Taste a Perfect Day in Georgia

Your guide to touring and tasting North Georgia’s vineyards and wineries, brought to you by Georgia’s Fine Wine producers, the Winegrowers Association of Georgia

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Meet the people ... Share the passion ... Discover the beauty and taste the quality of North Georgia’s developing wine region.

In the 1800s there were many vineyards and wineries thriving in Georgia in a golden age of little regulation and no taxation. Records show that in 1900, Georgia ranked sixth among grape growing states.

Member Wineries BlackStock Vineyards . ........................................... 2 Château Élan Winery & Resort.................................. 3 Crane Creek Vineyards............................................. 4 Frogtown Cellars.................................................... 5 Habersham Vineyards & Winery................................ 6 Montaluce Winery & Vineyards ................................ 7 Persimmon Creek Vineyards .................................... 8 Sharp Mountain Vineyards ...................................... 9 Tiger Mountain Vineyards . ................................... 12 Wolf Mountain Vineyards ...................................... 13 Affiliate Members Tasting Rooms . .................................................. 14 Lodging ............................................................ 14 Resorts . ............................................................ 16 Dining .............................................................. 17 Museums, Galleries, Theater ................................. 19 Shopping . ......................................................... 19 Services ............................................................ 20 Publications . ..................................................... 20 Future Vineyards . ................................................ 20

In 1907 Georgia adopted full alcohol prohibition, 11 years ahead of national prohibition, destroying a generation of wine making traditions brought by many European immigrants to America. Today a farm winery renaissance is taking place across America. Most states have passed farm bills and all 50 states can boast at least one bonded winery. Georgia’s bill was passed in the early 1980s and the state’s two oldest and largest wineries, Chateau Elan and Habersham Winery began production. But the real explosion in vineyard development has been in recent years. Over a dozen wineries have opened in the last decade in North Georgia, largely based on the success of the premium European varieties thriving in the area. The critical success of this developing wine region has prompted the launch of still a dozen more projects slated to open in the next couple of years. We invite you to experience the beauty of our vineyards and taste the quality of our wines as North Georgia emerges into a prominent wine growing region. The Winegrowers Association of Georgia is a non-profit corporation organized to promote and market Georgia wines, to improve the market environment for Georgia wines, to increase public awareness of Georgia wines, and to facilitate research in Georgia viticultural and vinfication techniques to improve Georgia wines. Annual members must qualify with a minimum of five acres in Georgia of vinifera or FrenchAmerican grapes in production or with a minimum of 1,000 cases of wine produced annually from Georgia grown vinifera or French-American grapes. Affiliate Members of our association are listed on page 14. We encourage you to visit and support our partner businesses. You will find more information, including web links, on line at our website: georgiawine.com On the web at GeorgiaWine.com P.O Box 808 Helen • Georgia 30545 • 706-878-9463

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BlackStock Vineyards

BlackStock Vineyards, the first and largest of the current vineyards in the Dahlonega area, was founded by formally-trained winemaker David Harris, a 20-year pioneer in Georgia wine. After a decade dedicated to evolving a vineyard with wife and partner Trish, the Harris’ now offer an estate winery for your pleasure. Enjoy spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the panorama of lush vineyards, while experiencing some of the best wines in the Southeast. We cater to the serious wine enthusiast, promising an educational experience for those with a passion to learn more about wine, and are particularly family-friendly with an array of diversions for young children. The winery specializes in private events from formal weddings of up to 200, to informal luncheons on our vineyard deck. We offer deli selections daily, with fresh baked goods and live music often featured on weekends. All BlackStock wines are currently made exclusively from estate grown grapes produced on the winery property. The Harris family believes very strongly that wine is made in the vineyard, and our wines represent specific field selections grown to fulfill their particular niche and style. While the cellar practices are meticulous and detail-oriented, the emphasis is on gentle handling and minimal intervention. The real differences are derived from how the winegrapes are cultivated in the field.

Château Élan Winery & Resort

Like a mirage rising in the early morning light, Château Élan Winery & Resort lies seemingly suspended in its own world. Here on 3,500 acres of rolling hills and vistas of natural beauty just north of Atlanta, French provincial and Southern hospitality combine to produce a superb leisure resort and conference destination. Centerpiece of the resort is a 16th century-style French Château and Winery The Winery is the largest producer of premium and varietal vintages in Georgia and winner of more than 275 national and international awards. With a 276 room Four Diamond Inn, European-style Spa Mansion with 14 suites, 63 holes of championship golf, Stan Smith Tennis Center, a 25,000 square foot Conference Center, seven distinctive restaurants, and it’s very own Culinary Studio, Château Élan is truly one of a kind. The winery is open Monday - Friday 10am - 9pm. Join a Guided Tour and Tasting at 11am or 3pm for $5.* Self-guided tours are also available free of charge.

From the end of GA 400: Stay straight crossing over Hwy 60 (reduces to 2 lanes) onto Long Branch Rd. Stay straight (about 4 miles) through next light until it dead-ends (about another 4 miles). Turn left on Cavender Creek, go exactly 1 mile and then right on Town Creek Church. Go 4.3 miles and dead end into BlackStock’s entrance.

Saturday hours 10am - 10pm. Tour with the Winemaker, Tasting of 5 different wines, souviner wine glass to take home - $10 / person, $18 / couple. Tour Start Times 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 4pm, and 5pm.*

From Dahlonega square: Take East Main Street .7 mi to Hwy 19/60. Turn left (N) on 19/60 and go 2.1 miles to Cavender Creek Road. Turn right on Cavender Creek and go 3.9 miles to Town Creek Church Road. Turn left on Town Creek Church and go 4.3 miles and dead-end at the entrance to BlackStock Vineyards & Winery.

Sunday Operating Hours 10am - 8pm Guided Tour and Tasting of 5 different wines - $5 / person.* Tour Start Times 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4 pm.* Due to State Laws, no wine sales before 12:30 pm on Sunday.

Open daily year-round 10 - 6, Sunday 12:30 - 5 Call for Holiday hours. BlackStock Vineyards • bsvw.com 5400 Town Creek Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-219-2789 (BSVW) 2

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Located in Braselton off of I-85 at exit 126. For the most up to date information, call 678-425-0900 or visit our website chateauelan.com email: [email protected] *Times and prices are subject to change. Winegrowers Association of Georgia

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Crane Creek Vineyards

At Crane Creek Vineyards, we like to think that wines made from our grapes are an expression of our unique area. Our goal is to grow the finest regional winegrapes possible then craft these fruits of our passion into distinctive and delicious wines. We love what we do and enjoy sharing our passion. Crane Creek Vineyards sits high in Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. The microclimate, a combination of warm dry summer days, cool mountain nights, and well-drained mineral soils, allows us to cultivate grapes that produce complex wines with fresh assertive aromas and concentrated flavors. Here at Crane Creek we share the belief that first and foremost wine is best enjoyed with food, friends and family -- preferably all at the same time! We also believe that wine is for everyone, and for everyone there is a wine. As such, we craft a variety of separate labels, each with a different style and appeal to our many guests. Our unique tasting room is located within the original 1886 Appalachian Farm House. Enjoy your tastings there or on our spacious decks Overlooking the vineyards and the beautiful North Georgia Mountains. Vintner’s tours are available and include a wine tasting, cheese and cracker appetizer and a souvenir glass. They are by appointment only so please call ahead and set up your tour today. Tasting room hours: Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 - 6:00 PM April - Dec. Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 - 5:00 PM Jan. - March Crane Creek Vineyards • 916 Crane Creek Road Young Harris, GA 30582 • 706-379-1236 cranecreekvineyards.com • email [email protected] 4

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Frogtown Cellars

Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains between Dahlonega and Cleveland, Frogtown Cellars is dedicated to the production of high quality wine grapes and premium wines. Our vineyards encompass 40 acres of rolling terrain at 1800-foot elevation, planted with 18 different varieties of vinifera grapes including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet franc, Merlot, Sangiovese, Chardonnay, Tannat, Touriga, Roussanne, Marsanne and Viognier. Frogtown Cellars produces over 150 tons of grapes each harvest for use in its winery and sale to other wineries. Constructed on a hillside overlooking the vineyards, the Frogtown winery is an underground, tri-level, gravity-flow winemaking facility. Using gravity in place of pumps allows for gentle vinification and treatment of our grape must, juice and wine from start to finish, allowing us to treat every wine grape in an individual manner and develop a style of wines that is uniquely Frogtown. Atop our underground winery sits Frogtown’s traditional mortise and tenon timber frame tasting room and event facility. With panoramic views of our vineyards, 4-acre lake and the North Georgia Mountains, Frogtown is the perfect venue for winetastings, wine dinners and lunches, weddings and special events. Planning your wedding or corporate event is our specialty. For great wine, fabulous food and attention to detail contact [email protected]. Our dedication to wine grape growing and production in the vineyard and winery has allowed our wines to earn awards in some of the world’s most prestigious wine competitions. In fact, Frogtown is one of the most awarded East coast wineries in major U.S. competitions. Escape to Frogtown, taste our wines and enjoy a day in the vineyards. The Frogtown Tasting Room is open year round, Fridays 12 to 5, Saturdays 12 to 6, Sundays 12 to 5, or by appointment. The Frogtown Bistro open from 12 until 3:30 Friday & Saturday, 12:30 until 3:30 PM on Sunday; and the tasting room is open on Sunday 12:30 until 5 PM. Winetaster and Winemaker Dinners are offered on Saturday nights by reservation and Winetaster Brunches on Sundays by reservation. For our event calendar, directions or general information, call (706)865-0687 or visit us on the web at frogtownwine.com. Frogtown Cellars 700 Ridge Point Drive • Dahlonega, GA 30533 706-865-0687 • frogtownwine.com Winegrowers Association of Georgia

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Habersham Vineyards & Winery

Montaluce Winery & Estates

Producing Georgia wines since 1983, Habersham Vineyards & Winery is one of Georgia’s largest and oldest wineries with production exceeding 15,000 cases annually. Just one half mile from Alpine Helen in Nacoochee Village, the winery features daily tastings, a large gift shop with a great selection of unique wine specialty items, and gourmet foods. The production area including the tank room, bottling line and barrel room may be viewed from the tasting room. We utilize our best grapes and oak barrels to produce premium, vintage dated, varietal Creekstone wines. Our popular Habersham label includes varietal vinefera wines as well as blended wines using both vinefera and French-American grapes. Our Southern Harvest wines utilize the native muscadine grape as well as fruit flavors and are nostalgic for many Southerners. Most of the grapes used in our wines are from two company owned vineyards, Mossy Creek and Stonepile, which yield around 135 tons annually. Varieties grown include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, Seyval, Vidal and Chambourcin. We also purchase other varietals such as Sangiovese and Viognier from nearby Blackstock Vineyards and produce Muscadine wines from grapes grown in South Georgia. Habersham Vineyards & Winery Hours: Mon - Sat 10-6 and Sun 12:30-6 7025 S. Main St. (GA Hwy.75) P.O. Box 808, Helen, GA 30545 habershamwinery.com Phone: 706-878-WINE nacoocheevillage.com 770-983-1973 e-mail: [email protected] Fax: 706-878-8466

The Winery is open 7 days a week for tastings and sales.

Montaluce Winery & Estates, just an hour north of Atlanta, is the newest addition to North Georgia’s wine growing community. Inspired by Tuscany’s rolling hillside vineyards, Montaluce is situated on 400 acres, on the edges of the Chattahoochee National Forest near downtown Dahlonega. Winemaking here embodies an artful blend of sense of place, ingenuity and the best technology. Montaluce’s lead winemaker, Stefano Salvini, comes from Bertinoro, Italy and the lauded Campodelsole Winery. He brings his talent and knowledge of Italian winemaking to the United States and will harvest Montaluce’s first grapes in fall of 2008. At the heart of the property and atop one of Dahlonega’s highest hills, the Montaluce winery is reminiscent of a centuries-old Tuscan villa. The impressive building, with magnificent 180-degree views of the vineyards and mountains beyond, houses a world-class restaurant (Le Vigne) and event facility, wine tasting bar, gourmet gift shop, roof-top Owner’s Club and state-of-the-art winemaking facilities. With more than 10,000 square feet of production space, the gravity flow winery is poised to produce some of the Southeast’s finest wines. Tours and tastings are available year-round, Tuesday through Sunday. Private events for up to 200 and romantic vineyard weddings are our specialty. Come enjoy “La Vita Bella,” Montaluce’s ideal based on the Italian philosophy of food, wine, family and sharing. Guests will enjoy gourmet dining, winery tours, educational wine seminars, culinary classes and demonstrations, wine tastings and breathtaking vineyard views at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Montaluce Estate’s master plan has more than 300 home sites of unparalleled beauty including cottages, villas and estate homes. Lots range in size from one to three acres and consist of some of the most beautiful lake, river and vineyard front lots. A limited number of lots are currently being released. Overnight accommodations are available in luxurious rental cottages and in mid-2009, a 60-room Inn will open offering an unrivaled Georgia wine country getaway. Montaluce Winery & Estates 501 Hightower Church Road • Dahlonega, GA 30533 Toll Free: 866.991.VINO (8466) • Local: 706.867.4060 Email: [email protected] • montaluce.com

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Persimmon Creek Vineyards

Established in the spring of 2000 by Dr William “Sonny” Hardman III and his wife Mary Ann, Persimmon Creek Vineyards is truly a botanical gem nestled between Lake Rabun and Burton in the mountains of Northeast Georgia. The cool mountain air and rocky soil of this 110-acre, 2100-ft. elevation estate have made an idyllic home for 100% estate grown Riesling, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Seyval Blanc. The immaculately maintained vineyards planted along the rippling Persimmon Creek produce high quality grapes that are treated to a winemaking combination of old-world tradition and state-of-the-art technology and devotion to Georgia’s special terroir to produce wines acclaimed by Master of Wine Jancis Robinson and Appellation America’s Roger Dial. The process begins with manual pressing. The juices are then fermented in custom-made stainless steel tanks and aged in French, American, and Hungarian oak barrels. Each vintage is then bottled by hand, handcorked, and hand-labeled. The vineyards are opened by appointment only for educational tours, private tastings and custom luncheons. Persimmon Creek Vineyards 706.212.7380 Tasting Room and Shop Persimmon on the Square opened in downtown Clayton in April 2008. The entire Hardman family worked gathering stones from the vineyard terroir to construct a 10’ wide fireplace, graced further with vintage aged barn wood. Besides le vin de famille, the shop offers the olive oils, honeys, salts, specialty pastas, ceramics, and glassware we love most. We hope you will come in to enjoy the conversation of like minds who enjoy the life of good wine, family and friends. Open Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday from 11 AM until 6 PM - Tasting of Persimmon Creek’s North Georgia Mountains Estate Grown Wines: Seyval Blanc, Riesling, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Ice Wine. From Atlanta, Take 85 North to 985 toward Gainesville, 985 will become 441 North. Continue on 441 North to Clayton, GA (Rabun County), turn left onto 76 West (East Savannah Street).

Sharp Mountain Vineyards

Sharp Mountain Vineyards operates on the simple but essential principle that to produce the finest wine, you must begin with the finest fruit. This quest for perfection requires personal attention to every detail – from employing tried-and-true “winegrowing” practices to personally harvesting the best grapes and handcrafting the wines. Ron and Jan Rathgeb began their labor of love in earnest in 1995, planting Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc, Gewürztraminer, Viognier and Pinot Noir. In 2000, the Rathgebs added Primitivo, Trebbiano, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Gris to the breezy hillsides of their peaceful, 19 -acre Sharp Mountain estate. At 1,500 feet, Sharp Mountain Vineyards is ideally suited to its purpose. The rocky, alluvial soil is perfect for growing these balanced vines, which thrive on 5 acres of well-drained slopes. The westfacing site provides even, north-to-south exposure to nourishing sunlight, and wider spacing of the plants maximizes air circulation. The Rathgebs regularly remove leaves and thin the crops to maintain the health of the plants and to produce the highest quality grapes. Although these practices lower yield, they ultimately produce more intense and complex wines. From start to finish, Sharp Mountain Vineyards wines are truly handcrafted in the old-world fashion. At harvest-time, Ron and Jan choose each grape with care and begin the wine making process utilizing the highest-quality Italian-made equipment. The result is more than a wine: it is an experience. Sharp Mountain Vineyards Open Year Round Friday & Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12:30 - 4:30 - Other times by Appointment 110 Rathgeb Trail, Jasper, GA 30143 sharpmountainvineyards.com • 770-735-1210

Persimmon on the Square • 28 East Savannah Street, Clayton GA 30525 706 212 7972 • e-mail: [email protected] 8

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Vineyards and Wineries 1. Blackstock Vineyards Dahlonega 706-219-2789 2. Château Élan Winery & Resort Braselton 1-800-233-9463 3. Crane Creek Vineyards Young Harris 706-379-1236 4. Frogtown Cellars Dahlonega 706-865-0687 5. Habersham Winery Helen 706-878-9463 6. Montaluce Winery & Estates Dahlonega 706.867.4060 7. Persimmon Creek Winery Clayton 706-212-7380 8. Sharp Mountain Vineyards Jasper 770-735-1210 9. Tiger Mountain Vineyards Tiger 706-782-4777 10. Wolf Mountain Vineyards Dahlonega 706-867-9862

Look for signs along Georgia’s Wine Highway.

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Tiger Mountain Vineyards Visit Tiger Mountain Vineyards for a unique taste of the Blue Ridge mountains in a glass! We take pride in growing and producing unusual vinifera varietals. The winery is 2½ miles south of Clayton or just 90 minutes northeast of Atlanta. Our fine handcrafted wines, which have won over 100 awards in national and international competitions, are made from European and American grapes grown near the tiny mountain town of Tiger. John and Martha Ezzard started planting their wine grapes in 1995 on the five-generation-old farm where John was born. They took their cues from a successful Virginia vintner, selecting varieties of grapes suited to the climate of the Southern Blue Ridge Mountains: French and Portuguese varieties and the American Norton. Bill and Leckie Stack began making wine at Painting by Mimi Shaw - mimishaw.com their apple orchard in Tiger in 1988 and refined their winemaking skills with studies, travels and experimentation. In 1999, the Ezzards and Stacks pooled their talents to open Tiger Mountain Vineyards. The two families hand craft their wines from grapes they grow in the Ezzard and Stack vineyards on sunny slopes at the base of Tiger Mountain. Their barrel aged wines are sold in fine retail establishments throughout Georgia and in Highlands, North Carolina. Tiger Mountain wines are listed in five star restaurants including Atlanta’s Bacchanalia, the Ritz-Carlton Buckhead and The Cloister Beach Bar at Sea Island. Visit Tiger Mountain Vineyards and enjoy vineyard tours and barrel tastings of our Rabun Red, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Mountain Cyn (Cynthiana), Norton, Tannat, Touriga Nacional, TNT (Touriga NacionalTannat), Burton Blanc, Petit Manseng, and Viognier. The winery tasting room is open all year: May - November: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday though Friday, Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. December - April:  1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday Barrel tastings and tours by appointment -- [email protected] Tiger Mountain Vneyards 2592 Old Highway 441, Tiger, GA 30576 2½ miles south of downtown Clayton (on South Main Street) (706) 782-4777 • [email protected] • tigerwine.com 12

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Wolf Mountain Vineyards

The Boegner family is proud to present Wolf Mountain Vineyards & Winery. Our pastoral hillside vineyards, field stone-encased winery and hospitality facilities overlook the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Our philosophy of winemaking is European in style with an emphasis on blending French Oak aged varietals to achieve more complexity and unique styles of wine. Wolf Mountain also offers North Georgia’s 1st traditional Methode Champenoise sparkling wines. Our goal is to present Georgia’s Premier Wine and Food Experience for your enjoyment. Wolf Mountain’s award winning wines are produced at the 1800-foot elevation of the Dahlonega Plateau. Our Estate Vineyards are home to plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Mourvedre and Touriga Nacional, which are blended to create our reserve “Field Blend,” Instinct. Coupage represents our traditional Bordeaux blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Claret is our Reserve Blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvedre, creating a robust red wine; Sunset Rose represents a dry Rhone-Style Rose. Chanteloup, our delicate dry blend of French Oak aged Chardonnay and Viognier; Plenitude, our crisp, dry, stainless steel blend of Chardonnay and Viognier, our semi-dry, WMV Demi-Sec, along with our sparkling wines, Blanc de Blancs Brut light, crisp, fruity, and elegant; Brut Rosé - complex with red berry flavors; and Sparkling Demi-Sec half dry, medium sweet, complete our family of hand-crafted wines. We invite you to experience our hospitality and beautiful mountain views in our Vineyard Café, offering wine and food pairings Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12-3 pm and our elaborate Sunday brunch, served at 12:30 and 2:30 pm. For more information about our events, tours or hosting private events, Vineyard Weddings and Receptions, visit wolfmountainvineyards.com. 4 miles north of downtown Dahlonega on Rt 19/60. Left on Ridley Road ½ mile. Open Thursday through Sunday 12:00 to 5:00 pm March through mid December, Saturdays and Sundays in February, or by appointment. 180 Wolf Mountain Trail • Dahlonega, GA 30533 • 706-867-9862 Winegrowers Association of Georgia

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Corks & Crumbs ..................................................................... 706-698-WINE 5 Southside Square Ellijay, GA 30540 Frogtown Cellars Tasting Room Enjoy award winning wines by the taste, glass or bottle and dine on gourmet sandwiches, salads, daily comfort food specials and breakfast all day. Wine and home accessories. Downtown historic Ellijay. Wed-Sat 8-5; Sun 11-4 corksandcrumbs.com

Dillard House.............................................................................800-541-0671 1158 Franklin Street Dillard, GA.30537 natural surroundings and fabulous accommodations Choose from our recently renovated modern style rooms, quaint cottages, secluded chalets or original rock house rooms. Whichever you choose, you’ll find comfort and style surrounded by natural beauty. dillardhouse.com

Dahlonega Tasting Room........................................................ 706-864-8275 #16 North Park Street - Public Square Dahlonega, GA 30533 Habersham Winery Tasting Room Complimentary Tastings, wine tools, gifts, and gourmet foods. Open Monday through Saturday 10 - 6, Sunday 12:30 - 6

Edelweiss German Inn and Restaurant..................................706-865-7371 747 Duncan Bridge Road Sautee, GA 30571 European Tradition meets Southern Hospitality From its alpine architecture to the authentic European cuisine of The Vines restaurant, the Inn is reminiscent of inns found throughout Germany’s wine regions. Only an hour from North Atlanta. edelweissgermaninn.com

Glen-Ella Springs Country Inn .............................................. 706-754-7295 1789 Bear Gap Road Clarkesville, GA 30523 Habersham Winery Tasting Room Wine Tasting at a North Georgia’s Premier Country Inn since 1987. Restaurant is open to the public every evening at 6:00 pm for dinner by reservation. glenella.com

Glen-Ella Springs .....................................................................706-754-7295 1789 Bear Gap Road    Clarkesville, GA  30523 Northeast Georgia’s Premier Country Inn Member of Select Registry Distinguished Inns of North America. Charming 100 year old inn with lovely views, genuine hospitality and outstanding food. Dinner at 6:00 PM nightly by reservation. Inn open all year. glenella.com

Naturally Georgia .................................................................... 706-864-0832 90 Public Square North, located inside “Bleu Gallery” Dahlonega, GA 30533 Tiger Mountain Vineyards Satellite Tasting Room Featuring Georgia Handmade products, art, cheese, gift items and much more! Wine and Cheese tasting daily! On the Historic Public Square in Dahlonega! Special events, hours and location at naturallygeorgia.com

High Valley Resort . .................................................................770-992-0503 One High Valley Trail Suches, GA  30572 Lodging and Private Airstrip A 40 acre Mountain resort and recreation facility with private airstrip and luxury log cabins: an ideal base camp for your Georgia wine adventures. Cabins open year round including holidays. highvalleyresort.com

Lodging Barn Inn at Lake Rabun ...........................................................706-212-9995 31 Barn Inn Road Lakemont, GA 30552 Warm, cozy, quiet and waiting for you This 1920s river stone and timber inn offers the serenity of a peaceful retreat. Rooms have a full bath, and are free of phones and televisions. Our guest lounge offers television and the entire inn has wireless access. barninn.com Beechwood Inn . ...................................................................... 706-782-5485 220 Beechwood Drive Clayton, Georgia 30525 Inviting, rustic elegance Georgia’s Premier Wine Country Inn offering luxury lodging in a rustic mountain setting, and features Northeast Georgia’s only Wine Spectator Award of Excellence restaurant. Member Select Registry. beechwoodinn.ws Cedar House Inn and Yurt Cabins ..........................................706-867-9446 6463 Hwy. 19 North Dahlonega, GA  30533 B & B Inn and Yurt Cabins A bed and breakfast inn located in the heart of the North Georgia wine country. Yurt cabins also available. Open all year. georgiamountaininn.com

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Lake Rabun Hotel....................................................................706-782-49468 35 Andrea Lane Lakemont, GA 30552 Become enchanted! Charming rustic decor and comfort await you at this historic hotel built in 1922. Beautiful vistas, waterfall garden, and outstanding menu with mountain architecture and flavor. Private baths, downy beds and old fashioned charm. lakerabunhotel.com Lily Creek Lodge, A Bed & Breakfast......................................706-864-6848 2608 Auraria Road Dahlonega, GA  30533 European Style Bed & Breakfast Eclectic art and antiques fill this secluded inn. Hidden swimming pool with waterfall, gardens, tree house, bocce’ court and gazebo. Open all year. lilycreeklodge.com Long Mountain Lodge...............................................................706-864-2337 144 Bull Creek Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 Delicious Mountain Views Located on the southwest slope of Long Mountain, the Lodge has mountain views to the North, South and West, and an elevation of approximately 2,000 feet. Each room offers a view of the mountains. Open Year Round. longmountainlodge.com Lucille’s Mountain Top Inn........................................................706-878-5055 964 Rabun Road  PO Box 638 Sautee, GA  30571 360 degrees of Luxury A luxurious bed and breakfast 4 miles from Helen on a mountaintop with a 360 degree panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Now with Mandala Wellness Retreat and Day Spa. lucillesmountaintopinn.com Winegrowers Association of Georgia

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Mountain Laurel Creek Bed & Breakfast............................... 706-867-8134 202 Talmer Grizzle Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 Luxury B&B with Rustic Charm Luxury bed and breakfast offering 4 rooms, whirlpool tubs, private balconies and fireplaces. Near Dahlonega, site of first Gold Rush. Many waterfalls and hiking trails nearby. mountainlaurelcreek.com

Lodge at Smithgall Woods.......................................................706-878-3087 61 Tsalaki Helen, GA 30545 14 upscale Lodge rooms 14 upscale rooms on the magnificient 5600 acre Smithgall Woods/Dukes Creek Conservation Area. Lodging packages include gourmetmeals prepared by on-site Chef. Great trout fishing, hiking, nature. smithgallwoods.com

Mountain Top Lodge.................................................................706-864-5257 447 Mountain Top Lodge Road Enjoy the relaxing and rustic atmosphere. Dahlonega, GA 30533 Charming country home an romantic hillside lodge. 13 rooms set on 14 wooded acres. Year-round Bed & Breakfast. We host discerning guests and small (up to 25) family and corporate groups. mountaintoplodge.net

The Ridges Resort & Club Lake Chatuge................................706-896-1886 3499 US Hwy 76 Hiawassee, GA 30546 Beautiful accommodations and cuisine The ambience of a rustic getaway with all of the conveniences of a contemporary resort. Our Lodge and Resort Lake Villas feature premier amenities and alluring views, with Golf Villas nestled on a secluded ridge moments from the golf course. theridgesresort.com

Park Place Hotel....................................................................... 706-864-0021 27 S. Park Street Upscale luxury hotel on the Historic Square Dahlonega, GA 30533 In Dahlonega, large suites with WiFi, wet bar, antiques and other amenities. Each contains flat panel television, microwave, coffee maker, and refrigerator. Many offer whirlpool shower tubs. parkplacedahlonega.com Pura Vida USA Wellness and Yoga Retreat . ...................... 1-866-345-4900 400 Blueberry Hill Spectacular and relaxing views Dahlonega, GA 30533 The fresh air will instantly begin to lull you out of your big-city blues, and our outdoor jacuzzi, nature trails and Spa treatments will take care of your body and spirit. puravidausa.com Splendor Mountain................................................................... 706-212-2897 192 Hwy New Gate Drive Secluded mountain top lodging Tiger, GA 30576 Exquisite views, waterfalls and walking trails. Groups up to 20, for weddings, family reunions, or group events. 75 acre resort, your doorway to whitewater rafting, hiking trails, golf, trout fishing, and more. splendormountain.com Town Creek Bed and Breakfast . ............................................ 706-865-0410 811 Hooper Rd. Inspire your senses here Cleveland, GA 30528 Wake up to the delightful smells of coffee and a home-cooked breakfast especially for you. Relax in the large mountain top Jacuzzi as the sounds of nature captivate you while the birds sing in harmony. towncreekbandb.com

Resorts Brasstown Valley Resort ........................................................ 706-379-9999 6321 U.S. Hwy. 76 Complete Resort Facilities Young Harris, GA 30582 Georgia’s Mountain Resort. 503 acre mountain resort with 134 rooms, bar, restaurants, championship golf course, tennis, hiking trails, conference center with 14 meeting rooms, amphitheatre and pavilions. Open all year. brasstownvalley.com 16

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Dining Bernie’s Restaurant at Nacoochee Valley Guest House....... 706-878-3830 2220 Highway 17    Catering and Wedding Facilities Sautee, GA 30571 This 1920 Inn offers magnificent views, a warm friendly atmosphere, three quaint and cozy rooms with a full breakfast. Bernie’s Restaurant offers casual fine dining, Dinner 6:00 - 8:30 Wed-Sat. letsgotobernies.com Corks & Crumbs ..................................................................... 706-698-9463 5 Southside Square Frogtown Cellars Wine Tasting Ellijay, GA 30540 Enjoy delicious lunches, Sunday brunches and mouth watering baked goods. Shop for lovely home accessories and wine accessories/products. Open Wednesday - Sunday. corksandcrumbs.com Corkscrew Cafe ....................................................................... 706-867-8551 51 Main Street Dahlonega, GA 30533 Next to the Holly Theater The Corkscrew Cafe offers a wide array of lunch, light dining and dinner entrees. We also have a great Sunday Brunch from noon until 3:00 pm. Our selection of wines is extraordinary. thecorkscrewcafe.com Dillard House.............................................................................800-541-0671 1158 Franklin Street Family style Southern dining. Dillard, GA.30537 Breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday, year-round. Our menus consist of generous proportions of delectable Southern dishes from recipes handed down to us from generations of Dillard House chefs. dillardhouse.com Edelweiss German Inn and The Vines Restaurant ................706-865-7371 747 Duncan Bridge Road A casual Fine Dining Restaurant Sautee, GA 30571 The menu highlights wine country cuisine inspired by European recipes featuring locally grown produce. Patrons are invited to bring their favorite bottle of wine to enjoy with their meal. edelweissgermaninn.com Winegrowers Association of Georgia

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Glen-Ella Springs..................................................................... 706-754-7295 1789 Bear Gap Road Clarkesville, GA 30523 Northeast Georgia’s Premier Country Inn Dinner at 6:00 PM nightly by reservation. Voted one of Georgia’s Top 10 dining destinations four consecutive years since 2004 by Georgia Trend Magazine. glenella.com

Holly Theater............................................................................. 706-864-3759 69 West Main Street Dahlonega, GA 30533 Family Entertainment A year round season of classic plays and Broadway style musicals. The Holly Children’s Theatre program offers after school drama classes and productions created with the entire family in mind. hollytheater.com

Grapes & Beans.........................................................................706-212-0020 42 E. Savannah Street  PO Box 1268 Restaurant, Coffee House Clayton, GA  30525 Lunch cafe and coffee house. Eat in or to go. Wines by the glass and by the bottle.  Lunch served from 11:30 to 2:30 seven days a week. grapesandbeans.com

Sautee Nacoochee Center for the Arts . ............................... 706-878-3300 283 Highway 255 N. Sautee Nacoochee, GA 30571 Theater, Dance, Art A thriving cultural and community center offering a Folk Pottery Museum, Theatre, Gallery, Art Studio, Dance Studio, History Museum, Heritage Site, Nature Preserve, and Conference Facilities. snca.org

Historic Lake Rabun Hotel & Restaurant..............................706-782-49468 35 Andrea Lane Gourmet Dining in Historic Surroundings Lakemont, GA 30552 Gourmet Dining with Southern Style, Award Winning Wines, Charming Accommodations, and Spectacular views of the lake. toll free 800-398-5134 e-mail: [email protected] web: lakerabunhotel.com Nacoochee Grill ....................................................................... 706-878-8020 7277 South Main Street  PO Box 725 Helen, GA  30545   North Georgia’s only Wood Fire Grill Featuring hand cut steaks, ribs and chops. Daily selection of fresh fish. Just 1/4 mile north of Habersham Winery on GA Highway 75. Open 7 days. Lunch 11:30- 3:30/ Dinner 5:00-9:00 / 10:00 Fri, Sat nacoocheegrill.com Stovall House Country Inn........................................................706-878-3355 1526 Hwy 255 North    It’s a Country Experience Sautee, GA 30571 Historic Victorian farmhouse with serene valley and mountain views. Unwind in one of five guest rooms, or enjoy dining with a fresh difference. Restaurant: Thur - Sat 5:30-8:30. Inn open 7 days/week. stovallhouse.com Tallulah Gorge Grill ................................................................. 706-754-9149 110 Main Street Tallulah Falls, GA 30573 Homemade desserts made fresh daily Artist Libby Mathews and her sons have created a delicious and unique lunch and dinner experience featuring locally grown products. Open 5 days a week. Walking distance from the Gorge. tallulahgrill.com The Blue Bicycle . .....................................................................706-265-2153 671 Lumpkin Campground Rd. - Suite 116 Dawsonville, GA 30534 Regional American cuisine with European influence Friendly faces and great food in a place to not feel rushed. Here you will find a unique menu featuring locally grown and fresh dishes that change with the seasons. bluebicycle.net

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Shopping Goats on the Roof 706-782-2784 3026 Hwy. 441 South Tiger, GA 30576 Never a B-a--a-d-d day at Goats on the Roof Inside Goats on the Roof you will find fresh fruits and vegetables, wines, cheeses, goat cheese products, homemade ice cream, homemade fudge, old fashioned candies, furniture, gifts for the season and just an enjoyable time. tigergoats.com Manna To Go............................................................................. 706-839-1441 1335 Washington Street Clarkesville, GA 30523 Edibles, Gifts, Libations Fully prepared gourmet meals that take only minutes to warm, wine to add the perfect touch to your meal without breaking the bank, gift baskets, home accents, beer, catering. mannatogo.com Old Sautee Store .....................................................................706-878-2281  Georgia Hwy. 17 & Hwy. 255  Sautee, GA  30571 130 Year Old General Store Museum Outstanding selection of cheeses & gourmet foods which pair beautifully with fine wines. Jewelry, books, sweaters, dinnerware and a wide variety of unique specialty items. M-Sat 9:30-5:30, Sun 12:00-5:30 sauteestore.com Timpson Creek Gallery ............................................................706-782-5164 7142 Hwy 76 West  Clayton, GA  30525 Unique High-style Furnishings and More A 6500 square foot gallery of sophisticated rustic elegance for your home, featuring high-style handcrafted furnishings, antiques and wearables. Open 10:00 - 5:00 Mon-Sat. Call for winter hours. timpsoncreek.com

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WAG Affiliate Members Services Adventure Express Tours and Transportation.......................706-892-4374 67 Mountain Overlook Dr. Cleveland, GA 30528 Wine Tours through the Mountains Call us for a guided tour on one of our 28 or 44 passenger buses. We can put together a half or full day wine tours including lunch or dinner leaving from the destination of your choice. adventureexpresstours.com Buckhead Coach Transportation Company........................... 404-296-2923 850 Dogwood Rd Suite A 400-624 Lawrenceville, GA 30044 Professional and reliable group transportation Luxury Modern Motorcoach buses with plush reclining seats, spacious seating arrangements, DVD,VCR, sound systems, rest room, and GPS tracking for your safety. buckheadcoach.com

Georgia’s vineyards are undergoing an exciting evolution, producing wines of truly exceptional quality. We invite you to experience the beauty of our vineyards and taste the quality of our wines as North Georgia emerges into a prominent wine growing region.

Publications Grape Anticipation .................................................................. 404-324-7919 570 West Crossville Road Suite 101 Roswell, GA 30075 Georgia Wine buyers Resource Georgia based wine magazine focusing on regional wine news and events, covering national and international wine stories. Regular segments include: Wine kept simple and wine ratings for over 100 labels. insidegrape.com

Up and Coming Vineyards Cavender Creek Vineyards & Future Winery........................ 770-823-9255 Located five miles east of Dahlonega, this 15 acre property has three acres of vineyards, and features a tasting room inside a restored 1820 hand hewn Tennessee log cabin. Stonewall Creek Vineyard, Tiger, GA . .................................. 706-212-0584 A small vineyard started in 2004 with the goal of producing quality vinifera grapes. Using sustainable agricultural techniques including dry farming, we are currently testing different varieties, clones, and rootstocks. First harvest fall of 2008. Visitors by personal invitation only. stonewallcreek.com

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Georgia’s Fine Wine producers BlackStock Vineyards Château Élan Winery & Resort Crane Creek Vineyards Frogtown Cellars Habersham Vineyards & Winery Montaluce Winery & Vineyards Persimmon Creek Vineyards Sharp Mountain Vineyards Tiger Mountain Vineyards Wolf Mountain Vineyards

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