatched Antioxidant Power: Muscadines contain up to 40 times the antioxidant levels of standard red grapes, neutralizing free radicals and significantly reducing cellular oxidative stress.
  • Ellagic Acid: Unlike most other wine grapes, Muscadines synthesize ellagic acid, a powerful polyphenol currently being heavily researched for its anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and metabolic health-promoting properties.
  • Cardiovascular & Anti-Aging Support: Rich in resveratrol and quercetin, Muscadine wines and grape extracts are heavily linked to improved cardiovascular health, enhanced gut microbiome diversity, and promoted longevity. This growing scientific consensus not only drives wine sales among health-conscious consumers but also opens lucrative avenues for nutraceutical applications, extracts, and wellness-focused product lines.

The Winery, Tasting Room, Retail Area, Special Events Room, and the Special Events Tent:

Approaching from the main roadway, the architecturally designed, stucco-exterior winery perfectly complements its exceptionally landscaped surroundings. The covered front entry, featuring tall double wooden doors with wrought iron fittings, evokes a timeless, old-world wine-country ambiance. Inside the tasting room, a 20-foot vaulted ceiling, custom built-in cabinetry, and superior finishes invite guests to relax and immerse themselves in an upscale yet casual wine-tasting experience.

The winery complex houses the spacious tasting room, an adjacent retail space, a large events/bistro room, three spacious offices, a lab area, three restrooms, and a massive production/tank room with climate-controlled storage. The luxurious fitments and architecturally superior design features elevate the customer experience far beyond a standard tasting.

The original section of the building, completed between 2005 and 2007, contains 5,620 sq. ft. of heated and cooled space. The original architect wisely incorporated structural elements for easy expansion, a vision brought to life in late 2021. This most recent expansion added 5,975 sq. ft. of heated/cooled space, along with an expanded exterior crush pad and utility area. The new structure seamlessly integrates with the original building and provides direct access to the special events tent and patio.

The exterior boasts a side veranda patio and a premium aluminum-framed, heated event tent (4,125 sq. ft.). Featuring sliding sidewalls and a completely open, pole-free interior over a 40×100 finished concrete floor, this space is an event-hosting powerhouse. 

The patio and tent areas are highly sought after for private events and weddings. They are also the home of Cypress Bend’s wildly popular “Jazzy Fridays,” where hundreds of guests gather regularly for live music, fine wine, and light fare. Opposite the winery, a scenic pond, pergola, and grotto offer the perfect backdrop for wedding ceremonies, photography, and relaxing strolls. An additional 2 acres adjacent to the winery are available for lease to accommodate overflow parking.

Note: Nearly all vineyard, winery, tasting room, and event space furnishings, fixtures, and equipment will convey with the sale (extensive equipment lists available upon request). An established wine club and active wholesale distributor agreements are already in place, providing immediate turnkey revenue for the new owner.

In Summary:

Cypress Bend Vineyards and Winery represents the finest in planning, vineyard management, wine-making, special events, and business execution, and it shows in the overall excellent guest experience and positive earnings results.  Those seeking a turn-key, successful vineyard and winery enterprise which is well-positioned for future growth, must see, experience and consider this unique opportunity.

The entire vineyard and winery staff is well-trained, dedicated and mature.  It is highly likely that the entire staff would be willing to remain with new owners.  Moreover, the highly knowledgeable and experienced current owners would be available for a reasonable time period on a consulting basis to ensure a smooth and orderly operating/ownership transition.

And, for those also seeking to build a new estate residence and live the vineyard life-style near-by, there may also be the possibility to acquire approximately 25 acres immediately across Riverton Road from Cypress Bend.  Also, Cypress Bend is located within very reasonable driving distances of several luxury residential developments with lots and homes generally available.

Learn more about Muscadine Wine at winemag.com- As Tastes and the Climate Change, Muscadine Wine ‘Deserves Respect’

Asking Price:  $2.8 Million (Exclusive of Wine Inventory)

Please contact Tyler Williams with Virginia Estates, Inc. for more information and showings:

Tyler Williams, SVP, Business Broker, & REALTOR®
VIRGINIA ESTATES, Inc.                                         
Cell: 703-850-4914  Email: ptylerwilliams@gmail.com

Licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Licensed in NC as Limited Nonresident Commercial Real Estate Broker
Vineyards-Wineries, Event Venues, B&Bs, & Country Estates Specialist 

 

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