04 August . 2025
Deep Water Vineyard or Fly to Napa – Your Wine Adventure Awaits
At Nexton, we love good wine just as much as we love a great adventure. Lucky for us, exceptional wine experiences - both local vineyards and world-famous wine regions - are well within reach. Whether you prefer a relaxing day trip or a grand wine-country getaway, we've got you covered.
Sip Local: Deep Water Vineyard
If your ideal wine experience involves cornhole, live music, buzzing beehives, friendly roaming chickens, and a miniature Brahma bull named Ida Claire, we’ve got your spot. Welcome to Deep Water Vineyard, a hidden gem tucked away on the lush Wadmalaw Island, just about an hour's drive south of Nexton down scenic roads.
Formerly known as Irvin House Vineyard, Deep Water is Charleston’s only domestic winery, situated on 48 picturesque acres shaded by majestic live oaks. Stroll the vineyard grounds, savor locally crafted wines, or join a guided tour and tasting session. It’s the perfect casual outing to unwind and enjoy a true Lowcountry wine experience.
Deep Water Vineyard
6775 Bears Bluff Rd, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
Open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
deepwatervineyard.com
Or Go the Distance: Napa, Sonoma, or Oregon’s Willamette Valley
Feeling more ambitious? Thanks to Nexton's convenient proximity to Charleston International Airport - just a quick 20-minute drive away - you can easily hop on a plane for a wine-filled weekend (or longer!) to America’s iconic wine regions.
- Napa Valley & Sonoma County, California
When it comes to wine, Napa Valley and Sonoma County need no introduction. These legendary wine regions offer everything from boutique vineyards to grand estates, with hundreds of tasting rooms, acclaimed restaurants, and charming inns. Flights from Charleston (CHS) to San Francisco (SFO) - the gateway to California wine country - are frequent and affordable, making it easier than ever to turn your wine-country dreams into reality. - Willamette Valley, Oregon
Looking for something equally amazing but uniquely different? Fly into Portland (PDX) and explore Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Renowned for its world-class Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley offers artisanal tasting rooms, charming small towns, farm-to-table dining, and beautiful green landscapes that provide a memorable backdrop for your wine-tasting adventures. - Why Not Both?
Whether it’s a laid-back local day trip to Deep Water Vineyard or an exciting expedition to the vineyards of California or Oregon, Nexton residents enjoy the best of both worlds. After all, having Charleston International Airport practically at your doorstep means wine-country adventures are always just a short flight away.
Ready to start planning your next wine-inspired adventure? Cheers to unforgettable memories - near or far!