Top Wineries in Georgia: 10 Vineyards Worth the Drive (2026 Guide)

Georgia wine has grown up fast. A decade ago the state had roughly half as many producers as it does today; the University of Georgia’s 2025 beverage industry outlook counted close to 80, and industry group WineAmerica now puts the number above 90. Most of the best Georgia wineries cluster in the North Georgia mountains, where cool nights and well-drained slopes suit European grapes, while South Georgia keeps the state’s native muscadine tradition alive. Below are the top wineries in Georgia by region, with addresses, phone numbers, map links and the landmarks worth visiting nearby.

Last updated October 2026. Hours change seasonally, so call ahead before you go.

Georgia Wine at a Glance

Two federally approved American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) anchor the state. The Dahlonega Plateau AVA, approved in 2018, covers about 133 square miles in Lumpkin and White counties and was the first AVA entirely within Georgia. The Upper Hiwassee Highlands AVA, approved in 2014, crosses the North Carolina line near Blairsville and Hiawassee. Recent coverage, including Georgia Trend’s look at raising the bar for Georgia wine, shows producers pushing toward drier, more serious styles alongside sweet muscadine.

Top Wineries in Georgia: Quick Comparison

Winery	Town	Drive from Atlanta	Known for
Three Sisters	Dahlonega	About 1 hr 20 min	Estate-grown wine, laid-back porch
Frogtown Cellars	Dahlonega	About 1 hr 20 min	Award-winning Rhône whites
Montaluce	Dahlonega	About 1 hr 20 min	Tuscan-style estate dining
Kaya	Dahlonega	About 1 hr 25 min	Ridge-top views, cottages
Habersham Winery	Helen	About 1 hr 30 min	One of Georgia’s oldest wineries
Yonah Mountain	Cleveland	About 1 hr 25 min	Georgia’s only known wine cave
Tiger Mountain	Tiger	About 1 hr 45 min	Norton and Petit Manseng
Currahee Vineyards	Toccoa	About 1 hr 35 min	History at the foot of Currahee Mountain
Cartecay Vineyards	Ellijay	About 1 hr 30 min	Historic barn tasting room
Still Pond	Arlington	About 3 hr 15 min	Muscadine wine and spirits

Dahlonega Wineries

Dahlonega has the highest concentration of wineries and tasting rooms in the state, and most sit within 20 minutes of the historic square. Start or finish at the Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site, housed in the 1836 courthouse of the town at the center of America’s first major gold rush, and save a morning for the waterfall at Amicalola Falls State Park, about 30 minutes west.

1. Three Sisters Vineyards & Winery

Three Sisters calls itself Dahlonega’s first family farm winery. The Paul family bought the farm in 1995 and opened the tasting room in 2001, and the wines are made from estate-grown grapes. Expect a relaxed porch, mountain views and a lineup that runs from dry reds to the playful Fat Boy Red.

• Address: 439 Vineyard Way, Dahlonega, GA 30533
• Phone: (706) 865-9463
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Dahlonega’s historic square and Gold Museum

2. Frogtown Cellars

Frogtown Cellars is one of the most awarded wineries in Georgia. Its 2020 Marsanne took Best in Class at the 2023 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, and the estate has collected multiple Double Gold medals there. The 57 acre property has about 40 acres of vines and a three-level gravity-flow winery, plus a bistro serving paninis and pizza.

• Address: 700 Ridge Point Dr., Dahlonega, GA 30533
• Phone: 706-865-0687
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Amicalola Falls State Park and the Dahlonega square

3. Montaluce Winery & Restaurant

Montaluce looks like a slice of Tuscany dropped into the Blue Ridge foothills. The 400 acre estate makes a dozen wines and runs two restaurants, Le Vigne and Trattoria di Montaluce, making it the best pick on this list for a long, seated wine lunch or dinner. Wine hikes and a Wine 101 class round out the day, and villas are available for overnight stays.

• Address: 501 Hightower Church Rd, Dahlonega, GA 30533
• Phone: 706-867-4060
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Dahlonega Gold Museum, about 15 minutes away

4. Kaya Vineyard & Winery

Kaya revived the former Blackstock Vineyards, one of Dahlonega’s earliest and largest plantings. The tasting room sits on a ridge at roughly 1,600 feet with panoramic views, and Craftsman-style cottages on the property make it an easy overnight.

• Address: 5400 Town Creek Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533
• Phone: 706-219-3514
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: the Dahlonega square and the Chattahoochee National Forest

Helen and Cleveland Wineries

The Alpine village of Helen is a short drive from two of the state’s best-known producers. Pair a tasting with a hike at Unicoi State Park or the short trail to Anna Ruby Falls, both about 10 to 15 minutes from town.

5. Habersham Winery

Founded in 1983, Habersham Winery is one of Georgia’s oldest and largest wineries, with more than 150 medals. It moved to Nacoochee Village in 1998, about half a mile from downtown Helen, and pours several labels, including a muscadine line made with South Georgia fruit.

• Address: 7025 South Main Street, Helen, GA 30545
• Phone: 706-878-9463
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Alpine Helen, about a mile away, and Unicoi State Park

6. Yonah Mountain Vineyards

Yonah Mountain is home to the only known wine cave in Georgia, and the cave tour by appointment is one of the most memorable wine experiences in the state. The estate grows classic European varieties, including Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, beneath the dome of Mount Yonah.

• Address: 1717 Highway 255 South, Cleveland, GA 30528
• Phone: 706-878-5522
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Helen, about 15 minutes north

Northeast Georgia Wineries

7. Tiger Mountain Vineyards

Tiger Mountain is a favorite among serious wine drinkers for its Norton, Petit Manseng, Tannat and Viognier, grapes that handle Georgia’s climate well. The winery has collected more than 130 national and international awards since opening in 2000, and its Vineyard Café makes it an easy lunch stop.

• Address: 2592 Old 441 South, Tiger, GA 30576
• Phone: (706) 782-4777
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Tallulah Gorge State Park, about 10 minutes away, and Black Rock Mountain State Park

8. Currahee Vineyards & Winery

Currahee Vineyards sits at the foot of Currahee Mountain, where paratroopers of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment trained during World War II. The vineyard was planted in 2009 on a former family apple orchard and makes European, muscadine and native-grape wines.

• Address: 3301 West Currahee, Toccoa, GA 30577
• Phone: 706-768-5383
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Toccoa Falls, a 186 foot waterfall about 10 minutes away

Ellijay Wineries

9. Cartecay Vineyards

Ellijay is best known as Georgia’s apple capital, and Cartecay Vineyards adds wine to the itinerary. The tasting room is a restored barn from around 1890, every wine is estate produced, and the patio looks up over the vines. Live music fills weekend afternoons.

• Address: 5704 Clear Creek Road, Ellijay, GA 30536
• Phone: 706-698-9463
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Mercier Orchards in Blue Ridge and Fort Mountain State Park

South Georgia Muscadine Wineries

10. Still Pond Vineyard, Winery & Distillery

For Georgia’s native grape, head south. Still Pond in Arlington calls itself Georgia’s largest muscadine vineyard. The Cowart family runs a winery and a distillery side by side, pours complimentary tastings and hosts several festivals a year.

• Address: 1575 Still Pond Road, Arlington, GA 39813
• Phone: (229) 792-6382
• Map: Open in Google Maps
• Nearby: Kolomoki Mounds State Park, about 30 minutes away, and the Jimmy Carter National Historical Park in Plains

Winery Near Atlanta, Georgia: Closer to Home

Not every wine day needs a mountain drive. If you are searching for a winery near Atlanta, Georgia, several good options are 10 to 50 minutes from downtown:

• City Winery Atlanta makes wine on site at Ponce City Market, about 10 minutes from downtown.
• The Painted Horse Winery & Vineyards in Milton is a working farm winery about 45 minutes north.
• Château Élan Winery & Resort in Braselton is a full resort winery about 50 minutes northeast.
• Wolf Mountain Vineyards in Dahlonega is the closest of the award-winning mountain estates.

We cover each of these, with addresses, phone numbers and maps, in our guide to the best wineries in Atlanta.

Tips for Planning a Georgia Wine Trip

• Stay in one region. Dahlonega alone can fill a weekend; trying to add Tiger and Ellijay the same day means more driving than tasting.
• Reserve weekends. Seated tastings, cave tours and restaurant tables book up from spring through fall.
• Plan a driver. Mountain roads are winding and dark after sunset.
• Check state resources. Georgia’s official tourism site keeps a guide to Georgia wineries, and the Department of Revenue explains what qualifies as a Georgia farm winery.

Bring Georgia Wine Home to Dinner

The best souvenir from a Georgia wine trip is a few bottles for the table. Our chefs at Atlanta Personal Chef Service regularly build menus around wines clients bring home: a Norton calls for something with depth, like braised short rib, while a crisp Petit Manseng works with Gulf shrimp or trout. Proteins are portioned by weight, typically 6 to 8 ounces of whole cuts per person.

For a special night, book a private chef dinner or a tasting menu built around your bottles. For everyday dinners that make room for a good glass, our weekly dinner service and the rotating Chef’s Selection menu keep the kitchen covered. Our notes on winery pairings and local Atlanta wines are good next reads.

FAQs About the Top Wineries in Georgia

Where is Georgia’s wine country?

Most of it is in the North Georgia mountains, centered on Dahlonega, Helen, Cleveland, Tiger and Ellijay. South Georgia is home to large muscadine vineyards.

What is the best winery in Georgia?

It depends on what you want. Frogtown Cellars and Tiger Mountain are among the most awarded, Montaluce is best for a sit-down meal, and Yonah Mountain offers the most unusual experience with its wine cave.

What grapes grow best in Georgia?

In the mountains, European varieties such as Cabernet Franc, Petit Manseng and Tannat do well, along with the American grape Norton. Muscadine, Georgia’s native grape, thrives in the warmer south.

How many wineries are in Georgia?

UGA counted close to 80 wine producers in its 2025 outlook, and WineAmerica’s 2025 report lists more than 90. The number has nearly doubled in a decade.

What is the closest winery to Atlanta?

City Winery Atlanta at Ponce City Market makes wine inside the city. The closest vineyard is The Painted Horse in Milton, about 45 minutes north. See our Atlanta winery guide for more.

Can a personal chef pair a menu with Georgia wines?

Yes. Tell us which bottles you are opening and we will shape the courses, seasoning and sauces around them.