Blue Ridge is one of North Georgia’s favorite mountain-town getaways, and it has quietly become a great place to taste wine. If you are planning a trip and want to work a glass or two into your day, here is what wine tasting in Blue Ridge actually looks like, and how to do it right on Main Street.
Can you go wine tasting in downtown Blue Ridge?
Yes. While much of Georgia’s wine country is spread across the countryside, you can taste wine right in the heart of downtown Blue Ridge without leaving Main Street. Doghobble Cellars is a cozy tasting room at 598 E Main St that brings wines from Doghobble Wine Farm, an 80-acre vineyard on the Dahlonega Plateau, straight into town. It is walkable, relaxed, and built for exactly the kind of easygoing afternoon Blue Ridge is known for.
What is there to taste at Doghobble Cellars?
The tasting room pours 15 craft wines by the glass, flight, or bottle, spanning red, white, sparkling, and sweet, so there is something for every palate. Highlights from the Doghobble lineup include: –
Norton, the full-bodied signature red often called America’s grape
Lomanto, a fruity, fun crowd-favorite red you will not find just anywhere
Carlos, a crisp, dry muscadine that surprises people who think muscadine means sweet.
Sparkling and sweet options for celebrations and easy sipping
You can explore the whole range in the complete guide to Doghobble’s wines ». The tasting room also offers a small selection from neighboring Georgia vineyards, so you can sample around the region in one stop.
Is there food with the wine?
Yes. Doghobble Cellars serves baked empanadas and shareable small platesthat pair nicely with the wine, plus seasonal wine slushies and wine cocktails when the weather calls for it. It is tapas-style, meant for grazing and lingering rather than a full sit-down meal, which makes it easy to fit between shopping, exploring, or dinner reservations elsewhere in town.
How does a wine flight work?
A flight is the best way to taste widely in one visit. Instead of committing to a single glass, you get a set of smaller pours so you can compare several wines side by side. It is perfect if you are new to Georgia wine or curious about the native varietals, since you can taste a dry red, a crisp white, and a sweet wine back to back and find what you love. Ask the staff to walk you through the lineup.
What are Doghobble Cellars’ hours?
Doghobble Cellars is open: –
Monday to Saturday:12 to 7pm
Sunday:12:30 to 6pm
Walk-ins are welcome, and the Main Street location makes it easy to drop in whenever your day brings you downtown.
Are there wine events in Blue Ridge?
Yes. Beyond daily tastings, Doghobble Cellars hosts regular events that have become part of the downtown scene, including Comedy and Wine nights featuring touring comedians, Vino and Vinyl evenings, and seasonal gatherings. They are a fun way to turn a simple tasting into a whole evening out. Check current happenings when you visit the Cellars page »
Where is Doghobble Cellars located?
Doghobble Cellars is at 598 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513, right in the walkable heart of downtown, with a patio overlooking Main Street. It is easy to reach on foot from the shops, restaurants, and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. If you are exploring the area, see our guide to things to do in downtown Blue Ridge »
Is Doghobble Cellars the same as the vineyard?
Not quite, and it is worth knowing the difference. Doghobble Cellars is the tasting room in Blue Ridge. Doghobble Wine Farm is the 80-acre vineyard about an hour south in Dahlonega, where the grapes are grown and the wine is made. You can taste the same wines at either one. We break it all down in Doghobble Cellars vs. Doghobble Wine Farm »
Doghobble Cellars
598 E Main St, Blue Ridge, GA 30513
(706) 725-4125 · doghobblecellars@doghobblevineyard.com
Monday to Saturday 12 to 7pm · Sunday 12:30 to 6pm · Walk-ins welcome
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