Asheville Two-Vineyard Wine Tour: Sawyer Springs & Stone Ashe Tasting
Taste your way into Western North Carolina’s rising wine scene on a four-hour tour that visits Sawyer Springs and award-winning Stone Ashe. Expect farmhouse hospitality, a charcuterie board, and mountain-view tastings with private transportation from downtown Asheville.
The Experience
Before You Go
Bring ID and pace tastings
North Carolina requires ID for alcohol service; sip slowly between pours and alternate with water to enjoy all the flights.
Book small-group tours early
Groups are limited to about 10; reserve in advance on weekends and during foliage season to secure your preferred date.
Comfortable shoes for gravel and slopes
Vineyards have uneven ground—sturdy, closed-toe shoes make walking rows and hilltop viewpoints easier.
Notify dietary needs ahead of time
The tour provides a charcuterie board and chips—advise the operator of allergies or vegetarian needs when booking.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Ask Sawyer Springs for a brief vineyard walk—the farmhouse porch offers quiet views most visitors miss
- •Stone Ashe’s hilltop seating area provides panoramic mountain light ideal for late-afternoon tastings
Wildlife
- •White-tailed deer
- •Wild turkey
Conservation Note
Many local vineyards use erosion control and careful canopy management to reduce chemical inputs; stick to paths and pack out waste to minimize impact.
Wine growing in Western North Carolina has expanded over recent decades as growers adapted varietals to Appalachian soils and elevation; small estates like Sawyer Springs and Stone Ashe are part of that revival.
Photographer's Notes
- • Edge of Stone Ashe tasting room looking over ridgelines
- • Between rows at Sawyer Springs for pattern and depth
- • Charcuterie table with vineyard backdrop for intimate still-life shots
What to Bring
Government photo IDEssential
Required for alcohol service and to participate in tastings.
Comfortable closed-toe shoesEssential
Trails between vineyard rows are gravelly and can slope—good traction helps.
Light jacket or windbreaker
Spring evenings can be breezy on exposed hilltops—layering keeps you comfortable.
Camera or smartphone
Capture vineyard rows, mountain vistas, and the tasting room views—golden hour rewards you.
Common Questions
Is transportation included?
Yes—private transportation in the NC Wine Gal van is included with pickup and drop-off at the Restoration Hotel in downtown Asheville.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts about four hours, with roughly 75 minutes spent at each vineyard plus transport time between sites.
Are tastings and food included?
Yes—a glass of wine at Sawyer Springs, a full tasting at Stone Ashe, and a shared charcuterie board are included, along with bottled water.
Can I bring children or non-drinkers?
The tour is suitable for non-drinkers who can enjoy the scenery and charcuterie; children may attend but alcohol service requires ID and the operator may restrict minors in tasting areas.
Are pets allowed?
Service animals are welcome; other pets are generally not accommodated—check with the operator ahead of time.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure; tours may be canceled if minimum traveler numbers aren’t met.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
4 hours
Location
Asheville, North Carolina
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; expect standing during tastings and short walks through vines
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