Ott Vineyards and Winery
Ott Vineyards and Winery is a family-owned and -operated estate on 20+ acres in the heart of North Georgia wine country in Ellijay, with 180-degree mountain views. Eight-plus acres of French-American hybrids and Vinifera grapes—Seyval Blanc, Traminette, Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Lenoir, and Cabernet Franc—produce the wines you can taste in the room where you might meet the owners in the vines or at the bar.
Live music runs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and on special holidays; Tuesday evenings feature Open Mic from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. (Tuesday the winery stays open until 8:00 p.m.). Picnics are welcome, and local food trucks appear on some weekends; a picnic cooler offers prepackaged items, Ott merchandise (jams, jellies, slushy mix, apparel), and local artisan gifts. Same road as Buckley Vineyards (Henry Evans Road), so the two combine easily for a private tour with minimal drive time and a flexible, scenic vibe.
230 Henry Evans Road, Ellijay, GA 30536
Mon 12:00pm–6:00pm; Tue 12:00pm–8:00pm; Wed CLOSED; Thu–Sat 12:00pm–6:00pm; Sun 12:30pm–6:00pm
What to Expect
- Open seven days a week (closed Wednesday); Tuesday open until 8:00 p.m. with famous Open Mic Night 5:00–8:00 p.m.
- Live music on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and on special holidays.
- Picnics welcome; local food trucks some weekends; picnic cooler with prepackaged items and Ott merchandise (jams, jellies, slushy mix, apparel) and local artisan gifts.
- Family-owned; owners often in the vines and tasting room.
- Eight-plus acres of Seyval Blanc, Traminette, Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Lenoir, and Cabernet Franc.
Ott is known for its mountain views and down-to-earth vibe. Tuesday open mic draws a crowd; weekends add live music and sometimes food trucks.
Planning Notes for Private Tours
- Closed Wednesdays; plan your tour for other days.
- Tuesday evening is Open Mic (5:00–8:00 p.m.)—ideal if you want a longer, music-focused stop.
- You may bring a picnic; food trucks and prepackaged items also available.
- Same road as Buckley Vineyards; easy to combine the two in one trip.
- No outside alcohol per Georgia law.
Ott Vineyards FAQs
Do I need a reservation?
Reservations are not specified as required for general visits; contact the winery for groups or private events.
When is live music?
Live music is typically on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and on special holidays. Tuesday evenings feature Open Mic from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Can I bring a picnic?
Yes. Ott welcomes picnics. Food trucks are also available on some weekends, and prepackaged items are for sale.
Can I bring outside alcohol?
No. Georgia law prohibits outside alcohol at the winery.
Are kids or dogs allowed?
The site does not specify; contact the winery for current kid and pet policies.
How This Fits Into an Ellijay Wine Tour
Ott fits naturally with Buckley Vineyards on Henry Evans Road for a two-stop leg with mountain views and live music. Schedule Ott on a Tuesday for open mic, or on a weekend for live music and possible food trucks. We handle pickup and pacing so you can enjoy the views and the vibe without driving.
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