Just a short drive, 45 miles from downtown Atlanta, nestled in the north Georgia foothills, there is a fantastic place called Chateau Elan Winery & Resort. This beautiful resort sits on 3,500 acres of the most beautiful land in Georgia.
The Inn itself resembles the beautiful chateaus one sees in the French countryside. All the details were captured in the authentic architecture of the 275 room inn. There is also an 1,832 square foot presidential suite; though I never got to see it! The beautiful resort features eight restaurants to choose from with menu options ranging from All-American to French cuisine. The 1,600 square foot Culinary Studio even offers cooking classes; you don't even have to be a guest at the Inn to take these classes! In addition to the fine and casual dinning options and cooking classes, you can always play golf, tennis, go horseback riding, go shopping, or spend a day at the luxurious spa.
While these are added benefits...you came for the wine!
The winery itself is 42,000 square feet and is the largest producer of premium wines in the entire state of Georgia! Many of the wines have been recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. The wines produced here range from American Chardonnay to American Merlot to Ports. Click HERE for a complete list and description. For something different and definitely southern, you have to try the muscadine (white), and muscadine Scuppernong (red), wines produced here from what is called America's First Grape. 
The Wine Market makes it possible to take home the varieties you like.
If you want a fun weekend getaway with the opportunity to sample some great wines and food, I would recommend a weekend at this jewel in the Georgia foothills!
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