4 Reasons to Sip the Day Away at the Gatlinburg Wine Trail in the Smoky Mountains
Wine lovers will love sipping the day away along the Gatlinburg Wine Trail! Similar to the Rocky Top Wine Trail, visitors will receive a passport and take it to each of the wineries along the trail. Some of the wineries along the trail have been welcoming visitors for years, such as Tennessee Homemade Wines, while some are newer to the area, like Smokin Banjo and Old Mountain Wine Company! Find out why you should add this wine trail to your vacation itinerary:
1. You’ll get to visit the #1 winery in Tennessee.
Tennessee Homemade Wines has two locations– one in Gatlinburg and the other in Sevierville which is a joint location with their sister company, Tennessee Cider Co. From the hills of the Smokies straight to your wine glass, their wines are delicious, with a unique flavor and variety for every palate! Want something classic and timeless? Try their Concord of Chardonnay wines. Feeling adventurous? Try their peanut butter and jelly wine or a fan favorite, the cotton candy wine!
2. You’ll get to sample more than just wine.
The wineries along the Gatlinburg Wine Trail offer a wide range of options, from sweet to dry, red, white, and blush wines, fruit wines, sparkling wines, dessert wines, and mead. But that’s not all! You can also sample hard ciders, from the blackberry or caramel apple hard cider at Old Mountain Wine Company to the unique cider blends at Smokin Banjo, including Banjo Blues, Sweet Heat, and Transfusion!
3. You’ll get complimentary perks and gifts.
This wine trail in Gatlinburg TN is only $10 for tastings at 5 different locations (four of which are within walking distance of each other) with over 40 wines and hard ciders available! In addition, you’ll receive a free slushie at Old Mountain Wine Company and another free gift at your final stop. This VIP experience is normally a $25 value, but you can enjoy it all for much less!
Other Wineries in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains
If you want to explore some wineries that aren’t part of the trail, you’re in luck! You’ll find several more Smoky Mountain wineries where you can enjoy complimentary tastings and even tours. Here are some popular wineries you can visit on your trip:
Bootleggers Homemade Wine
Bootleggers Homemade Wine makes their wine from scratch, using the best fruit and small-batch recipes that were used many years ago. Every bottle is made and batched by hand, and you’ll definitely be able to tell you’re drinking homemade wine! Bootleggers Homemade Wines is located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, and they also have a second location at The Island in Pigeon Forge.
Apple Barn Winery
The Apple Barn Village is a popular destination for all Smoky Mountain visitors, whether it’s to enjoy a delicious meal, get some ice cream, or shop! It is home to the Apple Barn Winery, which offers a unique twist on wine. All of their wines are made on-site using the apples you can see growing outside their door.
Cades Cove Cellars
Cades Cove Cellars is located off the beaten path in Townsend, TN. Take a trip to the peaceful side of the Smokies to taste their homemade wines. The owners of Cades Cove Cellars have a combined winemaking experience of 80 years and strive to make every drop of wine represent a true taste of the Smokies.
More Things to Do in Gatlinburg
We bet you can’t wait to come and experience the new Gatlinburg Wine Trail in the Smoky Mountains! To help plan the perfect trip, take a look at more things to do in Gatlinburg.
