Sonoma county in California is almost always the first thing that pops into people's minds when they think of a United States destination for wines. While this is definitely a great destination, it is far to go for east coasters and can be quite crowded. If you want something different, consider taking Wine Tours Dahlonega GA for your next vino fix rather than traveling to California or beyond.
There are a number of mountains and foothills in the northern Georgia area that surround the Dahlonega area and make them unique. It creates soil and climate that is optimal for the growing of grapes, which the six local wineries then turn into thousands of cases of wine each year. These wineries also have many other offerings such as food and event spaces for rent.
The smallest of these wineries is Cavender Creek, located at 3610 Cavender Creek Road. They focus mostly on quality rather than quantity, producing about 1,400 cases per year, compared to thousands more that other local wineries do. The quality is evident in their American Nortons, cabernets sauvignons and petit Manseng bottles that they produce.
Formerly known as the Blackstock Vineyards, the Kaya Vineyard & Winery has reopened and re-branded at 5400 Town Creek Road. It is the largest in the region, and has a meeting/party space that can hold up to 300 people for large conferences or weddings, in addition to a behemoth 2,000 square foot covered deck usable in all seasons with live music. The tasting room has massive 12 feet windows that give you breathtaking views of the local foothills.
Montaluce Winery & Estates, 501 Hightower Church Road, has a whopping 25,000 square foot facility that is shaped like a Tuscan villa to give you a real sense of place. They can hold weddings and other events, and have daily wine tastings and free tours of the grounds for visitors.
If you value food as much as you do wine, try the Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery, which features the cuisines of the south as well as Europe. The dishes they serve at this winery, located at 180 Wolf Mountain Trail, pairs their own wines with the meals for a satisfying and delicious experience. They also feature their famous Champenoise sparkling wine and will proudly and humbly tell you about the over 150 medals they have won in local and nationwide competitions.
The Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery is located at 439 Vineyard Way. One of the biggest reasons it is a destination is the crash pad deck and rock wall patio, both unique experiences that are better with a glass of wine. Each vintage they make produces up to 4,000 cases, some of which are poured at the many weddings they host on the 184 acres of land. TurnerSouth once voted them the Best Winery in the South, which is quite a big deal when you consider how many vineyards are popping up across the region.
With just 57 acres, the Frogtown Cellars, located at 700 Ridge Point Drive, has manged to grow 25 grape varieties. If you want a large selection of wines to try and possibly buy, this is definitely the place for you. It has also been awarded with more medals than any of the other wineries, so you know all the vintages are of the highest quality.
There are a number of mountains and foothills in the northern Georgia area that surround the Dahlonega area and make them unique. It creates soil and climate that is optimal for the growing of grapes, which the six local wineries then turn into thousands of cases of wine each year. These wineries also have many other offerings such as food and event spaces for rent.
The smallest of these wineries is Cavender Creek, located at 3610 Cavender Creek Road. They focus mostly on quality rather than quantity, producing about 1,400 cases per year, compared to thousands more that other local wineries do. The quality is evident in their American Nortons, cabernets sauvignons and petit Manseng bottles that they produce.
Formerly known as the Blackstock Vineyards, the Kaya Vineyard & Winery has reopened and re-branded at 5400 Town Creek Road. It is the largest in the region, and has a meeting/party space that can hold up to 300 people for large conferences or weddings, in addition to a behemoth 2,000 square foot covered deck usable in all seasons with live music. The tasting room has massive 12 feet windows that give you breathtaking views of the local foothills.
Montaluce Winery & Estates, 501 Hightower Church Road, has a whopping 25,000 square foot facility that is shaped like a Tuscan villa to give you a real sense of place. They can hold weddings and other events, and have daily wine tastings and free tours of the grounds for visitors.
If you value food as much as you do wine, try the Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery, which features the cuisines of the south as well as Europe. The dishes they serve at this winery, located at 180 Wolf Mountain Trail, pairs their own wines with the meals for a satisfying and delicious experience. They also feature their famous Champenoise sparkling wine and will proudly and humbly tell you about the over 150 medals they have won in local and nationwide competitions.
The Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery is located at 439 Vineyard Way. One of the biggest reasons it is a destination is the crash pad deck and rock wall patio, both unique experiences that are better with a glass of wine. Each vintage they make produces up to 4,000 cases, some of which are poured at the many weddings they host on the 184 acres of land. TurnerSouth once voted them the Best Winery in the South, which is quite a big deal when you consider how many vineyards are popping up across the region.
With just 57 acres, the Frogtown Cellars, located at 700 Ridge Point Drive, has manged to grow 25 grape varieties. If you want a large selection of wines to try and possibly buy, this is definitely the place for you. It has also been awarded with more medals than any of the other wineries, so you know all the vintages are of the highest quality.
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