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CHÂTEAU ÉLAN WINERY AND RESORT The granddaddy of Georgia wineries was founded in 1984 and recently changed ownership. There's much to do on its 3,500 acres — go gourmet at mealtime, stay a few days, swim, play golf, get married, take cooking classes, disappear into the spa and, of course, drink wine. Should you tire of wine (???), grab a pint at the Irish pub. Tastings are $25 for seven samples; $63 buys eight samples, a guided tour, and a sampling of chef-selected cheeses and seasonal goodies. .... DETAILS: 100 Rue Charlemagne Drive, Braselton. 678.425.0900 or chateauelan. com. 42
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CAVENDER CREEK, CHATEAU ELAN
CAVENDER CREEK VINEYARDS Five acres of vines produce Norton, Petit Manseng and cabernet sauvignon grapes. Two of Cavender’s 2016 reds are award winners. .....Tastings are $12 for four samples, with the option of adding a shot of “wine shine” (apple or peach) for $3. Also tempting: the sangria and wine slushies. Stay on-site in the 1820s log cabin ($225 nightly) and relax on the porch with Tinkerbell and Tucker, two Great Pyrenees who look after the place. Donkeys and free-range chickens will keep you company, too. 3610 DETAILS: Cavender Creek Road, Dahlonega.706.867.7700 or cavendercreekvineyards.com.