Bear Claw Winery is a nice place to sit by a cozy fire pit on a cool day, listen to music and…read moresample wine ( coffee for me) my wife and daughter loved the place and the people are friendly and accommodating to their guest. They have a large variety of snacks, and gifts, as well as an abundance of wine. Nice open spaces to walk and enjoy the scenery as well! I highly recommend Bear Claw Winery.

After arriving in the Blue Ridge area Friday we were on the hunt for a little family fun and found…read morethis gem on Yelp! The vineyard is kid and dog friendly so we decided we'd go explore! Bear came with us and was the perfect pup just chilling and loving all of the attention! The service was great we went to the counter and ordered our drinks. My kiddo even got to have a blue raspberry slushie which made her night she ended up with blue lips and teeth too! They also have a gift shop full of adorable merchandise: cups with the bear claw logo etched on (I got a wine cup lol! ) , cork bracelets (we got two), dog clothes, goat milk soap, t shirts etc. They have lots of seating options indoor tables as well as lots of tables with little fire pits outside and lots of games. On the weekends, they have live music. When we visited artist Russ Stills was there. It was very relaxing and enjoyable. He even came around the audience meeting and greeting with each table and taking requests. This is a fantastic spot to grab a drink and listen to good music and take in the beauty of the vineyard. 10 out of 10 for sure!

Awesome new paved drive way in and parking pad adds to an already awesome experience!read more

If you're planning on going to multiple Wineries go here last. Once you go here everything else…read morewill be a disappointment. We got there when they opened and stayed a long time. Met great people. It was Ashley's birthday! Bought some dip and crackers. Drank more wine. Didn't want to leave, but we had to. Atmosphere, views and wine are all fantastic. Sorry I can't give them 6 out of 5 stars. Will be going back a few more times before we return to Florida.

A bit off the beaten path (!) but so enjoyable, relaxing and worth the visit!…read more We both had wine from the tasting room (and an additional glass as well as a bottle of malbec to take home)! The staff and owners were very helpful, gracious and attentive. We had eaten lunch beforehand otherwise we would have tried a couple of their lunch options (bbq sliders or chicken salad croissant). I highly recommend that you try the Cairn View Winery!

What a cool little find on my way back home from Gibbs Gardens. Serene atmosphere, cool music and a…read moregreat wine tasting. A little off the beaten path, but well worth the trip. Service was great and wine was even better. Did not have time to try the food, but I will definitely be back! Thanks for a beautiful top off to an amazing day.

Outstanding!!! Emily was tremendously helpful, not just in wine selections but in helping advise…read moreus on our activities and meals in the Blue Ridge, GA area! Spot on in every case! Highly recommend!!

Sitting just one block off the main streets of downtown Blue Ridge sits this absolute find of a…read morewine shop! Husband and I were in town for a long weekend and purposely did not bring wine from home so we would be forced to hit a local merchant, and I am glad we did that to ourselves...because if we hadn't, we never would have made our way in to 34th and also never have met Emily! Walking into 34th Degree Wine Merchant is refreshing. The space is lightly decorated and stocked with goods and gifts up front that sit on and around the gorgeous fireplace. You continue through and are quickly greeted with racks and shelves of wine from floor to ceiling. While you are taking it all in, Emily is quick to greet you! Given our novice nature with wine, we told Emily what we were in to, which was Pinot Grigio for me and Red wine for him. She knew exactly what to recommend and it was delicious! While it was not a local wine, which we were originally after, her recommendation and story behind the bottle we got made it too good not to get! No regrets! Overall, 34th Degree Wine Merchant and Emily are great additions to the F&B scene of Blue Ridge. This spot will remain on our "must visit" list each trip to Blue Ridge!

My husband and I frequented the winery because we lived in Hiawassee. The ambiance was absolute and…read morethe wine excellent. I'm talking 20 years ago. it has changed for the better, although I am still in love with how it was when we first discovered it. Many fond memories of our dinners there. I recommend it to all. Cheers, Marilyn S.

We love this winery. It has consistently been my favorite since we've moved to Murphy NC. Their…read morewines are great and their views are spectacular! We highly recommend them.

The tasting room is beautiful, the wine is really good, the staff is amazing. A very welcoming…read moreplace.

We visited Yonah Mountain Vineyards on Father's Day to celebrate with my daughter--neither of us…read morehad been before. It was easy to find with plenty of parking, and although it looked like they were preparing for an event later that evening, everything was still open and running smoothly. The property was clean and well-kept, with live music set up and playing outside, which added to the atmosphere. We ordered at a counter. I chose the sweet selection and my daughter chose the white wine flight. Each flight included four 2 oz pours and cost $60 total. We were informed there was also a food truck on-site. We tried the pimento cheese dip and hummus platter--both were enjoyable, though a bit pricey (I don't recall the exact amounts). The vineyard has a large covered patio as well as another seating area with sun shades. Most tables were occupied, and several guests had brought their dogs, which added a relaxed, welcoming feel. While I enjoyed the overall experience, I did find the wines and food a bit on the expensive side, especially given the bottle prices listed on the tasting menu (ranging roughly from $36 to $75). I didn't end up purchasing any bottles for that reason. Overall, it was a pleasant visit and a nice way to spend Father's Day. I'd consider coming back again--possibly in the fall, and bringing my dog next time.

Such an amazing view! Dog friendly patio. The best part was the 21+ only section of the patio in…read morethe back!

WINE NOT OTT | it was a beautiful day for a wine tasting and our first stop on our impromptu wine…read moretour (self guided) was Ott Vineyards. It was a bit chilly to sit outdoors and since we had the pup in tow, we sat in the covered patio, although it basically felt like indoors. Super dog friendly! We ordered a few snacks to nibble on while we sipped on our wine flights. Overall, it was a bit loud from the indoor live music, but otherwise, it was a rowdy fun time and great way to start our wine tour! There wasn't one wine that stood out from the rest but loved that a flight of 1 oz pours of 4 different wines of our choice was only $10 (may have increased since our visit in the fall a couple years ago). But definitely recommend as a stop if you're in Ellijay checking out wineries!

Roo Mountain Vineyard is a lovely place for socializing and enjoying the magnificent view of the…read morevineyard. The outdoor space is perfectly designed with terracing levels. We enjoyed a flight of wines while being mesmerized by the view. They only have bar service where you order everything but they also have employees who check on you periodically to remove the used plates and glasses from the tables. They were all very sweet and personable. We will definitely return.

Visited this winery with a group and had a disappointing experience with how service was handled…read more Our table was told we were being cut off due to alleged behavior that did not apply to our group, and despite clarifying the situation, service remained inconsistent across our party. The situation felt mismanaged and could have been resolved with clearer communication and better verification before refusing service. Unfortunately, it impacted the overall guest experience enough that we chose to leave. Hoping this constructive feedback helps improve consistency and service moving forward.