Cades Cove Cellars

Best For

Wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs seeking quality tastings • Tourists vacationing in the Smoky Mountains looking for local experiences • Gift shoppers seeking wine and wine-related items for friends and family

Pro Tip

Ask the staff to coordinate your tasting based on your flavor preferences (sweet, dry, etc.) for a customized experience, and inquire about case discounts if you find wines you love

About Cades Cove Cellars

This Townsend winery wins visitors over with genuinely friendly staff who take time for real conversations, not just transactions. The sweet fruit wines—particularly the Firefly blackberry, Harvest Moon pear, and house-made mead—earn enthusiastic repeat buyers. While most guests rave about the personal attention from staff like Angela, Sarah, and Jasmine, a handful note that tastings can feel rushed compared to other wine regions, and service quality isn't always consistent.

Amenities & Features

Exceptional sweet and fruit wines, especially the Firefly blackberry, Harvest Moon pear, sweet Muscadine varieties, and house-made meadStaff members who engage in genuine conversation and provide knowledgeable recommendations (Angela, Sarah, and Jasmine frequently mentioned by name)Free tastings with generous policy—3 samples that can be shared between guestsConvenient location on the Gatlinburg Wine Trail and as a stop on the way into Townsend

Visitor Sentiment

Based on reviews

Cades Cove Cellars receives consistently positive feedback from visitors. Located in Townsend, it's a solid choice for the area.