I know you said in North Carolina but just to throw it out there, If you happen to go south on I-85 into GA...(only about 4 hours)

Chateau Elan has some very nice wines (their muscadine is awesome!)

http://www.chateauelan.com/epicurean/winery/

If you still have room after teh tour, Paddy's Irish Pub is on teh grounds as well and they have some excellent Buffalo Wings in Guinness Green Sauce