Boutier Winery and Inn, Danielsville, Georgia

“Wine is the most civilized things in the world and one of the most natural things of the world that has been brought to the greatest perfection, and it offers a greater range for enjoyment and appreciation than, possibly, any other purely sensory thing.”

Ernest Hemingway

Danielsville is a lovely farm community with rolling hills and beautiful homes. Joe did some research for our Friday out and about day and we decided to check out the Boutier Winery. It was a short 98 mile drive from home that was a very enjoyable country drive. We drove past the vineyard and into the parking lot of the tasting room. The building was very attractive with beautiful landscaping. As we walked up to the front door and under the arbor, we noticed the gorgeous wooden arched front doors with the Boutier Winery sign above. As we entered the building, we were very impressed by the layout and decor of this tasting room. We were welcomed by Victor Boutier, the owner and wine maker. He greet us and invited us to sit and asked if we wanted to do a tasting. We sat and he poured.

I enjoy white wine and he had many to offer. They were all good but my favorite was his Riesling 2016, which was a dry wine with a light tropical taste. He also had a nice peach wine, mango wine, and blueberry wine that I enjoyed. I was a fan of some of the names of his wines like Diva' Licious and Absolutely Sinful. Joe, on the other hand, is a red wine drinker and he enjoyed many of his wines like his Cynthiana aka Norton wine and his Cabernet Sauvignon wine. Boutier Winery has won many awards for their fine wines. I can see why.

We sat and talked with Victor throughout the tasting and really enjoyed his company and enthusiasm. He told us how he built this winery doing most of the work himself. He did have help with things like pouring the cement, drywall, and plumbing. I loved all the care in design and detail he put in this place. He showed us around and let me take lots of pictures. He said he has been in business for fourteen years in all and ten years at this current location. Victor is a great host and makes you feel very comfortable.

The event room is gorgeous and would be a great place for a wedding, reunion, or get together. He told us that later that night a band was coming in to play and he has events planned throughout the year. Too bad we don't live closer. The event room goes out to a garden area that has a perfect area for having a wedding ceremony. We loved the fountain outside as well and liked there was an outside seating area.

He also has an Inn on the premises where you can rent a room. There are five guest rooms and each has a private bathroom. This is a beautiful building where you can sit on the deck with a bottle of wine and enjoy gazing upon the vineyard. What a great way to spend a day.

We were totally impressed by this place. It was set up beautifully and he keeps it immaculate. There is so much to look at when you are there including a beautiful mural behind the bar and a lovely designed bar area. Along with the wonderful atmosphere, his unique wines are lovely. He is located not far from Athens and Atlanta so stop in and see what you think. I guarantee you will be impressed.  The tasting room is open Friday and Saturday 11 to 5 and Sunday 12:30 to 5.   Www.BoutierWinery.com.