Business Details
43 Years
experience
Award-Winning Winery in Helen, GA
Established in 1983, we are one of Georgia's oldest and largest wineries, dedicated to crafting award-winning wines that reflect our commitment to quality and tradition. Our vineyards in North Georgia Wine Country benefit from decades of expertise in viticulture and winemaking, with meticulous attention to detail at every stage of production. Located in the historic Nacoochee Village, our winery offers daily tastings in a welcoming environment that combines relaxed charm with rich heritage. Our team, led by experienced vineyard manager Matt Sims and winemaker Craig Boyd, employs sustainable practices to nurture diverse grape varieties across two distinct vineyards. We prioritize natural expression in our wines through careful selection of grape varieties suited to our terroir and minimal intervention techniques.Our tasting room showcases an extensive collection of Georgia-grown wines alongside curated gourmet products and specialty items from around the world. With over four decades of operation, we have become a beloved destination for visitors seeking authentic wine experiences in North Georgia. Our dedication to excellence extends to our personalized services, including custom label wines for special occasions and private-label options for businesses. Through partnerships like VinoShipper, we ensure compliance with local regulations while making our wines accessible to customers beyond our physical locations.
Services
Wine Tastings
Vineyard Tours
Personalized Labels
Private Label Wines
Wine Shipping
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of winemaking experience in North Georgia
- Our family-owned operation maintains sustainable vineyard practices
- We offer personalized wine labeling services for special occasions
- Our vineyards feature 25+ grape varieties for diverse wine options
- We maintain quality control from grape cultivation to bottling
Services
Wine Tastings
Our tasting room offers curated wine experiences featuring five selections from our Habersham, Creekstone, and Southern Harvest labels. Guests can sample varietal vinifera wines, blended options using French-American grapes, and distinctive Muscadine-based wines aged in American, French, and Hungarian oak barrels. Tastings include expert guidance from our knowledgeable staff to help visitors discover their preferred flavor profiles.
Vineyard Tours
Explore our two distinct vineyard locations featuring over 30 acres of grapevines across diverse terroirs. The original Stonepile Vineyard showcases traditional varieties like Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon alongside newer plantings of Traminette and Chardonnel. Our Nacoochee Vineyard employs organic practices with 25+ heritage grape varieties undergoing evaluation for natural expression. Tours include insights into sustainable viticulture methods and seasonal growing cycles.
Personalized Labels
Create unique wine gifts with our personalized label service for special occasions. Minimum orders of 12 bottles allow customization with holiday messages, wedding themes, family photos, or commemorative designs. Our team collaborates with clients to develop custom artwork that meets production requirements while maintaining label compliance standards. This service requires advance coordination through our dedicated contact channels.
Private Label Wines
Businesses can develop branded wine products featuring company logos and custom packaging. This service includes consultation on label design, production quantities, and compliance requirements. Minimum orders apply with dedicated support for corporate branding integration. Ideal for promotional events, client gifts, or branded retail opportunities requiring commercial wine production expertise.
Wine Shipping
Order our award-winning wines through VinoShipper for direct delivery to approved states. We offer volume discounts for purchases of six or more bottles with shipping options that comply with local regulations. Current distribution covers eight states with ongoing expansion efforts. Customers receive tracking information and delivery updates through our secure online platform while maintaining compliance with state-specific alcohol shipping laws.
Questions
What are your current tasting room hours?
We're open Monday-Thursday 11a-7p, Friday-Saturday 11a-9p, and Sunday 12:30p-5p. Tastings end 30 minutes before closing.
How much does wine tasting cost?
Standard tastings are $14 (plus tax) per person, including five wine selections. Reservations recommended for groups of 10+.
Do you ship wines outside Georgia?
Yes, we ship to California, Florida, D.C., North Carolina, Missouri, Minnesota, and Alabama through our VinoShipper partnership.
Can I create custom wine labels?
Yes, we offer personalized labels for special occasions with minimum orders of 12 bottles. Contact our team for design specifications and pricing.
Are pets allowed at the winery?
Leashed dogs are welcome outside and in the pavilion area. We only allow service animals inside the winery facilities.
What sustainability practices do you use?
Our Nacoochee Vineyard employs organic methods with minimal chemical sprays, focusing on heritage grape varieties that thrive naturally in our environment.
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