Bourbon and Vines Tour

 The Bourbon and Vines Tour is for guests who want to balance Kentucky bourbon heritage with a relaxed vineyard setting. It offers a slower-paced, more scenic alternative to a traditional Bourbon Trail day.

 Discover an immersive experience with private transportation to three distilleries of your choice, along with a visit to one of the following local wineries: Wild Side Winery, Rising Sons Winery, or Lovers Leap Winery. 

 While lunch and cocktails are not included in the tour price, we've handpicked some fantastic spots for you to savor local flavors and enjoy crafted cocktails. Our knowledgeable staff at Bourbon Barrel Cottages will be ready to assist you in making the most of your experience.

A drawing of a barrel , a bottle of wine , two glasses of wine and grapes.

Is the Bourbon and Vines Tour Right for You?

Decide if the Bourbon and Vines Tour matches how you want to experience Kentucky. It’s ideal for guests who enjoy variety, prefer a relaxed pace, and want to blend bourbon tastings with scenic winery stops. Book now if:

  • You want to pair bourbon tastings with a scenic and relaxed winery visit
  • You prefer a balanced day that mixes heritage, views, and conversation
  • You enjoy a slower pace with room to unwind between stops
  • You are traveling as a couple or small group, looking for variety
  • You want private transportation without the pressure of a packed itinerary

What the Day Feels Like

This tour moves at an easy pace. The day begins with curated distillery visits, followed by a smooth transition into vineyard settings where the atmosphere opens up and the pace naturally slows.

Expect countryside views, welcoming tasting rooms, and time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. It’s a day that gives you space to enjoy both bourbon culture and the quieter side of Kentucky wine country.

Each winery on this tour was selected to balance bourbon tastings with scenic views, relaxed pacing, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Winery Options

A bottle of red wine is sitting on top of a wooden barrel in a wine cellar.

 A vibrant and creative winery in Versailles, Kentucky, known for its handcrafted wines and lively atmosphere. It produces more than 40 wine varieties from crisp whites to deep reds and playful blends. The tasting room sits on a working farm surrounded by scenic horse farms of Kentucky’s horse country. 

A bottle of vignoles wine sits on a wooden cutting board

 Family-run vineyard in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky that focuses on small-batch, handcrafted wines. The winery began with locally grown grapes planted in 1999 and now offers a range of varietals. The winery’s countryside location adds to its laid-back feel, perfect for wine lovers who want a slow-paced tasting in a pastoral setting.

A glass of wine is being poured into a wooden barrel

 Set on a 60-acre farm near Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, with more than 25 acres of grape vines. It specializes in winemaking from vine to bottle, producing a variety of wines from both estate-grown and imported grapes. The tasting room includes a wrap-around deck with sweeping views of the vineyards, offering a scenic spot to enjoy a glass.

Why Book This Tour With Bourbon Barrel Cottages?

  • Private transportation designed around your group
  • Local hosts who understand pacing, timing, and flow
  • Flexible itineraries built around your distillery preferences
  • Thoughtful winery pairings that complement bourbon tastings
  • An enjoyable experience from pickup to final stop