In the Johnson County area there are a couple of Tennessee and Virginia wineries, which provide tours, tastings and an opportunity to purchase their wines. Both are within a short drive of the Iron Mountain Inn, Lakeside Cottage and Creekside Chalet. And a little further away is the renowned Biltmore Estate’s Winery in Asheville, North Carolina.

Countryside Winery
http:// www.cvwineryandsupply.com

A pleasant drive around Watauga Lake and onto backcountry roads, brings you to Countryside Winery. Take a tour to see how their award-winning wines are made. Then enjoy tasting the wines. They also have supplies to make your own wine and beer.

Abingdon Winery
http://www.abingdonwinery.com

We are a small Virginia Farm Winery located in Abingdon on the far southwest side of Virginia near the Tri-Cities of Bristol, Johnson City and Kingsport, TN. We acquired 53 acres of land in this beautiful area and thought we would do something to keep us healthy, active and creating something.

We began planning our 10-acre vineyard in 1997; planted our first 500 plants in 1998 and completed our 6000 plants by 2001. Our main grape varieties are: Cabernet Franc, Riesling, Chardonel, Traminette, Pinot Noir, Norton, Chambourcin, Viognier. Our first fermentation began with our year 2000 harvest.

Tours, wine tastings and special events along the shore of the Holston River. A perfect day trip.

Biltmore Estate Winery
http://www.biltmoreestate.com/explore/winery.shtml

Visit the Estate and then enjoy tasting and touring the renowned winery.