Wineries, Near Nashville TN

Tennessee is more than Moonshine and Whiskey!

For the last twenty years Tennesseans have had their hands in the art of commercially making wine. As of today, Tennessee has 25 wineries located throughout the state. Many of these wineries have won national and international awards. Among these award winners is Grinders Switch which also happens to be the home of Minnie Pearl. Annually, Nashville holds two of the finest wine events... we invite you to join us in May and September to try Tennessee's Fine Wine for yourself.


Annual Wine Events:

May 15, 2010
12:00-6:00pm @ Nashville Shores
Celebrate all things Tennessee at A Toast to Tennessee Wine Festival. With award winning Tennessee wineries offering samplings of their finest wines, this festival continues to be one of the area’s most anticipated events! More than just a showcase for great wine, this event offers live music, gourmet food, free wine & food seminars, fine artisans, and complimentary lake cruises. Whether wine is your livelihood, your hobby, or just something you’d like to learn more about, A Toast to Tennessee Wine Festival is not to be missed!

Wine on the RiverWebsite: http://nashville.about.com/gi/o.htm?zi=1/XJ&zTi=1&sdn=nashville&cdn=citiestowns&tm=130&gps=210_964_934_570&f=11&su=p284.9.336.ip_p554.12.336.ip_&tt=2&bt=1&bts=1&zu=http%3A//www.wineontheriver.com/Wine on the River, the first event ever held on the Shelby Street Pedestrian Bridge, continues it's annual wine tasting festival every fall overlooking the Downtown Nashville Skyline. Wine offerings include hundreds of wines, from all around the world. Live music & specialty foods are available onsite.Tickets are under $40 A designated drivers discount is offered.

Middle Tennessee Wineries:

Middle Tennessee WineriesArrington Vineyard & WineryAddress: 6211 Patton Road Arrington, TN 37014Phone: 615-395-0102Website:www.arringtonvineyards.comThe Arrington Vineyard opened in the summer of 2007 and is located in Williamson County on 75 acres. It offers a wonderful rustic lodge that is used for events and wine tastings.Amber Falls Winery & CellarsAddress: 794 Ridgetop Road Hampshire, TN 38461Phone: 931-285-0088

Website:www.amberfallswinery.comAmber Falls Winery & Cellars located in the beautiful high ridges of Middle Tennessee near the Natchez Trace Parkway, offers a variety of fine wines with complimentary tasting in the wine cellar tasting room. Also available are: pavilions for picnics or relaxing with good wine, upstairs viewing room of winery, vineyard tours, special events, venue for weddings, meetings, reunions etc. and a charming guest cottage.Beachaven Vineyards & WineryAddress: 1100 Dunlop Lane, Clarksville, TN 37040 Phone: 931-645-8867

Website:www.beanscreekwinery.comBeans Creek Winery is located in Manchester and it's wine offerings range from dry full-bodied reds to sweet whites and fruit wines.Chateau Ross WineryAddress: 5823 Fulton Road, Springfield, TN 37172Phone: 615-654-9463
Website:www.chateauross.comChateau Ross is a small private winery and vineyard located in Robertson County, near the Kentucky state line. Private tours and tastings are by appointment only.Chestnut Hill WineryAddress: PO Box 488, Crossville, TN, 38555 -I-40 and Peavine Rd(exit 322)Phone: 931-707-5656 / 888-848-4883Website:www.chestnuthillwinery.comGrinder's Switch WineryAddress: 2119 Hwy 50 West Loop Centerville, TN 37033Phone: 931-729-3690

Website:http://nashville.about.com/gi/o.htm?zi=1/XJ&zTi=1&sdn=nashville&cdn=citiestowns&tm=76&gps=171_1456_355_562&f=11&su=p284.9.336.ip_p554.12.336.ip_&tt=2&bt=1&bts=1&zu=http%3A//www.gswinery.com/Holly Ridge WineryAddress: 486 O'Neil Road, Livingston, TN 38570Phone: 931-823-8375
Website:www.hollyridgewinery.comHolly Ridge is family owned and operated. Conveniently located in Overton County, it offers several annual events and most all include live music and plenty of food. Their annual Grape Stompin' Festival, held in early fall, is a local favorite. Holly Ridge also offers banquet facilities that cater up to 200 of your closest friends.Highland ManorAddress: 2965 South York Highway, Jamestown, TN 38556Phone: 931-879-9519

Website:www.highlandmanorwinery.comHighland Manor, located in Jamestown, is Tennessee's oldest winery. They offer several annual events including A Wine & Swine Celebration and the End of Harvest Celebration. They also offer "Unique Cellar Tours" which are free and available upon request. Their walls are filled with medals that they have been awarded over the years. Highland Manor is a must stop for wine lovers.Keg SpringsAddress: 361 Keg Springs Road, Hampshire, TN 38461Phone: 931-285-0589

Website:www.kegsprings.comKeg Springs is a locally owned and operated winery, and is located just off the Natchez Trace Parkway near historic Hohenwald. Keg Springs opened in 2004, making it one of Tennessee's newest Wineries.Long Hollow Winery and VineyardsAddress: 665 Long Hollow Pike Goodlettsville, TN 37072Phone: 615-859-5559

Website:http://nashville.about.com/gi/o.htm?zi=1/XJ&zTi=1&sdn=nashville&cdn=citiestowns&tm=152&gps=218_2152_355_562&f=11&su=p284.9.336.ip_p554.12.336.ip_&tt=2&bt=1&bts=1&zu=http%3A//www.longhollowwinery.com/Established in 2001, Long Hollow Winery is located 15 minutes north from the Grand Ole Opry and is actually owned and operated by Grand Ole Opry Star, Stu Phillips and his wife, Aldona. Throughout the year, Long Hollow Winery offers complimentary wine and cheese tastings, and, by appointment only, personalized tours and concerts for large groups. Wines include Shakle Island made from a local dry red wine recipe.Lowe's WineryAddress: 136 Forrest Hill Road, Cookeville, TN 38506Phone: 931-498-4014 Monteagle WineryAddress: 827 West Main Street, Monteagle, TN 37356Phone: 931-924-9400

Website:www.monteaglewinery.comMonteagle Winery has won over 150 state, national, and international awards over the years. It is located atop the Monteagle Mountain just outside of Chattanooga and specialize in wines made regional grapes and other comparable fruit. The winery also offers several special events that include Music on the Mountain, art and craft exhibitions by local artisans, Monteagle Mountain Fog Festival and Vinofaire. Red Barn Winery and VineyardAddress: 1805 Tanyard Road, Lafayette, TN 37083Phone: 615-688-6012

Website:www.redbarnwinery.comRed Barn Winery, opened in 2000 and really was an old tobacco barn before it was transformed into what is now known as the Red Barn Winery. This is one busy Winery as they offer wide range of events ranging from a Murder Mystery Comedy Theater (held several times a year) to catered functions for private parties that include weddings, reunions and more. Make sure to grab up a bottle of the local favorite; Tennessee Red Neck Wine on your next visit as it will always garner a laugh or two a dinner parties.Sumner Crest Winery & VineyardAddress: 5306 Highway 52, Portland, TN 37148Phone: 615-325-4086

Website:www.sumnercrestwinery.comSumner Crest Winery, opened in 1997 and offers free events every summer ranging from live music, grape-stomping to even a car show or two. Most events are held on Saturday evening and all are family orientated. Portland is known as the Strawberry capitol of Tennessee so make sure to taste the Portland Strawberry Blush on your next visit.Tri-Star Vineyards & WineryAddress: 168 Scales Road, Shelbyville, TN 37160Phone: 931-294-3062

Website:www.tristarwinery.comTri-Star Vineyards & Winery is located in Shelbyville, home of the Annual Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration and offer variety of grape, muscadine and berry wines ranging from dry to sweet and from white to deep reds.