If you love pretty drives and a good pour, the Great Valley Wine Trail is calling your name. Set in East Tennessee just outside Knoxville and an easy drive from the Smoky Mountains, this wine trail rolls through four scenic Tennessee wineries and vineyards — each with its own personality, its own pour, and a setting worth slowing down for. Already planning a Smokies getaway? It pairs perfectly with a Gatlinburg wine trail day for the full East Tennessee sipping weekend.
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About the Great Valley Wine Trail
The Great Valley Wine Trail winds through East Tennessee between Knoxville and the Smoky Mountains, connecting four scenic Tennessee wineries and vineyards in small towns like Maynardville, Sevierville, Blaine, and Mosheim.
It’s the kind of drive where the back roads matter as much as the stops — country roads, hilltop views, and slow Southern miles. Easy to do in a day, or stretch it into a weekend and pair it with a Smoky Mountains getaway.
What Makes Tennessee Wine Different
Tennessee wine isn’t your typical wine country — and that’s part of the charm. The South’s warm, humid climate isn’t ideal for many classic European grapes. So Tennessee winemakers have leaned into varieties that thrive here — and the result is a sip scene all its own.
- Muscadine — the queen of Southern grapes. Bold, fruit-forward, and naturally sweet.
- Fruit blends — peach, blackberry, and blueberry pours that are easy-sipping favorites.
- Hybrid grapes — varieties like Chambourcin and Traminette that handle Tennessee weather beautifully.
- Classic varietals — a few wineries grow Cabernet, Chardonnay, and Riesling with a Southern twist.
If you’re used to dry California reds or French whites, expect something different. Tennessee wine is sweeter, fruitier, and unapologetically Southern — and that’s exactly what makes it worth the drive.
The 4 Wineries on the Great Valley Wine Trail
Each stop on the trail has its own personality, its own setting, and its own pours. Here’s what to expect at all four — starting in Maynardville and winding through Sevierville, Blaine, and Bybee.
The Winery at Seven Springs Farm (Maynardville, TN)
Set on Historic Thunder Road in Maynardville, The Winery at Seven Springs Farm is a fun first stop on the Great Valley Wine Trail. The tasting room is welcoming, the staff makes recommendations like a friend would, and the Tennessee wine selection is wide enough to suit just about every palate.
The Tasting Experience
- Friendly, informative tastings with helpful recommendations
- A relaxed, take-your-time tasting room vibe
Wines & Grapes
- Wide selection: Concord, Catawba, Traminette, Chambourcin, muscadine (Noble & Magnolia)
- A great spot to try muscadine wines if you’ve never had them
Good to Know
- Local cheeses, meats, honey, eggs, ice cream, and handcrafted goods on site
- Monthly classes and wine club pick-up parties with live music
Find current tasting details, seasonal wines, and upcoming events at → The Winery at Seven Springs Farm.
🌲 TREKKN FACT
Historic Thunder Road (Highway 61) got its name from the Prohibition-era moonshine runners who used these mountain roads at night to dodge the law. Quiet country drive today — wild ride back then.
Hillside Winery (Sevierville, TN)
Hillside Winery is a fun stop in Sevierville known for Italian-style wines, sparkling pours, and a few Tennessee favorites visitors love. They partner with local grape farmers and feature Tennessee grapes in their wines — which makes this a great spot to taste what East Tennessee winemaking is really about.
The Tasting Experience
- Free tastings in a relaxed, welcoming tasting room
- An easy stop when you’re already near Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, or the Smokies
Wines & Grapes
- Italian-style wines and bubbly options, from dry to sweet
- Popular picks include Black and Blue and Muscadine Mist
Partners with local Tennessee grape growers, so muscadine options like OutBlush show up here too
Good to Know
- Cheese boards available to pair with your tasting
- A fun break in the middle of a Smoky Mountains day
Find current tasting details, seasonal releases, and upcoming events at → Hillside Winery.
Spout Springs Estates Winery (Blaine, TN)
Spout Springs Estates Winery sits on a Blaine hilltop with mountain views that practically beg you to slow down. They opened in 2015, and today you’ll find a mix of grape wines, fruit-forward blends, and one of the prettiest patios on the Great Valley Wine Trail.
The Tasting Experience
- A cozy tasting room with outdoor seating so you can stay awhile
- A covered pavilion and patio where the views steal the show
Wines & Grapes
- Grapes include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Riesling, Sangiovese, Steuben, and muscadine
- A mix of traditional wines and fruit-forward blends — lots of flavors to try
Good to Know
- A great spot to bring lunch and turn the visit into a picnic stop
- Gift shop on site for fun finds and easy souvenirs
- Beautiful setting for gatherings, weddings, and special events
Find current tasting details, seasonal wines, and event updates at → Spout Springs Estates Winery.
Goodwater Vineyards (Mosheim & Gatlinburg, TN)
Goodwater Vineyards is one of the longest-running stops on the Great Valley Wine Trail — and one of the most flexible to visit. The main vineyard sits in Bybee, where you can walk among 20+ years of grape-growing history, and a second tasting-room location in Gatlinburg makes Goodwater an easy add-on to any Smokies trip.
The Tasting Experience
- Two ways to visit: a full vineyard stop in Mosheim or a wine tasting-room in Gatlinburg
- Lots of flavor options, especially if you enjoy sweet, fruit-forward wines
Wines & Grapes
- Around 30 acres of native muscadines, plus additional grape varieties grown on site
- Signature picks include Blackberry Muscadine and Everything Peachy
- Seasonal favorites like Knotty or Nice are fun if you enjoy a festive pour
Good to Know
- Catered picnics are available at the Goodwater Pond Venue, set right among the vines
- Picnic experiences typically include a short vineyard tour and a chef-prepared meal
- The Mosheim vineyard is about 1 hour 15 min east of Knoxville — the farthest stop on the trail
- The Gatlinburg location is a better fit if you’re already tasting wine in the Smokies
Find current tasting details, seasonal wines, and event updates at → Goodwater Vineyards.
That’s the full lineup of the Great Valley Wine Trail — four wineries, four different vibes, and plenty of reasons to slow down and sip. Whether you tackle all four in a day or stretch it across a weekend, you’ll find something to love at every stop.
🌲 TREKKN TIP
Want to keep sipping beyond the Great Valley Wine Trail? Grab the → Tennessee Wine Trail app for fun perks at wineries across the state. Not every Tennessee winery is on it, but many are — a great bonus for your next sip adventure. 🍷
Plan Your Great Valley Wine Trail Trip
Ready to hit the trail? Here’s where to book your East Tennessee wine getaway — hotels, cabins, flights, and rental cars all in one spot.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Great Valley Wine Trail
Still planning your trip? Here are a few quick answers to the most common questions we get about the Great Valley Wine Trail.
Four — Seven Springs Farm in Maynardville, Hillside Winery in Sevierville, Spout Springs Estates in Blaine, and Goodwater Vineyards in Mosheim (with a second tasting room in Gatlinburg).
Yes, all four can be done in a day. Many visitors stretch it into a weekend, especially when pairing it with a Smoky Mountains trip. Note: Goodwater’s Mosheim vineyard is the farthest stop — about 1 hour 15 minutes from Knoxville.
A mix of muscadine wines, fruit-forward blends, Italian-style pours, and classic varietals. Muscadine is the standout — a native Southern grape featured at nearly every stop.
Yes. Goodwater Vineyards has a wine tasting room and pizzeria in Gatlinburg, and Hillside Winery in Sevierville is just minutes from Pigeon Forge and the Smokies.
Most are. Kids are welcome on the property and in tasting rooms, but tastings are for guests 21 and older.
Cheers From the Great Valley Wine Trail
The Great Valley Wine Trail is one of those slow-down, savor-the-day kind of trips that East Tennessee does best. Whether you visit one winery or hit all four, take your time on the back roads — that’s where the magic happens.
And if you raise a glass at any of these stops, tag us @TennesseeTrekkn so we can celebrate right along with you. 🍷📸
Happy Sippin’, Friends!
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Super helpful!! Thanks for the info!