In this episode of Wine Fringe, the crew sits down with Chad and Crista, owners of Golden Road Vineyards, to discuss their journey from careers supporting the federal government in the Northern Virginia/DC metro area to building a winery in Surry County, North Carolina.

While continuing their professional careers, Chad and Crista set out to create a winery that reflects their personalities instead of following traditional industry expectations. The result is Golden Road Vineyards, a welcoming destination where great wine, creativity, and a healthy dose of fun come together to create an experience guests remember long after their visit.

Throughout the conversation, we explore their unconventional approach to wine marketing, how authenticity has helped them build a loyal following, and why leaning into their interests and nerdy personal ...