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Picnicking at Vineyards in North Georgia

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  1. Johnny says:
    February 12, 2022 at 9:26 am

    Great article! What is best than spending some time in the open-air with family and friends? Doing it at a Vineyard haha!
    This is a great map to plan my next road trip. My wife and I are wine lovers so this article just fits us perfectly. Thank you so much for gathering this information, hope to visit them soon!

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    • Alyce says:
      February 14, 2022 at 10:58 am

      Hi Johnny, Your timing is great as we are starting to get some beautiful, warm weather days that make for fantastic  North Georgia vineyard picnics. Enjoy!

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  2. Jim says:
    September 23, 2021 at 4:12 pm

    What an interesting article Alyce. The map you have provided will be very helpful in planning a tour of the Vineyards. I can think of nothing better than spending time in some of these beautiful places with my lovely wife. We are hoping to travel to the States once the Covid situation is under control, and Georgia will definitely be on our must see list. 

    I can’t think of anything more relaxing then taking a picnic basket to one or two of these vineyards, sipping wine while enjoying the scenery, and simply enjoying the moment.

     I’m very intrigued by the Gaining goat winery, I’ve heard about this species of goat but never seen them in the flesh. 

    Tganjs Jim

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    • Alyce says:
      September 23, 2021 at 8:09 pm

      Hi Jim, vineyard picnics are a great way to spend an afternoon and the goats at Fainting Goats Vineyards are adorable! I haven’t yet seen the fainting goats in a “passed-out” state, but even so, they are quite a fun presence at the vineyard.

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  3. Jerry McCoy says:
    September 22, 2021 at 3:04 pm

    This looks to be a delightful way to have a most interesting day. It also looks like a great way to see and experience a great deal of Georgia. I hope you have reached out to the Georgia Tourism Board with your information. It looks as if you took the work out of it for them.

    Are there any other restrictions at the vineyards that you did not list? Do they have a website where you can purchase once you get home? Do they have mail order? Are they authorized to ship wine to destinations around the world?

    Viewing each of these vineyards would take several days to accomplish but it would be well worth it. You get to taste several different wines, some local favorites, as well as the more traditional. It would be a great trip to make to interact with a loved one for the memories of the vineyard and of Northern Georgia.

    Jerry

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    • Alyce says:
      September 23, 2021 at 11:02 am

      Hi Jerry, Thanks so much for sharing. There are a lot of vineyards to choose from, and they all operate independently, so you should reach out to the place(s) you are going to with your specific questions about restrictions. Many of these North Ga vineyards do offer to ship, but the places they are able to ship are usually determined by local laws about mailing alcohol. 

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  4. Geoff says:
    April 30, 2021 at 2:32 pm

    Wow, such a great choice of vineyards.  It would take weeks to get around all of those.

    Its great that you can take a picnic and just enjoy the view.  It’s great that you can take dogs too, as we go nowhere without our dog.

    Do they get very busy?  When is the best time to visit?

    Thanks for sharing.

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    • Alyce says:
      May 1, 2021 at 11:35 am

      Hi Geoff, There are definitely plenty of options for a vineyard picnic in North Georgia, and we especially enjoy taking our dog with us to enjoy a nice day. 

      The vineyards are busiest on the weekends and during the peak leaf-changing Fall season. To me, it’s the most beautiful in the Fall and worth dealing with bigger crowds to see the amazing colors. It is helpful to take your own chairs just in case you need and want a seat during peak times. Enjoy!

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  5. Rene K. says:
    April 30, 2021 at 2:28 pm

    Wow! your site is super next level, I love your use of widgets and how informative your site is. When I visit Georgia, this site bookmarked is going to be my most helpful planning tool for sure.  There were times where I felt maybe a little bombarded by so much information but Your delivery is pretty good and with the topic, there really isnt any other way to deliver the information other than straight forward.

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  6. Kevin says:
    April 7, 2021 at 8:01 pm

    Hi Alyce, these vineyards in North Georgia look amazing. I love how you talked about which vineyards allowed dogs or not. What would you say is the specialty of various North Georgian wineries? White wine? Red wine? Or something else? I would love to know for a potential trip to North Georgia. Then I can plan what food to bring to couple with the wines. Thanks for the awesome post!

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    • Alyce says:
      April 8, 2021 at 9:15 am

      Hi Kevin, Each of the wineries in North Georgia carves out its own identity, so it’s hard to pick one type of wine as a specialty. There are whites, reds, roses, and sparkling wines, and some places even offer a “wine slushie” during warmer months. Most vineyards offer at least a few white wines and a few red wines to choose from, which should give you a lot of great food pairing options. 

      When you choose a vineyard (or two) where you would like to spend an afternoon, check their online wine list for an idea of whether to expect sweet versus dry wines, etc. This should help you to create the perfect food pairings for your vineyard picnic!

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  7. Rich Gilbert says:
    February 20, 2021 at 11:39 am

    I lived in Atlanta for about 8 years before moving to the beach. I never made it to the Georgia Mountains. It is not too far away from my current home. When things clear up, I need to plan to visit some of the vineyards you mention here. Do you think the wines are as good as those in the Sonoma Valley of California? I have not been able to find a good Pinot Noir from any vineyard on this side of the country. 

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    • Alyce says:
      February 20, 2021 at 7:45 pm

      Hi Rich, There are some wonderful wines available in Georgia, but my favorite Pinot Noir wines are usually from Willamette Valley in Oregon. I recommend visiting Frogtown Cellars for an excellent selection of red wines.  I have found that it is beneficial to let your server know your tasting preferences so that they can guide you to selections that you will enjoy the most. Cheers!

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  8. Josh says:
    November 16, 2020 at 7:23 pm

    Again, thank you for sharing this helpful information about vineyard picnics. This isn’t always information that is easy to find on winery websites so it’s helpful to have it all compiled in one place right here (plus a vineyard map!).  

    Beautiful spaces and I’m already planning my mix of charcuterie items to take on my next trip to the vineyards!! 🙂

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  9. roprimixz says:
    November 16, 2020 at 7:22 pm

    Hello there – this is fantastic! Thanks for sharing where I can take my friends and family on a nice day to enjoy good local wines with our own favorite picnic foods. It’s helpful to know which places allow dogs and what types of other things the vineyards may offer like live music. Loved the photos too! Thanks for pulling this all together, it’s definitely going to help us plan a great vineyard picnic outing in north Georgia!

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    • Alyce says:
      November 16, 2020 at 8:38 pm

      It’s wonderful to hear that you found this information helpful for your trip planning. I hope you all are able to enjoy a lovely picnic!

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  10. Eirian Silver says:
    November 13, 2020 at 10:26 am

    Oh this was a good read to come across. I’m going to have to convince my boyfriend to take me traveling. He’s not much of a traveler, but I think he’d actually go for this since it’s not horrendously far for a drive. Plus several of the locations look really nice. I also haven’t been on a picnic since I was in high school, and that was just at a swimming pool. A real picnic would be nice. It’d be great for a bonding experience. This was super nice to come across.

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    • Alyce says:
      November 13, 2020 at 10:56 am

      Hi Eirian, I’m so happy to hear that you’ve enjoyed learning about having picnics at the North Georgia vineyards. They are definitely a nice way to enjoy the scenery on a pretty day in the mountains!

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  11. Castle says:
    November 13, 2020 at 10:24 am

    North Georgia looks like a beautifull area of North America. I would love to be able to spend time there. At the moment that isn’t possible. But It is great in these difficult times it is great to read websites like this. It helps to keep you motivate and focused on a positive future. I love this site.

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    • Alyce says:
      November 13, 2020 at 10:54 am

      Hi Castle, It is definitely not ideal that the world can’t move around freely right now due to the COVID pandemic. Hopefully the virus’s days are numbered and our adventures can return again soon! I agree that it is helpful to stay motivated and continue planning for a better future (including travelling to beautiful places). 

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  12. Joseph Stasaitis says:
    November 11, 2020 at 12:41 pm

    This brings back a lot of fond memories of picnics with family and friends that I had growing up. Georgia is such a beautiful place as is Connecticut where I grew up. I would love to have a picnic at the Vineyards at some point in time. I have been to Georgia but never experienced the Georgia Mountains. So many wonderful choices at the Vineyards. It is on my list of places to visit. 

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    • Alyce says:
      November 11, 2020 at 3:29 pm

      Hi Joseph, I hope you get a chance to visit the Georgia mountains soon and enjoy a relaxing day of tasting wine and picnicking at a vineyard!

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  13. Misael H says:
    November 6, 2020 at 12:51 pm

    This is all very interesting to read and look at! I love the imagery you used, you can tell the images are authentic. I love this, it all seems so simple yet so pleasing and you have provided a great deal of valuable information for your audience! I will certainly be coming back to this website in the future as I can see that you are so diverse with what you talk about. Thank you very much for this article 

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    • Alyce says:
      November 6, 2020 at 4:32 pm

      Hi Misael, A picnic at a mountain vineyard is a really nice way to support local businesses and families, support local farming / agriculture, and to enjoy a nice day while doing so! I’m so glad to hear that you found it helpful!

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  14. Anastazja says:
    November 6, 2020 at 12:40 pm

    Picnicing at a vineyard is one of our favorite things to do.  I am fortunate to live in wine country in California, not the famous Sonoma or Napa Valleys, but in the Santa Lucia Highlands.  We often take a picnic lunch to different wineries within about 20 miles, but our favorite is the Hahn Vineyards.  The winery is set on a small mountain side that overlooks the Salinas Valley.  Comfortable tables on the porch or blankets spread in the grass make for a wonderful afternoon.  You article is a great reference for anyone living in your part of the country,.

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    • Alyce says:
      November 6, 2020 at 4:29 pm

      Hi Anastazja, It sounds like you live in a beautiful place full of great options for vineyard picnicking! Thanks so much for sharing!!

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  15. Kelvin says:
    October 31, 2020 at 2:40 pm

    Picnicking at vineyards in North Georgia sounds great. Although I have not had any experience on what it feels like, but from all I have reading this article, it seems to be a really unique way to spend an afternoon. The Georgia Mountains sounds like a place of endless wonders and beauty. All I have read about the best places in the Georgia Mountains are always sounding great.

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    • Alyce says:
      November 2, 2020 at 11:06 am

      Hi Kelvin, I agree that vineyard picnics are a great choice when looking for a unique way to have fun in North Georgia!

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  16. Julai says:
    October 30, 2020 at 12:47 pm

    What beautiful places to go picnicking with the entire family! My family lives in Spain, but we love nature a lot and vineyards are very close to our hearts because we live in an are surrounded by vineyards. We are in an area that is known as the “wine capital of Catalunya”.

    We once visited a vineyard and availed of its guided tour. And afterwards, we bought some wine in their store for souvenir. my husband and I bought several bottles thinking that they’re cheaper compared to the ones available in the grocery store since they are bought directly from the manufacturer.

    But when we checked the prices in the grocery store, the ones in the grocery store are actually cheaper. 🙁 And we were able to encounter this twice. And then we found out it’s just a marketing strategy trying to make the customers believe that the wines in their store are cheaper than the grocery store.

    But all in all, it’s completely ok with us because the experience was superb.

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    • Alyce says:
      October 31, 2020 at 1:32 pm

      Hi Julai, your family’s home sounds wonderful! 

      I also found it surprising that vineyard wineries sell their wine at the full retail price. There are sometimes a couple of ways to get around this markup. Some places give customers a discount if they purchase a case or more of wine. Also, if there is a wine club, the members will usually get a discount on bottles (in addition to other benefits). 

      Thanks for sharing!

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  17. Trevor says:
    October 30, 2020 at 12:42 pm

    I have been following the development of your website Gamountainsguide with great interest & have previously saved the url.  You have certainly got me interested in a visit to Georgia after the C19 crisis calms down.   I love hiking in mountains, and I love visiting vinyards too. Particularly the sampling and eating bit!  You have also highlighted a range of great restaurants too.  Now you have added some great suggestions for picknicking.  Here is a practical point, what about drink driving?  Is there a central location from where one can be based in this area and then take reasonably priced taxis or local vineyard vans to collect you (& return) so you can have a great day out at the vinyards without worrying about drink driving?

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    • Alyce says:
      October 31, 2020 at 1:24 pm

      Hi Trevor, The vineyards are not located in within the mountain towns, so transportation options are somewhat limited. Rideshare services like Lyft and Uber might be available and a few places might have taxi service. There are also a few tour operators who offer bus and van tours to the vineyards, but these need to be scheduled in advance. It is definitely wise to have a plan before you go to the vineyard!

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  18. Nuttanee says:
    October 30, 2020 at 11:35 am

    I agree, I myself enjoy a picnic on a nice day especially this time of the year which is bugs free and I get to sip a hot cider and enjoy a scenery. Your Nina is so cute. I am sure she is a husky, she is very similar to my Shiro. Thank you for sharing all these vineyards and the how tos for the picnic. 

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    • Alyce says:
      October 30, 2020 at 12:09 pm

      Hi Nuttanee, not having to deal with bugs at this time of year is a huge plus!!

      You are correct — Nina is a husky — and aren’t huskies the best?? We adopted her after she walked into our yard about a year ago and we were unable to find her owner. We had no idea what we were getting into, but have found huskies to be very smart and equally silly. She’s been a great dog and she definitely enjoys the outings for picnics in the mountain vineyards! 🙂 

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  19. QueenAna says:
    October 29, 2020 at 6:36 pm

    This is a very impressive website.  I am drawn in to visit each of the places you have described.  You give living detail which encourages the reader to start making plans to travel.  They will have a difficult time selecting where to go first.  This is very well done.  The only question would be, are airplane fares included? and of course, do we bring a tent or stay in an RV, or in a hotel?  I am not being serious, about the travel arrangements.  But, I am serious about how great your information is.  You provide enough information that a novice or new traveler would be able to make decisions.  I look forward to reading more posts from you. We love to travel!

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    • Alyce says:
      October 30, 2020 at 10:51 am

      Hi QueenAna, There are a lot of different ways to stay in the Georgia mountains, and you’re welcome to do whichever one(s) you prefer. There are campsites of all types, basic treehouses, luxury treehouses, waterfront rentals with boats, and you can even stay overnight at some of these great vineyards!!

      I hope you enjoy your trip!!

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