SOUTHWESTERN WINERIES  The American southwest is adventurous, beautiful and rich in history and culture. It encompasses the states of Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. The Southwest borders Mexico to the south, Colorado and Utah to the north, California and Nevada to the west and Oklahoma in the east. Up to 8 states can be included in the American Southwest. There are more than 160 wineries located within the three states of Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. Many of these wineries have earned international recognition for their variety and quality of wines.   |
Featured Wineries ARIZONA AVA - Sonoita Arizona's vineyard owners are a diverse group. There are farmers who also grow other crops. There are also present and former college professors, lawyers, airline pilots, engineers, a Hollywood movie producer, a congressman and several medical professionals. Arizona wines have been served at the White House since 1989. The Arizona Wine industry generates $18 Million in Economic Impact. Arizona Wine Country attracts over 15,000 visitors each year. Total number of Wineries in Arizona (2008): 27 ___________________________________ CORONADO VINEYARDS 2909 E. Country Club Drive Willcox, AZ 85643 Phone: (520) 384-2993 Website: coronadovineyards.com/ Who We Are: Nestled between the majestic Mt. Graham and the unique Dos Cabezas mountains, in the Coronado National Forest, a unique wine tasting experience awaits you. Managing owners, Mark and Jacque Cook, and their partners dreamed of owning a beautiful winery with outstanding wines for many years. On November 18th, 2006 that dream became a reality with the Grand Opening of Coronado Vineyards. Coronado Vineyards presented nine unique wines, from a sweet white table wine to a dry red wine all from wine grapes grown here in Arizona. Hours: Monday - Saturday: 9:30 am - 5:30 pm. Sunday Noon - 4 pm.     _______________________________________________ DOS CABEZAS WINEWORKS 3248 HWY 82 / P.O. BOX 871 Sonoita, AZ 85637 Phone: (520) 455-5141 Website: doscabezaswinery.com Who We Are: Dos Cabezas WineWorks has been producing wines in Arizona since 1995. The winery was originally located on the 80 acre Dos Cabezas Vineyard near Willcox, AZ. Just after the harvest of 2006, winemaker Todd Bostock purchased the winery with the help of his wife Kelly & his parents Frank & Paula. The winery was moved to Sonoita, Arizona, close to the vineyard the family planted in Elgin in 2003. We have since opened a tasting room at the winery in Sonoita & look forward to seeing you there soon! _______________________________________________ ECHO CANYON WINERY Post Office Box 10411 Sedona, Arizona 86339 Phone: (928) 634-8122 Website: echocanyonwinery.com Who We Are: Echo Canyon Winery is just about 10 minutes from Sedona, AZ. Beautiful Oak Creek runs through our valley and feeds our land with it's pure mountain waters. The land here in our valley is beautiful and unique, with four geological layers of earth exposed, revealing thousands of years of history and change. The grapes are grown on mineral rich soil, utilizing organic and biodynamic techniques, from the finest clones - which produce our award-winning wines.  NEW MEXICO  New Mexico's sun-soaked soil and cool high-desert nights frame the modern return of wine making to the oldest wine producing region in the country. High desert climate and ideal soil from the fertile regions of Mesilla Valley, Middle Rio Grande Valley, Mimbres Valley and Rio Grande Valley feed Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Johannisburg Riesling, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and other classic grapes and fruits to produce award-winning wines. The first grapevines planted in what is now the state of New Mexico were brought in 1629 to Senecu, a Piro Indian pueblo south of Socorro, by Fray Gracia de Zuniga, a Franciscan, and Antonio de Arteaga, a Capuchin monk. San Antonio de Padua Mission, at Senecu, was located on the east bank of the Rio Grande, slightly north of the present small village of San Antonio. Total number of Wineries in New Mexico (2008): 40 _______________________________________ ANASAZI FIELDS WINERY P.O. Box 712 Placitas, NM 87043 Phone: (505) 867-3062 Website: anasazifieldswinery.com Who We Are: Our sits on the western edge of the old village of Placitas, New Mexico, between Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Orchards and vineyards surrounding the winery are watered by a spring-fed irrigation system that dates back over a thousand years to a time when the Anasazi people farmed the Placitas Valley. Nearby are petroglyphs which we have reproduced on our wine labels. Winery hours: Wed. thru Sun. 12pm-5:00pm or by appointment. _______________________________________________ LA VIñA WINERY 4201 S. Highway 28 La Union, NM 88021 Phone: (505)-882-7632 Website: lavinawinery.com Who We Are: At New Mexico's oldest winery, the ancient tradition of winemaking continues along the Don Juan de Oñate trail. Come by the tasting room and patio to taste and enjoy New Mexico's finest wines. The winery provides state-of-the-art winemaking facilities and a tasting room as well as grounds and patio suitable for weddings, picnics or any special event. La Viña hosts a Harvest Festival and Grape Stomp each year in October and a Blues & Jazz Festival in April, as well as an old fashioned country picnic and open house on July 4th. Tasting Room: noon to 5 pm Thurs-Tues, Closed Wed. Wine Tour: 11:30 am, by appointment. _______________________________________________ CASA RONDENA WINERY 733 Chavez Road NW Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM 87107 Phone: (505) 344-5911 or Toll Free: (800) 706-1699 Website: casarondena.com Who We Are: Casa Rondeña Winery was lovingly established in late 1995 as a family undertaking, with the first plantings in 1990 at the hands of the vintner and his two young sons, Ross and Clayton. The Tasting Room opened in August 1997 and a new winery building, with a commemorative Tricentennial bell tower, completed the winery's expansion in the autumn of 2004. The elegant estate continues to be the Calvin family home and retreat for the vintner and his family. TEXAS Texas is America's No. 5 grape and wine producer, according to a 2007 Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association report. Texas has more than 220 family-owned vineyards covering 3,700 acres. Texas grapes include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc and Merlot. Texas wineries are also doing great work with grapes such as Sangiovese, Syrah, Riesling, Blanc du Bois and Viognier. Talk about impact! The Texas wine industry contributes more than $1 billion a year to the state’s economy and supports about 8,000 jobs for Texans. The Texas Wine Regions include; Bell Mountain, Escondido Valley, Fredericksburg in the Texas Hill Country, Mesilla Valley, Texas Davis Mountains, Texas High Plains, Texas Hill Country and Texoma. Total number of Wineries in Texas (2008): 140 ________________________________________ GRAPE CREEK VINEYARDS 10587 East Highway 290 Fredricksburg, TX 78624 Phone: (830) 644-2710 Website: grapecreek.com Who We Are: The rolling hills and distant vistas of the Texas Hill Country are reminiscent of the growing regions of Italy and the Rhone country in Southern France. Grape Creek Vineyards started as a vineyard, even before there was any wine production. At one point there were 25 acres of Cabernet and Chardonnay. However, in the 1990’s a blight (most likely Pierce’s disease) wiped out a decade of work. However, from tragedy came new opportunities. The winery began to focus on identifying grapes from growers that would produce the best varietal and blended wines. This has resulted in an approach that has yielded superior, award-winning wines. Wines: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Fum Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Muscat Canelli, White Zinfandel, Riesling. _______________________________________________ SISTER CREEK VINEYARDS 1142 Sisterdale Rd. Sisterdale, TX 78006 Phone: (830) 324-6704 Website: sistercreekvineyards.com Who We Are: Since 1988, Sister Creek Vineyards has been located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in Sisterdale, Texas (Pop. 25). Bordeaux and Burgundy wine making techniques are employed to produce our Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot wines. These traditional wines are aged in 60 gallon oak barrels for up to three years. In combination with our barrel aging, minimal filtration methods are incorporated so the wines will retain their fullest flavors. In addition to these wines an Italian style Muscat Canelli is also produced. The winery is located between the cypress lined East and West Sister Creeks in a restored 1885 cotton gin. Wines: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Muscat Canelli. _______________________________________________ FLAT CREEK ESTATE 24912 Singleton Bend East Road Marble Falls, TX 78654 Phone: (512) 267-6310 Website: flatcreekestate.com Who We Are: Flat Creek Estate Vineyard and Winery captures the romance and charm one would anticipate when visiting any renowned wine region in the world. The 80-acre estate is located in the Texas Hill Country just outside of Austin. With a commitment to quality throughout the 20 acres of vineyards and 5,500 case winery, the wine portfolio reflects the commitment to crafting quality Texas wine. If you can’t visit us you can always BUY WINE online or JOIN THE WINE CLUB. _______________________________________________ MESSINA HOF WINERY & RESORT 4545 Old Reliance Road Bryan, Texas 77808 Phone: (979) 778-9463 or Toll Free: (800) 736-9463 Website: messinahof.com Who We Are: Messina Hof Winery & Resort, a Texas vineyard established in 1977 by Paul and Merrill Bonarrigo, is rooted in the union of two family heritages. Winemaker Paul Bonarrigo’s family dates back seven generations to Messina, Sicily. Merrill’s family is from Hof, Germany. As our many devoted enthusiasts can attest, it is our goal to share the good life with you. Stroll through the vineyard. Smell the roses. Sit by the waterfall. Relax with a glass of crisp Riesling or rich Shiraz. Indulge in fresh vineyard cuisine. Linger over candlelit conversation. Enjoy a quiet evening among friends or with the one you love. We welcome you on this journey and hope that we may guide you to discovering the romance and tradition of Messina Hof. _______________________________________________ SUVINO WINERY 120 South Main Street, Suite 40 Grapevine, TX 76051 Phone: 817-424-0123 Website: suvinowinery.com Who We Are: Su Vino Winery, founded in 2003, is a family owned and operated Texas winery located in the historic downtown of Grapevine, Texas which is just a few miles from the DFW airport. Su Vino is an award winning winery in Texas with a twist, not only have we won over 50 medals for our wines, but we were the first custom winery located in Texas and in the Southwest.  Colorado Wineries | Oregon Wineries | Washington Wineries | Western Wineries |  Interstate Wine Shipping Laws |
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