Showing 7 top-rated wineries • Updated June 2026
Gatlinburg Wine Trail
The Gatlinburg Wine Trail earns enthusiastic praise for its exceptional staff who transform tastings into memorable experiences. Visitors consistently rave about specific hosts—particularly Missy, Garrett, Randy, and Brian—who are described as knowledgeable, hilarious, and genuinely engaging. The trail offers a solid variety of wines and ciders, with the Artist Series dry wine selection getting special mentions, and guests appreciate how staff take time to educate without being stuffy about it.
Smokin Banjo
Smokin Banjo delivers a genuinely fun tasting experience along Gatlinburg's Wine Trail, with visitors consistently praising the friendly, knowledgeable staff—particularly Emily, Sydney, and Ryan who get mentioned by name. The hard ciders earn special attention, especially the spicy raspberry variety, and the buy-5-get-1-free bottle deal makes it easy to stock up on favorites. One significant complaint involved a staff member allegedly misrepresenting a wine variety and another visitor felt rushe
Old Mountain Wine Company
Local winery featuring a convivial tasting bar, free tours & a store for regional souvenirs.
Goodwater Winery
Goodwater Vineyards earns enthusiastic praise as Gatlinburg's only winery that grows its own grapes, with visitors consistently highlighting the friendly, knowledgeable staff—particularly "Uncle Steve" and Kristen—who create a welcoming, hometown atmosphere. The wine slushies are a major draw, and guests appreciate finding drier wine options among the typically sweet mountain varieties. While the in-person experience gets rave reviews, one visitor warns that online ordering and phone communicati
Tennessee Homemade Wines - Gatlinburg Winery
This winery consistently delivers memorable tastings thanks to standout staff members like Fred, Kate, Amber, and Sean who clearly know their wines and make visitors feel welcome. The fruit wines—especially the blackberry, peach, and 10-year blueberry—earn rave reviews, and many visitors return year after year as part of the popular wine trail. While the experience is generally excellent, a couple of guests encountered service missteps during busy periods, including one incident with unprofessio
Gatlinburg Winery
Gatlinburg Winery wins over visitors with its playful, sweet fruit wines—particularly the cult-favorite Cotton Candy flavor that converts even non-wine drinkers into enthusiastic buyers. The staff generally receives high marks for being friendly, knowledgeable, and creating a welcoming atmosphere during tastings. However, service can be inconsistent, with at least one report of being ignored upon arrival, and recent recipe changes to signature flavors have disappointed loyal customers.
Smoky Mountain Winery
Unique, prominent winery featuring a range of award-winning varietals, a tasting room & a gift shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best wineries in Gatlinburg?
Based on our TSM Score™ rankings, Gatlinburg Wine Trail is currently the top-rated winery in Gatlinburg with a rating of 5.0 from 1,132 reviews.
How many wineries are there in Gatlinburg?
We currently track 7 wineries in Gatlinburg, all rated and reviewed by real visitors. Our list is updated regularly as new businesses open and reviews come in.
When is the best time to visit wineries in Gatlinburg?
The best time depends on your trip style. Peak weekends bring the most demand, while weekdays and shoulder seasons are usually easier for parking, reservations, and better lodging value.
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