Wellborn Winery
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Wellborn Winery
We have lots of OUTDOOR SEATING, including tables under a covered patio and a secluded cabana. We are an unpretentious small farm winery - no fancy food trucks, no live music, no membership fees, just award-winning wines. We welcome your dog, too! Come up our long driveway to our hideaway in the woods.

And beware of our vineyard dog Lily - she sometimes cannot hold her licker! Two other Wellborn Wines, Deep Purple Lenoir and Red Clay Rose won silver medals from among 315 entries. Wines of the South is an annual regional wine competition that began in 2001 to promote and celebrate the great tastes of Southern vintages.
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At Wellborn Winery, we produce wines that reflect the history and nature of our upstate South Carolina climate and soil, what the French call "terroir". Before going "pro", we brought in fine grapes and juices from California and Chile to produce some excellent "varietals" (single grape wines). In 2014 we won a double gold at the Florida State Fair for a Merlot we made from grapes from the Sonoma Valley.
For your special event, reserve the "Wine in the Woods Cabana"! Nestled at the edge of the vineyard and tasting area near our woods, the Cabana is a perfect spot to host a small party of 6-20 guests. It's always shady and cool there, with covered seating for 12 guests and outdoor seating for another 4-8 friends.
We're about 1 mile from the intersection of Highway 25 and Highway 290 (Locust Hill Road) at 254 Mush Creek Road, Travelers Rest, SC 29690-9231. On Fridays & Saturdays, look for our sign on Mush Creek Road, then turn up our long driveway into the "Winery in the Woods"! Go up to the circle and park, then saunter down to the tasting area.
On the last Sunday of January, Debbie hosted a Crochet and Sip event with ace instructor Joyce as 17 ladies learned how to make fantastic winter hats while enjoying a complimentary glass of wine. Some actually finished their hats during the 2-hour event, while others applied finishing touches at home.
Reviews (25)
Patricia Spencer
Patricia Spencer
Oct 25, 2021
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Fantastic wine. Everyone will find one (or several) they like.
The setting is beautiful, comfortable and relaxing. And I can't say enough good things about the owners.
We will definitely be back!
Celeste Purdie
Celeste Purdie
Sep 26, 2021
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What a cute spot! The wines are great and the owners were charming! We celebrated our daughter saying YES to the dress today!
Summer Sauls
Summer Sauls
Sep 23, 2021
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Welborn Winery is such a great place to spend a leisurely afternoon. They have quality wines there and the owners are so knowledgeable. We really enjoyed the conversation too. Would certainly recommend to any wine lovers out there!
Austin Wright
Austin Wright
Sep 17, 2021
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Amazing wine and awesome atmosphere! Definitely recommend if you want a very chill and relaxing escape! Owners are very nice and passionate about what they do and very dog friendly!!
Beverly Christman Satchfield
Beverly Christman Satchfield
Aug 27, 2021
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Beautiful setting and a very nice selection of wines. The owners were very knowledgeable and made us feel very welcome. They love what they do and it shows. We will definitely be returning often.
Catherine Kidder Cheek
Catherine Kidder Cheek
Aug 22, 2021
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This small basement winery is a treat for those who appreciate sweet wines that are grape based. The friendly owners have set up a kitschy backyard oasis (covered and open air) for sipping their creations … they even have a sparkling wine!
Priscilla R.
Priscilla R.
Aug 21, 2021
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Friendly owners and peaceful surroundings. My husband and I each enjoyed six great selections. This is a must visit for local wine lovers. We purchased three great selections to take home.
Maryann Glaser Terry
Maryann Glaser Terry
Aug 01, 2021
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Their wine selection is widely varied with a taste for most every one.
Rebecca Starling
Rebecca Starling
Jul 18, 2021
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I met the Wellborn’s at Paris Mountain with their cute dog Lily…..such a nice family. They invited me out to the wine tasting on Friday. I’m so glad I made time to visit before heading back to Ga. their hospitality was amazing and the wine was equally great. I pulled out a bottle this evening and was reminded just how much I enjoyed my experience ❤️
Tenissia Evans
Tenissia Evans
Jun 12, 2021
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OH MY GOODNESS! This is a must visit location. The atmosphere is awesome, very relaxing, and the wine is amazing. The prices are great! This is a place to hang out with friends, family or even by yourself. The owners love having you around, they are very engaging and love to share their wine experiences with you! We had such a great time! Thank you I can't wait to come back and visit!
Joanne Langlie Cornish
Joanne Langlie Cornish
Jun 11, 2021
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My husband and I had a relaxing time at this beautiful gem nestled in the middle of nowhere in Travelers Rest. There’s a large selection of wines, and they are absolutely delicious. It is so relaxing and the scenery is gorgeous. Tony and Debbie are wonderful hosts.
Only Awesome
Only Awesome
May 24, 2021
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A fun, relaxing, rustic private location with wonderful owners who are friendly and helpful. Many wines to choose from. Fruit wines are very good, not overly sweet. We had a party of 6 when it was not busy and we had a great time and very memorable. We bought a case to take home.
Cathy Harry
Cathy Harry
May 22, 2021
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What a treat! Deborah and Tony are AWESOME hosts. Thanks to Joyce for sharing! Our new hangout! One of TR's best kept 'secret spots!' 🥰 😃
Melina G.
Melina G.
Apr 30, 2021
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This place is so amazing !!! The owners are so genuine / welcoming and sweet I 1000000% recommend this place to anyone !! Also the wine is DELICIOUS !!! If you're around the area Deff stop by.
Traci Carter
Traci Carter
Apr 03, 2021
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Took my husband there for his birthday. I had researched other wineries and found Welborn to be decently priced especially for novice wine tasters like us. But what made this place so special was how they made our experience personable and unforgettable. The owners were the sweetest. We will definitely be back!! Highly recommend!!
Rb H.
Rb H.
Sep 28, 2020
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We had brunch in DT Gville before heading to this winery and had a wonderful time here. The owners are so friendly and welcoming, the wines were very good, and the outdoor area was very relaxing. I loved chatting with the owners about how they got started in the business. Hopefully I can make it back again very soon!
Garth G.
Garth G.
Jun 22, 2020
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Wellborn is a hidden gem! Tucked back in the South Carolina pines, you'll find a unique winery with a family feel. The owners are incredibly friendly, making you feel like you're in your own backyard. They encourage you to walk the property and get an up close and personal look at the vines!

They offer tastings and full bottles. The tastings are 5 samples for $6 or 10 for $10. They have a vast selection of white and reds, as well as dessert wines. My personal favorite was the Appalachian White.

We'll absolutely visit here again next time we're in town.
Kami A.
Kami A.
Feb 27, 2020
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This is my absolute favorite place for a nice glass of wine! The owners are tremendous people and create such a welcoming atmosphere. So far I have not tried any of the wines that I did not like. I will definitely be back soon!
Jamie Pace
Jamie Pace
Jul 31, 2019
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I can not say enough about how wonderful the selection of wines are the owners are so friendly and very knowledgeable. We will definitely be back for a glass or two and a restock of some of our favorites if you're in the area and you don't stop by you're missing out on one of the best winery's we have been to.
Bob Recker
Bob Recker
Jun 17, 2019
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Splendid hosts, world-traveled, fascinating conversation, outstanding vintages, unique to the upstate. Award-winning , excellent variety. $10 tasting menu includes White, Rose, Red, and Dessert Wines and a logo wine glass. Other options, as well. 10% case discounts start at 3 bottles. Charming, quiet, semi-rustic upstate pace. Carriage House b&b can be booked on airb&b. We will be back!
Karen P.
Karen P.
Feb 02, 2019
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Mmmmm...muscadine wines
They also have French-American hybrids.
Debbie and Tony are wonderful hosts and seemed very knowledgeable about grape vines.
We sat outside by the fire and really enjoyed the Saturday afternoon. The landscape is peaceful.
Deb S.
Deb S.
Jan 26, 2019
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I have seen 9 very valuable and truthful recommendations with 5 stars on this vendor's Yelp site. Then there were 5 and then there were 3 and then there were 2 and then 3 again and now Wellborn is back to 2. Why is this? Makes Yelp look unstable ?
Bru D.
Bru D.
Dec 08, 2018
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We actually accidentally ran into the Wellborn Winery during a girls' weekend and ended up loving the wines. We went in for a wine tasting and were super impressed with Tony, his wine knowledge, and his passion for the business. The atmosphere was laid back and very welcoming and the surroundings are very peaceful and relaxing. One of my favorite wines was the Rustic Red while my friend picked the Deep Purple as her fav. We have been to a few wineries and done enough tastings, but this one was the most enjoyable wines we have had. Well done, Tony and Deb!
Raul T.
Raul T.
Nov 16, 2018
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I was not expecting this. Really good wines! Excellent atmosphere! Not your regular chardonnay. Different but amazing grapes and blends. Deep purple for red wine, Woodsy White for whites. A must if you are in the area!!!
Katie D.
Katie D.
Sep 20, 2018
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We had a group of 14 girls go for a few hours in the afternoon and had such a great time! They are amazing hosts and it is such a quaint and personable environment. We will definitely return!