About Biltmore Winery
The winery at Biltmore sits in Antler Hill Village on the 8,000-acre estate George Vanderbilt built around America's largest home. It occupies what was once the estate's dairy facility, and its story begins with Vanderbilt's grandson William Cecil, who planted the first vines. Winemaker Sharon Fenchak leads a range of red, white, rosé and sparkling wines.
Every daytime ticket, including the grounds-only option, includes Antler Hill Village, the winery and a complimentary tasting in the Tasting Room, so the winery works as one stop in a longer estate day. Guests 21 and over can add specialty experiences such as the Red Wine & Chocolate Tasting, held in the clock tower above Scholar's Walk. The indoor-outdoor Wine Bar on Scholar's Walk pours wines by the glass, bottle or flight with charcuterie and locally made truffles, and the Wine Shop is next door.
Beyond the winery, tickets cover the gardens and grounds, and House & Grounds tickets add a timed visit inside Biltmore House with an audio guide. The estate runs Fall at Biltmore in autumn and Christmas at Biltmore for the holidays. Children 9 and under are free with a paying adult and youth 16 and under get a discount, though wine experiences are 21+. Picnics are allowed only in a few designated spots, such as Bass Pond and the Lagoon.
Geer Farm Lavender in Rutherfordton is about an hour southeast by I-26 and US-74. It is usually a private farm that opens its rows for a June you-pick event, so a June trip is the time to combine the two.
What to do
- Taste estate wines in the Tasting Room, included with any daytime ticket
- Book the Red Wine & Chocolate Tasting in the clock tower (21+)
- Sit at the Wine Bar on Scholar's Walk for a flight with charcuterie
- Explore Antler Hill Village and the estate gardens
- Add a timed Biltmore House visit with an audio guide
- Come back for Christmas at Biltmore in November and December
Season, hours and prices
- Season
- Open 365 days a year with seasonal hours; Fall at Biltmore in autumn and Christmas at Biltmore for the holidays
- Hours
- Open 365 days a year; hours vary by season (see the estate's hours page)
- Admission
- 2026–27 daytime tickets: grounds only from $85, House & Grounds from $110; youth 16 and under discounted, 9 and under free; tasting included
Good to know
- Age
- 21 or older to taste or drink alcohol
- Dogs
- Leashed on the grounds; not allowed in buildings (service animals excepted)
- Reservations
- Required for Biltmore House entry times; buy tickets ahead
Tips for your visit
- Buying House admission online at least seven days ahead saves $10 and secures your date.
- Specialty wine experiences are 21+; bring ID.
- Outside alcohol is never allowed, and outside food is limited to designated picnic spots.
- Pets can sit with you on the outdoor patios at Bistro and Cedric's Tavern if you ask the host. Plan a designated driver.
Pair it with a lavender farm
Geer Farm Lavender · about 60 minutes away
Geer Farm Lavender in Rutherfordton is about an hour southeast and opens for a June you-pick event, so plan the pairing for June.
Getting there
Questions
Is the wine tasting at Biltmore free?
A complimentary tasting is included with every daytime ticket, Biltmore Annual Pass or estate overnight stay. Specialty experiences cost extra.
Can I visit the winery without touring the house?
Yes. The grounds-only ticket, from $85 in 2026, includes Antler Hill Village, the winery and the tasting.
Are dogs allowed at Biltmore?
Leashed pets are allowed on the grounds but not in any building, except service animals.
Checked in October 2026 against the business’s own website and local tourism pages. Hours and seasons change, so check with them before you go. How we check listings · Is this your business? Claim it free
