A 1940s schoolhouse in the Blue Ridge Mountains now holds Watauga Lake Winery. The program spans white, red, fruit, and dessert wines, anchored by School House Red and Big Dry Run Red from sister property Villa Nove Vineyards five minutes away. Wine cocktails flow daily from tap. Saturdays bring live music from 5 to 8 pm. The kitchen turns out brick oven pizzas and charcuterie boards. Tasting is $15 per person.
Watauga Lake Winery is temporarily closed. Check their website or call before planning a visit.
Signature bottles include School House Red, Big Dry Run Red, White wines, Red wines, Fruit wines, Dessert wines. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Watauga Lake Winery's tasting fee: $15 per person. Fees change with the season and the experience booked, so confirm the current price when you reserve.
Yes, Watauga Lake Winery has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Watauga Lake Winery is in Butler, Tennessee. Phone: +1 423-768-0345. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Watauga Lake Winery offers: Wine Tasting, Live Music, Wine Cocktails on Tap and Food & Wine Pairing. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
Yes, Watauga Lake Winery has outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent. Call ahead to confirm, particularly outside summer months.
Location
6952 Big Dry Run Rd Butler, Tennessee, United States of America
