Nick Branscome Live and Ruffin Redneck BBQ
October 18 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Nick Branscome Live and Ruffin Redneck BBQ are coming to Gioia dell’Amore Cellars in Mayodan, NC, on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Spend your Sunday in Rockingham County wine country with live music from 2:00 to 5:00 PM, authentic Southern barbecue from Ruffin Redneck BBQ from 1:00 to 5:00 PM, and handcrafted Gioia wines served throughout the afternoon. It’s a perfect fall pairing of a familiar favorite, a new food truck to discover, and all the wine-country charm you could ask for.
What to Expect
Some vineyard Sundays are about discovering something new. Others are about welcoming back an old favorite. This one gives you both. ❤️
Nick Branscome returns to Gioia from 2:00 to 5:00 PM, and we’re always happy to see him back on the vineyard stage. A guitarist and vocalist from King, NC, Nick brings a versatile mix of classic rock, pop, and country favorites, creating the kind of easygoing atmosphere that makes singing along feel perfectly acceptable. 😉 His genuine connection with the crowd and natural musicianship make every performance feel like spending an afternoon with an old friend.
Joining us for the first time, Ruffin Redneck BBQ will be serving up authentic Southern barbecue from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. This Ruffin, NC, husband-and-wife team brings smoked meats, Southern sides, and plenty of traditional Southern hospitality to the vineyard. Expect favorites like beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked sausage, chicken wings, and smoked bologna. Consider this your official invitation to come hungry.
The tasting room will be open from 1:00 to 6:00 PM, with handcrafted Gioia wines flowing throughout the afternoon. Grab a glass, find your favorite spot, enjoy the music, and settle in for a fall Sunday with good food and even better company.
Whether you’re coming back to hear Nick again or arriving hungry to meet our newest food truck, there’s a little something waiting for you.
Come for an old favorite. Stay for a new discovery. And, of course, bring someone you love. ❤️🍷🎶
Menu
About Your Hosts
Nick Branscome is a guitarist and vocalist from King, North Carolina, known for his versatile sound and engaging live performances. Blending classic rock, pop, and country favorites, Nick creates an easygoing, feel-good atmosphere that keeps audiences singing along and coming back for more. With a natural ability to connect with the crowd, his performances are equal parts musicianship and genuine fun, making every show feel personal and memorable. In addition to performing throughout the region, Nick shares his passion for music as a guitar instructor at Love That Music, inspiring the next generation of musicians through teaching and mentorship.
Ruffin Redneck BBQ is a mobile food truck and catering service based in Ruffin, North Carolina, serving authentic smoked meats and Southern sides. Their menu features favorites including beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked sausage, chicken wings, and smoked bologna, all bringing that classic Southern barbecue flavor to the table. Owned and operated by a passionate husband-and-wife team, Ruffin Redneck BBQ pairs great food with friendly service and traditional Southern hospitality.
Located in Mayodan, North Carolina, Gioia dell’Amore Cellars at Autumn Creek Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery and destination offering handcrafted wines, vineyard experiences, lodging, weddings, private events, a wine club, a wine travel club and charitable events. Built around the philosophy of Scatter Joy! and inspired by the playful romance of wine and life, the winery is committed to creating memorable experiences while supporting local artisans, organizations and the surrounding community