Tennessee wine trails
- Tennessee has more than 100 licensed wineries, per the Tennessee Farm Winegrowers Alliance.
- Growers plant European grapes next to native and hybrid ones: dry reds from Chambourcin, Norton and Cabernet Franc, whites from Vidal Blanc, Traminette and Chardonel, plus estate muscadine.
- East Tennessee includes the new Nine Lakes of East Tennessee AVA in the Smokies foothills.
- Highland Manor Winery in Jamestown is the oldest licensed winery in Tennessee, according to TN Vacation.
All wine trails in Tennessee
| Trail | Region | Wineries | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foothills Wine & Cider Trail | East Tennessee (Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Wears Valley, Townsend) | – | Official site |
| Great Valley Wine Trail unconfirmed | East Tennessee, Tennessee River Valley | – | Official site |
| Natchez Trace Wine Trail unconfirmed | Middle Tennessee, along the Natchez Trace Parkway | 5 | Official site |
| Rocky Top Wine Trail | Great Smoky Mountains area | 5 | Official site |
| Tennessee Wine Trail | Statewide, Memphis to the Smoky Mountains | – | Official site |
| Upper Cumberland Wine Trail | Upper Cumberland, Middle Tennessee | 8 | Official site |
| West Tennessee Wine Trail | West Tennessee | 7 | Official site |
Frequently asked questions
How many wine trails are in Tennessee?
We list 7 wine trails in Tennessee (5 confirmed active). A trail counts only if it has its own website or an official tourism page.
How many wineries are in Tennessee?
About 100, according to this official source.