Where the Wine, the Views, and the Vibes All Line Up
Some places promise an escape. Roo Mountain Vineyards actually delivers one the moment you arrive. Just five minutes outside Ellijay, this 250-acre property has become a favorite retreat for anyone craving a little beauty with their beverage. Between the seasonal gourmet food menu, barrel room dinners, unique experiences and their lineup of in-house wines and hard ciders, Roo Mountain has mastered the art of creating memorable moments without trying too hard. It is the kind of spot where people take in the mountain views and immediately understand why locals keep it at the top of their weekend list.
What sets Roo Mountain apart is how intentional everything feels. The vineyard, the working winery, the barrel room dinners, and the tasting rooms overlooking the foothills were shaped with purpose long before the first grape was ever harvested. Two years of soil testing and planning laid the foundation for what has become one of the region’s most thoughtfully cultivated wine experiences. The hospitality reflects that same care. Cabana rentals give groups a private corner of the property. The 21-plus atmosphere keeps things relaxed and grown-up. And the founders, longtime Blue Ridge residents, designed the entire place with one goal in mind: share the beauty of their land and the warmth of their community. You can feel that intention in every pour and every conversation.
When Roo Mountain Vineyards earned a 2025 Best of Georgia Award, it felt less like a surprise and more like a continuation of the story they’ve been writing, one that already included a celebrated win in 2024. People may come for the views or the dinners under open skies, but they return because the experience feels genuine. Roo Mountain is grounded, welcoming, and created with real heart. It is a vineyard worth visiting; and one that’s even easier to remember.
Contact
Phone: 706-502-3935
Email: info@roomountainvineyards.com
Website: https://roomountainvineyards.com/
Address: 1497 Old Flat Branch Rd., Ellijay GA 30540
