Gatlinburg Wine Trail: All 5 Stops Explained

Gatlinburg has a dedicated wine and cider trail — five stops connected by a $10 passport, four of them within walking distance on the main Parkway. Every tasting is complimentary; the pass unlocks VIP pours at all five locations and a free gift when you complete the trail within seven days. Here's what each stop offers.

The Gatlinburg Wine Trail

The Gatlinburg Wine Trail connects five tasting locations in Gatlinburg and Sevierville. The Trail Pass costs $10 per person and can be purchased at any stop — start wherever you like and complete all five within seven days to receive a free gift at your final location. All tasting room visitors must be 21 or older. Four of the five Gatlinburg stops are on the same stretch of Parkway and within easy walking distance of each other; the fifth is at Tanger Outlets in Sevierville. Full trail information at gatlinburgwinetrail.com.

Tennessee Cider Co. — Gatlinburg

Tennessee Cider Co. at 611 Parkway Suite B6 is Gatlinburg's original cider house — established in 2019 and now carrying dozens of classic and non-traditional hard ciders ranging from traditional apple to creative fruit and spice varieties. The tasting bar lets you sample across the full lineup before committing to a bottle. The Gatlinburg location is a Wine Trail stop and is open daily until 11 PM.

Smokin' Banjo — Gatlinburg

Smokin' Banjo at 631 Parkway bills itself as "the rebel of the rollin' hills" — a Gatlinburg tasting room specializing in sparkling wines and ciders that skew toward smoother, lighter styles. The selection leans toward approachable, Tennessee-made sparkling options rather than heavy dry reds. For visitors who prefer a wine experience that's more festive than serious, Smokin' Banjo offers a distinct personality from the other Wine Trail stops. Open daily until 11 PM and just a short walk from Tennessee Cider Co.

Tennessee Homemade Wines — Gatlinburg

Tennessee Homemade Wines at 643 Parkway is the anchor of the Wine Trail — rated the number one winery in Tennessee on TripAdvisor and Yelp, and in operation since 2014. The tasting bar offers over 40 wines and ciders, with the selection skewing toward the sweet fruit wines and unique varieties that Tennessee winemaking is known for: White Knuckle Grape, Proper Peach, Blueberry Bammer, and a rotating lineup of seasonal and specialty flavors. The rustic tasting room creates a relaxed atmosphere that works for both wine enthusiasts and casual visitors trying Tennessee wine for the first time. Complimentary tastings daily; open until 11 PM.

Old Mountain Wine Company — Gatlinburg

Old Mountain Wine Company at 1133 Parkway sits closest to the national park entrance — a convenient last stop before heading into the park or a first stop on the way back into town. The selection covers wines, ciders, and meads made with farmed fruits, giving it the broadest format of the five stops. The mead selection in particular is a distinctive offering not found at the other trail locations. Open daily until 11 PM.

Tennessee Cider Co. & Tennessee Homemade Wines — Sevierville

The fifth and final Wine Trail stop is a joint location of Tennessee Cider Co. and Tennessee Homemade Wines at Tanger Outlets, 1645 Parkway Suite 950 in Sevierville — a 15-minute drive north of downtown Gatlinburg. With free parking and the full combined selection of both brands under one roof, the Sevierville location is the most convenient stop for visitors who are already shopping at Tanger Outlets or arriving from the Knoxville direction. Open daily from 10 AM to 9 PM (Sundays until 7 PM).

Frequently asked questions

How does the Gatlinburg Wine Trail pass work?

Purchase a Wine Trail Pass for $10 per person at any of the five locations. The pass gets you VIP tastings at each stop. Visit all five within seven days and receive a free gift at your final location. You can start at any stop and complete the trail in any order. Must be 21 or older to taste. Full details at gatlinburgwinetrail.com.

Are the Gatlinburg wineries on the Parkway walkable?

Yes — four of the five stops are on the Gatlinburg Parkway and three of them (Tennessee Cider Co., Smokin' Banjo, and Tennessee Homemade Wines) are within 400 feet of each other, making them easily walkable in sequence. Old Mountain Wine Company is further south on the Parkway near the park entrance and requires a short walk or drive. The Sevierville location at Tanger Outlets requires a car.