Atlanta business couple turned grape farmers, Sharon and Doug Paul, purchased farmland in the summer of 1995. They cleared and planted wine grape vines, and Three Sisters Vineyards became Dahlonega’s first bonded winery in 2000. Named for the land’s inspiring view of a dramatic trio of mountains first identified by the Cherokee as Three Sisters Mountains, Three Sisters Vineyards is situated on 184 acres of scenic land that includes a spring-fed lake. A charming gazebo sits atop the winery’s highest point to celebrate its splendid vistas. The vineyards produce 18 acres of varietals, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Vidal Blanc, Touriga Nacional, and Cynthiana-Norton. Dedicated to consistently producing wines of the highest quality, the Pauls have involved their entire family in the winemaking process—a method that they describe as using a blend of old-world traditions and the latest technology. In fact, the Pauls proudly point out that Three Sisters is Dahlonega’s First Family Farm Winery.