About Us at Fainting Goat Vineyards
Fainting Goat Vineyards is a family-owned North Georgia winery located in Ellijay, known for its scenic mountain views, handcrafted wines, and welcoming atmosphere.
About Fainting Goat Vineyards
Fainting Goat Vineyards is a family-owned North Georgia winery located near Ellijay in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. Known for our scenic views, live music, and welcoming atmosphere, we offer wine tastings and unique vineyard experiences just a short drive from Atlanta.
How Fainting Goat Vineyards Got Its Name
People often ask how we came up with the name “Fainting Goat.” After a long day of working in the vineyard, we climbed to the top of the mountain and joked that we felt like fainting. That moment stuck, and from there, the name Fainting Goat was born.
Today, the name has taken on even more meaning. We have four real fainting goats on the property—Ronnie, Reagan, Dolley, and Mamie—who have become part of the experience guests know and love.
Today, the name has taken on even more meaning. We have four real fainting goats on the property—Ronnie, Reagan, Dolley, and Mamie—who have become part of the experience guests know and love.
A Family-Owned North Georgia Winery
Fainting Goat Vineyards is a boutique, family-owned winery nestled against the southeast side of Burnt Mountain in picturesque North Georgia near Ellijay. Built from a passion for great wine and a love for the land, our vineyard offers a place for guests to relax, connect, and enjoy the beauty of the mountains.
Sustainable Roots
Fainting Goat Vineyard, located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, is owned and operated by Robin Higginbotham. From conception to crush, our grapes are gently cared for and our wines are handcrafted. Taking a minimalist approach, we specialize in producing small lots of high quality wine. Our focus is to produce the best possible fruit to work with.
Our appreciation for the Earth started back in Ohio while owning a self-sustaining farm. Handpicked fruits and vegetables fed not only our family but also the animals that lived off of our soil. Fond memories from our Ohio farm paved the path for us to venture into the vineyard business.
Family is near and dear to our hearts; which is why we ventured into a business that allows us to work together while doing something we love. Our family owned vineyard and winery welcomes you to experience our handcrafted wines and the convivial conversation of our family.
Our appreciation for the Earth started back in Ohio while owning a self-sustaining farm. Handpicked fruits and vegetables fed not only our family but also the animals that lived off of our soil. Fond memories from our Ohio farm paved the path for us to venture into the vineyard business.
Family is near and dear to our hearts; which is why we ventured into a business that allows us to work together while doing something we love. Our family owned vineyard and winery welcomes you to experience our handcrafted wines and the convivial conversation of our family.
Visit Our North Georgia Winery
Join us in the tasting room to sample our wines, meet our knowledgeable staff, and experience everything that makes Fainting Goat Vineyards one of the most unique wineries in North Georgia near Ellijay.
Come for the wine, stay for the view. We look forward to enjoying a glass with you soon. Visit Our North Georgia Winery
Come for the wine, stay for the view. We look forward to enjoying a glass with you soon. Visit Our North Georgia Winery