gateway to the YADKIN VALLEY PHOTOS (TOP): COURTESY OF RAFFALDINI VINEYARDS, JAY SINCLAIR Explore the state's largest wine region. BEYOND MUSCADINE Above: Raffaldini Vineyards specializes in Italian-style wines. Clockwise from left: Vintner Steve Shepard oversees production at RayLen Vineyards and Winery; grapes hang on a vine before becoming red wine; bottles of Misty Creek wine showcase the region's characteristic styles. Area blends range from bold and complex to light and refreshing, and are usually dry rather than sweet. VisitWinstonSalem.com 47