Two shuttle routes. Seven mountain wineries. Zero planning required.
Three steps. That's it.
Choose the Banner Elk Loop or the West Jefferson Loop — or ride both with a Crossover Pass.
Both routes depart from Grandfather Vineyard in Banner Elk. Park once, that's your only stop to worry about.
Hop on the shuttle. We take you winery to winery. Taste, relax, repeat. We bring you back to your car at the end.
Each loop is a full day of tasting — different wineries, different vibes, same easy shuttle ride.
Book a Private Wine Tour for your group — up to 14 guests, picked up and dropped off at your location, up to 4 winery stops. Mix and match any wineries you like.
See Private Tour Pricing →The shuttle runs Thursday through Saturday, spring through fall. Here's what each season brings.
April–May. Wildflowers, mild temps, fewer crowds. Wineries open for the season with new releases.
June–August. Peak season. Live music, outdoor tastings, long days. 70–80°F at elevation — escape the heat.
September–November. Harvest season, fall foliage, crush festivals. The most popular time — book early.
December–March. Cozy tasting rooms, holiday wines, smaller crowds. Private tours available — call for details.
The trail is centered in Banner Elk and West Jefferson, NC — about 2 hours from Charlotte, 1.5 hours from Winston-Salem, and 1.5 hours from Asheville. Drive up, park at Grandfather Vineyard, and let us take it from there.
Charlotte (CLT) is the closest major airport. The Blue Ridge Airport Shuttle runs daily service from CLT to the mountains — $75–98/seat. We'll get you from the airport to wine country without a rental car.
Banner Elk, Blowing Rock, Boone, and West Jefferson all have charming lodging — mountain B&Bs, vacation cabins, and boutique inns. Book early for fall weekends. Many accommodations are minutes from Grandfather Vineyard.
Pair your wine day with local restaurants: Gamekeeper in Blowing Rock, Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson, or farm-to-table spots in downtown Boone. Your driver can recommend favorites based on your route.
Most wineries charge $8–15 for a tasting flight (not included in shuttle price). Spend 45–60 minutes at each stop. It's okay to pour out wine you don't finish. Buy bottles you love — we'll keep them in the cooler for you.
Call or text (336) 484-1350 — we're happy to help you figure out which route, which day, and what to expect. First time on a wine tour? We've got you.
Every Wine Loop shuttle and Private Tour is operated by Ashe County Livery — carrying NC For-Hire plates, $1.5 million in commercial liability insurance, and fully compliant with NC Transportation Commerce Tax. Your safety isn't an afterthought — it's our standard.