Belle Meade Plantation, now officially titled Belle Meade Historic Site and Winery, is a historic farm established in 1807 that was built, owned and controlled by five generations of the Harding-Jackson family for nearly a century. Located at 5025 Harding Pike in Nashville, Tennessee, near the Natchez Trace, it once was one of the grandest estates in the South and has been converted into a showplace. At one time, it grew to cover 5,400 acres and used a labor force of 136 enslaved workers. The centerpiece is a Greek Revival mansion built in 1853. Today, the historic site is operated as a tourist attraction, museum, non-profit winery and onsite restaurant. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, it has several original buildings on the remaining 30 acres of property, including a dairy, gardener's house, carriage house, stable, mausoleum and the original 1790s Harding log cabin. Start at the Visitors' Center, which was constructed in 1990 to serve as the central point for guests to arrive. It also serves as a gift shop. In 2009, Belle Meade opened Nashville's first winery featuring Tennessee red and white wines made from the native southern grape, the muscadine and blackberry fruit. The onsite restaurant, the Belle Meade Meat and Three, offers smoked meats, fresh cooked vegetables, biscuits, cornbread and home-made desserts. In 1853, the house was altered by applying stucco to cover the red bricks and a two-story veranda was created on the central block, featuring six solid limestone pillars quarried at Belle Meade and styled in the Doric order. A two-story kitchen extension was added to the house via a two-level breezeway. In the interior, a 14 feet high central Entrance Hall runs the full length of the house from west to east. The walls display thoroughbred horse paintings by 19th century painters that depict some of the most famous horses. On the north end of the hall, double parlors feature wood of the tulip poplar, Tennessee's state tree. The library and dining rooms are found to the south, featuring portraits of the Harding family and chandeliers that once were lit with methane gas. The second and third floors are accessed by a winding, cantilevered Second Empire-style staircase carved from cherry. The second floor contains two connected bedrooms to the north and a guest bedroom and master bedroom to the south. In 1883, the interior was modernized by adding three full bathrooms complete with hot and cold running water. The mansion also has a cellar, uncommon at the time, containing a steam engine and a boiler to power the hot and cold running water in the house. Belle Meade is Nashville's answer to Stanton Hall in Natchez, Mississippi.

This was our 4th time to do the wine tasting/food pairing at Belle Meade. We take all of our out of town guest here. GREAT experience. We have had Becky, Laura and Quinn ....all wonderful Sommeliers. The wine is amazing and the food pairing is elevated and so tasty. All of the sommeliers are knowledgeable, personable and make the experience so fun! We never want the experience to end so we always buy a bottle or two to enjoy outside in the courtyard afterwards. I can't say enough about the vibe and experience. We will be back in October with our next guests! Thank you Belle Meade! oh and after you visit the winery have dinner at Sperrys right next door. FABULOUS!

Great experience, great food and drink. Host was very knowledgeable. Venue was amazing. Would highly recommend.

If you're visiting Nashville, put the Belle Meade Winery Wine & Food Pairing at the very top of your list—right alongside the Grand Ole Opry. It was truly one of the highlights of our trip!Our sommelier, Paige, was absolutely outstanding. She was warm, extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and made the entire experience both educational and fun. The chef's selections were nothing short of extraordinary. The flavors complemented the wines perfectly. Each pairing seemed even better than the last, and we found ourselves continually saying, Wow! The creativity and attention to detail were simply remarkable.If you're in Nashville, don't miss this experience. It's an absolute MUST DO, and one we'll be talking about for years to come. Bravo to Paige, the chef, and the entire team at Belle Meade for creating such a special experience!

Our visit to Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery was a memorable experience and a fantastic addition to our time in Nashville. The beautifully preserved estate offers a fascinating look into the area's rich history, with engaging tours that provide insight into the property's heritage and significance.The grounds are stunning, featuring elegant historic buildings, scenic landscapes, and a peaceful atmosphere that makes exploring a pleasure. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and brought the stories of the estate to life in an engaging and thoughtful way.The winery experience was equally enjoyable, offering a relaxing opportunity to sample a selection of wines in a beautiful setting. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, gardens, or wine, Belle Meade offers a well-rounded and enjoyable experience. We highly recommend visiting and allowing plenty of time to explore everything this unique historic site has to offer.