Chatham County, NC · ~45 min from Raleigh
Winery Near Raleigh, NC
FireClay Cellars — Estate Winery & Vineyard
Easy Drive from the Triangle
A Vineyard Escape Just Outside the City
FireClay Cellars is a popular winery day trip from Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Durham, and Chapel Hill — located less than an hour from the Triangle in the scenic rolling hills of Chatham County.
- Raleigh~45 min
- Cary~45 min
- Apex~35 min
- Durham~45 min
- Chapel Hill~30 min
- Pittsboro~15 min
🏆 2025 Best of Chatham Winner
Wine, Beer & Spirits Shop
Visitors looking for wineries near Raleigh often discover FireClay Cellars — a peaceful estate winery located in the rolling red clay hills of Chatham County, just about 45 minutes from downtown Raleigh. Our vineyard produces small-batch wines crafted from grapes grown right here on the estate.
FireClay Cellars is a popular winery day trip from Raleigh, offering a relaxed escape from the city with vineyard views, wine tastings, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you're planning a weekend outing, a date night, or a group visit, our tasting room and covered deck are the perfect destination just outside the Triangle.
We're proud to be voted a 2025 Best of Chatham Winner in the Wine, Beer & Spirits Shop category — a recognition from the Chatham County community we call home.
Wine Tasting Near Raleigh
Our tasting room is open Friday & Saturday 11am–5pm and Sunday 12pm–5pm. Enjoy flights of estate-grown wines, sip by the glass on our vineyard deck, or pick up a bottle to take home. No reservation required for tastings — just stop in and enjoy.
Getting Here from Raleigh
From Raleigh, take US-64 West toward Siler City. FireClay Cellars is located at 1276 Bowers Store Road, Siler City, NC 27344 — approximately 45 minutes from downtown Raleigh and easily accessible from the Beltline via US-64.