Explore the best wineries in and around Atlanta, including Château Élan, Kaya Vineyard & Winery, Montaluce Winery & Restaurant, and Wolf Mountain Vineyards. Each offers unique experiences from scenic views to farm-to-table dining, and fine wines. Discover Georgia’s wine industry and enjoy tastings, tours, and beautiful vineyard landscapes.
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Château Élan
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Located a mere 45 minutes from Atlanta is this 3,500-acre winery. It’s essentially a French country estate – including not one but two 18-hole golf courses as well as a spa and resort with world-class dining and a cigar club. What more could you need for a weekend away?
Well, it also happens to be the largest wine producer in the state producing more than 20,000 cases annually. There are also 30 wines available for tasting by the glass or bottle.
Kaya Vineyard & Winery
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Live music and farm to table produce, it’s pretty much paradise. You can sit in the deck and covered patio while enjoying a glass of one of the many wines produced on-site. There are cottages on site for a relaxing night away with stunning views of the vineyards and Blue Ridge mountains.
Montaluce Winery & Restaurant
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Inspired by Italy, the Montaluce’s Italian-style grounds provide a Tuscan experience without having to leave the country. They tend to favour sweeter wines, like the Viognier and Dolce Rosso. You can book a private tasting that lasts around three hours and even tour the estate grounds.
There’s also a wine hike available for the adventurous that winds past the Etowah River that finishes at the vineyard. You can then enjoy a tasting and receive a souvenir glass to take home.
Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery
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A cosy 8,000-square-foot winery with a Craftsman-style cottage poised on top of a fieldstone-encased cellar, how stunning does that sound? They use the French winemaking process with a smidge of Napa, however, the fruit is all proudly Georgian. From the veranda, you can look forward to peering over the foothills of the southern Appalachian Mountains. Throw in a glass of the locally produced Brut Rosé and you’ve got a winner on your hands.
Yonah Mountain Vineyards
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Located just north of Cleveland is this 200-acre winery specialising in handcrafted wines. There are cave tours available as well as a walking tour that takes you through the vineyard. The wine caves are one of the only in Georgia and produce a wide variety of wines. With over 20 grapes, there are so many blends available for tasting.
Three Sisters Vineyards
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This is the oldest operational vineyard in the Dahlonega Plateau. It has been named after the mountains overlooking it. It’s a laid back, fuss-free approach to wine tasting with an outdoor patio and rustic barn available to house the tasting sessions. There are often events happening at the winery, so be sure to look it up before visiting to try and align your visit with one of them.
Frogtown
They follow strict dry wine rules if that’s what you’re into. Located atop a hill and growing 25 varietals on the stunning 44-acre grounds, there’s more than enough on offer for guests to enjoy. These wines are also shipped to 26 US states and can be enjoyed around the country.
Painted Horse Winery and Vineyard
Founded in the 1990s as a horse farm before becoming a winery and vineyard in 2017, this farm has a rich history. They currently produce handcrafted wines, specifically rose, white and red with 10 more in production. You can also enjoy live events at the estate, so be sure to phone ahead to see if there are any upcoming events to enjoy.
So, what are you waiting for? There’s never been a better time to head off to the moonshine state of Georgia and discover an entirely different world of wine tasting often missed. Trust us when we say that there are some amazing winery Atlanta destinations that you need to try.
Born amidst the rolling vineyards of Napa Valley, Chloe’s love for wine was instilled from a young age. This passion led her to the picturesque wine regions of France, where she immersed herself in the rich wine culture and traditions.
Chloe’s dedication to the craft culminated in her becoming a wine sommelier, a testament to her deep knowledge and appreciation for wines.