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Hillside Winery wines Birthday Magic and Honey Blues with Quality Assurance Stickers
Food & Wine

Quality Assured Wines

Enjoy Quality Assured Wines on the Rocky Top Wine Trail! What is the Quality Assurance Program (QAP)? Several wineries in the Great Smoky Mountains area of Tennessee received the status of Quality Certified Wine by the state. The Tennessee Wine and Grape Board is a governor-appointed board that supports the growth of the wine industry

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Food & Wine

How to Open a Wine Bottle?

Opening a wine bottle can be a delightful prelude to a leisurely evening, a special celebration, or a cozy dinner at home. While there are various methods to uncork a bottle of wine, the essential tool of the trade is the trusty corkscrew or wine key. Perhaps you’re used to grocery store wine, which just comes

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Food & Wine

How Many Glasses of Wine in a Bottle?

It’s hard to believe that the largest wine bottle ever made was almost 10 feet tall and weighed over 815 pounds. When it comes to enjoying every serving of wine, it’s essential to understand how many glasses of wine you can get from a single bottle. This knowledge can be particularly useful when planning a gathering or

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Rows of grape bushes in a vineyard
Food & Wine

Rocky Top Wine Trail’s Commitment to Sustainable Practices

Nestled in the heart of Tennessee, the Rocky Top Wine Trail has been a favorite destination for wine enthusiasts seeking scenic beauty and exceptional wines. But there’s more to our trail than just our wine. We take great pride in our commitment to sustainable practices that help protect our environment and reduce our carbon footprint.

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Charity Focus

Smoky Mountain Service Dogs

Smoky Mountain Service Dogs: Transforming Lives Through Canine Companionship In a world where everyday tasks can pose significant challenges for veterans with disabilities, Smoky Mountain Service Dogs (SMSD) serves as a beacon of hope. As an organization dedicated to providing highly trained service dogs to veterans, SMSD has been instrumental in transforming lives and restoring

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Food & Wine

Wine Tasting and Pairing

Do you want to enjoy wine like an expert? Here are some easy tips on how to taste and pair wine! To taste and pair wine is a skill that requires practice and training, but with these simple tips you will be able to wow you friends with your wine knowledge! Wine Tasting Step 1:

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