Ertel Cellars Winery
Welcome to Ertel Cellars Winery Bistro. This upscale restaurant located in the winery offers a spectacular ambiance and delicious food! You may enjoy your dining experience in our large indoor dining area, or outdoors amongst the great scenery of the vineyards. Want something special? Feel free to ask Chef Pat or Chef Howard.We also offer Complimentary Wine Tasting at our first class wine bar. Before you leave, be sure to check out our gift shop. We offer our wines with other related items. Interested in taking a tour? Need info on having a wedding, reception or large gathering please ask for Patti ext 300. Contact us for more information, we always love to hear from you and we are so glad you are here.
Author: Caroline Porsiel
Caroline Porsiel is a master distiller and liqueurist based in East Ellijay, Georgia. She founded House of Applejay, a fine spirits and liqueur distillery, in 2022 with her mother, Sabine, crafting award-winning products like Applejay from Ellijay, Mt. Frozen Knob Vodka, and Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. The distillery won a 2024 Best of Georgia Award and a 2025 Double Gold Medal at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its Winter Cherry Mountain Liqueur. As a founding member of the AMBRU Campaign, launched in 2020, Porsiel advocates for the global recognition of American Brandy and Rum. She continues to drive innovation in the craft spirits industry from her active distillery in the heart of Georgia’s apple country.
