What could be better after a hike on beautiful Yonah Mountain than a visit to nearby Yonah Mountain…read moreVineyards? A lot of things as it turned out. Although the setting is admittedly spectacular, acres of hilly vineyards with views of the mountain behind, and the patio was certainly fancy, the tables each with fire pits in the center providing cheery warmth, the tasting experience itself was sub-par and overpriced. It lacked the authentic feel I've seen in other wineries and seems more of a tourist destination. First thing I noticed is the shockingly high tasting fee of $35 for a flight of 4 2-ounce pours of their choice. No substitutions allowed! Either these are some spectacularly great wines or this is a major rip-off. I passed. But since I was here I decided to have a glass. I got one of their estate-grown Cabernet Sauvignon. It was around $16 but since I was here. It was good, but certainly not worth the $48 they charge for a bottle. For the $35 do you get individual attention, descriptions from the bartender about the wines and about their winery? No. You get 4 labeled glasses to take back to your table. Not worth it. Find another place less touristy, more authentic. That shouldn't be hard. There are like 65 wineries in the area!

"Wine enters through the mouth, Love, the eyes…read more I raise the glass to my mouth, I look at you, I sigh." William Butler Yeats With the beautiful backdrop of the rolling hills of North Georgia, Yonah Mountains Vineyards delivers real wine and real romance. Whether it's for an afternoon date, or a full out wedding among the rows of vines, it's hard not to feel love in the air. Great outdoor seating, both covered and uncovered, place you right above the beautiful vineyard and allow you to take it all in. Yonah Mountains Vineyards separates itself from the others by providing familiar wines such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay etc as opposed to the traditional Muscadine wines of the south. The wine itself is decent, but definitely not near the quality of the west coast wines, but all were enjoyable. I particularly liked their Genesis 12, a red wine blend, and their Viognier, an impressive white. Wine flights are around $60 with a choice between white, red, or mixed. Bottles run around $40-100. A little pricey for the product, but then again, it's the whole experience that you are buying, and it's money well spent. Yonah Mountain Vineyards strikes the perfect balance between classy and casual. You'll be just as comfortable in jeans as in a tux or a horrid bridesmaid dress. Cheers!

What a beautiful experience!!! We drove up from Atlanta to check it out. On our way to the meadery,…read morewe drove through the country and string of small towns and farms. We even drove past a cow having her baby seven minutes from the meadery! We were very much welcomed and greeted by Hilary, who was eager to orient us to the 14 meads on the menu. She talked about which mead we would prefer based on our preferences and palates. She personally poured each tasting and seemed delighted with our reactions, which informed her next choice for us to taste. We had pleasant conversations with the staff and the owner and felt very comfortable in this space. The environment is wonderful, with a great patio for relaxing and enjoying a beautiful day. The mead is excellent, with a range of options from dry to sweet, traditional to creative variations to excite the adventurous palate. They also ship!!! If you are too far to visit the meadery, you can order their mead from total wine, greens, etc.

I found this to be very fun and a different experience. The staff in the tasting room were very…read moreknowledgeable and polite. The gift shop has a ton of stuff for all ages. If you love sweets and natural products then this is your place. We just didn't have anything to do so we stopped in on a Saturday morning. We ended up staying for a few hours on the beautiful porch and doing a full tasting. Stop in for a relaxing time!!!

There were too many children there when I went. They even have a play area for kids. I mean I go…read moreto relax with friends not step around children with a drink in my hand. Pretty views though

Beautiful spot and loved it when Ace Suggs was there! Bring him back. Wine was great and staff was…read morevery friendly.

I was passing through North Georgia and have always wanted to visit Terra Incognita Vineyard after…read moreseeing so many stunning photos on social media. Even though they were closed the day I drove by, I couldn't resist heading up just to take a peek. The 1.5 miles from the paved road is a slow, winding dirt and gravel road with heavy gravel, bumpy pockets, and some steep sections. I drive a VW Jetta (a regular four-door sedan), and it was no easy feat--definitely took a beating. It took me about 20-25 minutes to reach the top at a careful pace. I've seen reviews saying it's manageable in a car, but I'd strongly caution anyone with a low-clearance or smaller vehicle: this road is rougher than it sounds. Once I made it to the gate, I parked and walked around. Wow--what a breathtaking, almost magical spot! The panoramic mountain views are incredible, and the whole setting feels like a hidden gem high up on the ridge. I'd love to come back when they're open for a proper tasting and to enjoy the views with a glass of wine. Next time, though, I'll be sure to bring a vehicle with better ground clearance--something like a small SUV, truck, or 4WD. Totally worth the adventure, but be prepared for the terrain!

As you know I drink my share of wine. If you also are interested in wine and want to visit a local…read morewinery this is a great stop. Terra is located at the end of a long uphill road and is worth the drive. Head on up knowing that you will have some good wine and views and you will be hosted by exceptional people. This is kinda out there so pack a lunch, bring some take out, whatever floats your boat and head on up. You will have a great time!

We loved our afternoon at this vineyard. We came in 2012 when they were first opening and to see it…read morenow is incredible. We chose the Copperhead because it is their most full-bodied wine. The vineyard is obviously well-cared for. They allow you to bring your own picnic, which makes for a long-relaxing time with friends or with a date. We met the owner and that is always a bonus.

Great place! Sweet dogs amazing view and wonderful wine.. what more do you need.. like a sweet wine…read moreso the scuppernong was absolutely great!!

Nice quaint winery with wrap around porch with rocking chairs/tables with ceiling fans for a…read morecomfortable breeze on a mildly hot day or in the evening. Not one of the larger wineries but great for a family friendly atmosphere and good selection of wines. Nice touch with the food truck and vendors. Wine slushies are delicious. Tasting and flights available.

Man, what a great find! Ya know when you just find a place you really enjoy immediately? Well, this…read morewas one for me. Rustic, charming, hand built tasting room with a sweet relaxation patio to take in the views and sip on some wine. Matt, one of the owners, was a great host, filling us in with the history of SAF, and his vision for the place. I really hope he and his family are successful. It's off the beaten path, but worth the visit. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is I'm not that big a fan of fruit/sweet wines, which is what they are known for. But, I will say that SAF offers many wines that appeased a moderate level of sweetness I can enjoy (I think there were 4 or 5 really sweet ones out of the 20 or so you could choose from). The Rosé Muscadine was something I could see myself enjoying on a hot afternoon by the pool, so bought a bottle. I also was pleasantly surprised by the Lemon Strawberry wine. They have tasting room in Helen also, but you won't get the same experience as the Alto location.

We planned our day trip to the North Georgia wine country specifically to visit Frogtown. Very…read moredisappointed that they were closed on our 11/30/24 visit. Nothing was posted on their website mentioning this fact. We arrived to a deserted winery and after walking around to see what was happening, we were met by a gentleman who worked there, but said that they close every year for Thanksgiving week to visit their family in California, which is where we travelled from. On top of this, a couple weeks earlier, we met their daughter (Jordan Fiorentini, winemaker at Epoch Wines in Paso Robles, CA) and told her that we were going to visit Frogtown during Thanksgiving week, and she also didn't say anything about them being closed. They really need to work on their communication...

This is a difficult review to write. 3.5 would be more accurate…read more First, the wines are exceptionally good. The Voignier was excellent. And another full bodied red, COAX, was terrific. But why on earth have us sample them when they aren't available for purchase? Oh, I know. Join their Citizens Wine Club and get them shipped. And that's the entire focus. They pushed the club to the point we were uncomfortable. Also, the educational push was much. Georgia grapes. California grapes. Swish. Don't swish. Aerate. Don't aerate. Don't refrigerate whites. Yada yada yada. Let folks enjoy their wine any dang way they want. Don't judge. There's no right or wrong. Food? Expensive, but excellent. A sandwich is large enough to split. But there's a $6 split fee because they double the side salad and chips to two plates. That's a mandatory up charge. The small cheese plate was ample. Wines & Food? 5 stars. The hype & push took away the joy of the experience. Unfortunate. These are superb wines. Enjoy them. Just avoid sitting at the bar and the lecture that comes with it.

We had the most wonderful experience at Doghobble Winery! Our son was married last weekend, and we…read morehosted the rehearsal luncheon in the wine tasting room--it was the perfect setting. Jess did an incredible job helping with setup, decorations, and flowers. Honestly, the space already has such a beautiful vibe and ambiance that very little was needed. The food was outstanding--from the charcuterie board to the pizzas, empanadas, salad, and bruschetta--everything was delicious. The servers were all pleasant, attentive, and made the afternoon feel seamless. I can't say enough about how smoothly everything went. Thank you to Jess, Robin, Nathan, and the entire team for such a special and memorable celebration of the bride and groom!

By far the best wines we had on this tasting day! Beautiful winery and vineyard with lots of…read moreseating, indoors and out. The staff was really knowledgeable and offered suggestions on flights. The vibe is very laid back. All the wines we had were very solid. The standout, surprising us, was the Norton! We also liked the dry muscadine! They were able to mellow out the foxiness without drowning it in sugar. Do not skip out on the empanadas!!! Get the 4 and try them all! The chimichurri is phenomenal. Our favorite empanadas was the beef picadillo. Great wine, great food, great vibes. A must visit in the area!

Me and my boyfriend was on a road trip thru the mountains and came upon this vineyard. ABSOLUTELY…read moreGORGEOUS!!!! I loooove the scenery, one of the owners was super awesome! And the wine is divine!! Especially the Chatuga Red. I can't wait to come back with my family and friends to chill.

Another one of our wine tasting stop in North Georgia. Awesome venue and friendly staff. They had…read moresome great wines as well. We grabbed a bottle and some meat and cheese and had a great time on the back deck. Really nice spot

"Wine is bottled poetry." Erin Morgenstern, The Night Circus…read more While I'm not the best at rhyming, I am at timing, and hitting up Tiger Mountaim Vineyards on a beautiful Autumn day was indeed perfect timing. After only one visit, I can say this may be my favorite vineyard in the Georgia mountains. Unpretentious, yet still classy, it delivers exactly what you want in a winery, great wine, great views, great service. As a bonus it also has a great menu of casual food at very reasonable prices. They have flights available, but what I really appreciated is they let you sample before you buy. We chose the Viogneir, a grape I think really does well in Georgia, and it was delish. We also had their hummus and olive plate and a flatbread pizza, both were presented well and perfect. They have great outdoor seating very close to the vineyard, with a fantastic mountain backdrop. Service was fast and friendly and staff was very attentive to us our entire visit. Looking forward to returning soon!

This is one of my favorite Rabun County wineries. Everyone is sooo nice and knowledgeable. We went…read moreon Valentine's Day and had the special of 4 tastings and charcuterie board. It was delicious! I love sitting outside overlooking the vines and mountains. So romantic and perfect for our first Valentine's Day! (I live in Rabun and come here A LOT!)