Here is a list of ALL active Arizona Wineries. They are organized alphabetically and by location: Northern, Central, Sonoita/Elgin (and beyond) or Southeastern Arizona. Visit our Maps page to help you plan your trip to the wine country.
Alcantara is a dream venture created by Owner Barbara Predmore. Barbara and her husband Bob started the vineyard to provide their family and partners the opportunity to work and develop a vineyard community and winery, making wines that are comparable to the best of California and Europe. Barbara had spent four years with research and diligence using the best consultants from the University of Arizona and UC Davis, as well as support from her family at the noted Martin-Weyrich Vineyards in Central California. Alcantara Vineyard is perched on 87 acres of sloping terrain off the Verde River and Oak Creek. The newly constructed Tuscan Farmhouse serves as the Tasting Room for hosting the many friends and guests that visit from around the globe. Visit their website for more info.
Verde Valley - (928) 649-8463
Caduceus Cellars/Merkin Vineyards
Maynard James Keenan created the Caduceus label for his Arizona vineyard, Merkin Vineyards. One day while sipping some fine wine on his patio in the hills of northern Arizona, he realized that the climate in the area was similar to the climates where some of his favorite wines were produced. Why not grow a vineyard here? When asked about the type of wine he intended to grow, he answered, “My art and music has been described as ‘thick, dense, rich complex, engaging, emotional, and spiritual,’ by those who are fans. And an ‘acquired taste’ for those kind others who are not.“ He felt that Arizona aligned with this description and that they were a match made in heaven. “Surely these qualities will be reflected in the wine that Arizona will present to us”. (Oh, did we forget to mention he is the lead singer for Tool). His wines can be purchased at a select few stores and at his website.
Northern Arizona
Echo Canyon
Jon Marcus, a former attorney from Detroit, bought 32 acres of fertile land that is now Echo Canyon Vineyard. About 100 years ago, Echo Canyon was home to a farm that produced fruits and vegetables for the mining camps in Jerome. Today, nestled along the banks of the pristine Oak Creek, the rock-walled vineyards produce wines that rival the finest made anywhere. They have planted only the best grape clones, utilizing organic and biodynamic farming methods. The wines are also produced in small, traditional open-top fermenters. Varietals include Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet, Cabernet Franc and Zinfandel. Their tasting room is located at Art of Wine in the Hyatt Piñon Pointe Shops in Uptown Sedona. Their wines can also be tasted at Jon's newest venture in Willcox, AZ: Crop Circle Winery. Visit Echo Canyon's website for more info.
Sedona - (928) 634-8122
Freitas Vineyard
Hidden away on the outskirts of Cottonwood, AZ is a small vineyard, the dream of Ray Freitas. She planted the 3 1/2 acre vineyard, located near the Verde River, in 2000 and has been tending her vines since then. The first harvests were not good enough for wine, but her 2006 grapes: Malvasia, Cabernet, Syrah and Merlot have provided the first bottling of 100 cases. Ray calls her Malvasia "Sunlight in a bottle". Freitas Vineyard produces the only Estate Grown wines, produced in the European Tradition, in the Verde Valley. Ray is currently establishing sales venues for her limited quantities of the 2006 wines and is looking forward to bottling her 2007 harvest, which will include a Petite Syrah. For more information call Freitas Vineyard or email paradiserf@hotmail.com. They don't yet have a website.
Cottonwood - (928) 639-2149 or (928) 202-9568
Granite Creek Vineyard
Granite Creek Vineyards is a family owned and operated vineyard and winery near Prescott, Arizona. Nestled in a unique valley at 4600 ft, the vineyards are surrounded by rugged granite peaks and high elevation rolling prairie. Vines bask in the intense sunshine this fabulous microclimate provides with hot days and cool nights lasting late into the fall. These perfect ripening conditions combined with organically farmed granite soil and pure well water develop truly delicious fruit. The vineyard was established in 1974 by the Hoult family and has been managed organically its entire life on a historic farm in the town of Chino Valley. The first certified organic farm in Arizona, Granite Creek Vineyards today is one of only a handful of wineries in the United States that make 100% Certified Organic wines without sulfites. To learn more and view beautiful pictures of historic Granite Creek Vineyards visit their website.
Chino Valley - (928) 636-2003
Javelina Leap Vineyard & Winery
An Arizona resident for 30 years, owner and winemaker extraordinaire, Rod Snapp is an entrepreneur whose roots go deep within the community. Chef, fireman, landscaper, publisher, developer and a founding participant in the first ever Sedona Jazz on the Rocks, an event he continues to volunteer for over the past 20 years, he's done a lot!. His experience as a chef and long time passion for the art of cooking went hand in hand with the fine wine and soon led Rod to his Enology/Viticulture apprenticeship and the purchase of land. After six years of struggle and sacrifice, the dream of his own vineyard and winery was realized when Javelina Leap Vineyard and Winery opened in November of 2006. Visit their website for more info.
Page Springs - (928) 274-0394
Jerome Winery
Jerome Winery was built on the side of Cleopatra Hill between Prescott and Sedona in the historic town of Jerome, featuring over 30 uniquely handcrafted, individually distinct wines. The Vintner's philosophy is to create wines that are enjoyable for the novice and the connoisseur alike. John LcLoughlin, the Owner and Vintner, learned the art of winemaking by training as an apprentice under master winemakers throughout the United States and Europe. He personally makes all the wines that are tasted and sold. Wine varieties include Pinot Grigio, Mourvedre, Red and White Zinfandel, Syrah, Muscat, Sparking Wine, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, 15-yr-old Port and others that are soon to be added! Old family photos compose the labels that identify the wine. The winery sports a wooden tasting counter topped with copper made by John himself. In addition to the Jerome Winery, they have 80 acres of land in the Willcox area in Southeastern Arizona - home to Dragoon Mountain Vineyards, the source for grapes for their wines. Please visit their website for more info.
Jerome - (928) 639-9067
Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery
Deb Wahl, owner of Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery, has heard many times that "good wine grows on gentle slopes with a river nearby", and this is why her vineyard is located in beautiful Sedona, across from Oak Creek. In the higher elevations of the property they grow Syrah & Merlot; in the lower portion they are growing Zinfandel and Chardonnay. There is great sun exposure and currently they have approximately 4000 plants on just over three acres, although they're expanding more and more every year. They produce full bodied flavorful reds and crisp, lean whites in small batches, giving individual attention to each barrel. Please visit their website for more info.
Page Springs - (928) 649-0290
Page Springs Cellars
At Page Springs Cellars their goal is to create delicious wines that express the unique character of their landscape. They trust that their wines and winemaking convey their philosophies concerning family education and living life to the fullest. Owner and Winemaker Eric Glomski feels strongly that growing grapes, making wine and raising a glass is a cultural ritual that fosters friendship, brings together families and unites communities. "Good wine is not strictly the esoteric fare of nobility. Wine is for the people." Not only does Eric have a vineyard in Page Springs in northern Arizona, he has purchased the Dos Cabezas Vineyard in Willcox and has renamed the vineyard—Arizona Stronghold. Eric’s vision is at the forefront of bringing Arizona wines onto the national stage! He also sells the Cadaceous label from his Tasting Room. They look forward to sharing their passion and interest in wine with everyone. Please visit their website for more info.
Page Springs - (928) 649-8463
San Dominique Winery
At 4600 feet, in the hills of the Verde Valley, is San Dominique Winery. The winery was founded in 1978 with plantings of premium varieties of wine grapes that have won many national and regional awards for excellence. In 1989, San Dominique started "Fiesta Garlica" in response to the Verde Valley Arizona Garlic Growers. Today, they produce over 65 garlic related items as a result of the garlic festivals held in the area. For more information on the wines and garlic items, please visit their website.
Camp Verde - (602) 549-9787
Sycamore Canyon Winery
Sycamore Canyon Winery is located on the banks of Oak Creek just south of Sedona. Their mission statement is to create the finest quality wines available anywhere in the world. The location of the vineyard was chosen because of the perfect microclimate for growing grapes, plenty of sunshine, clean water and a cold breeze that comes down from the Mogollon Rim which cools the grapes off every evening. All of their custom wines can be sampled at the Art of Wine located in Sedona at the Hyatt Pinon Pointe Shopping Center open 7 days a week.
Casavino Custom Winery lets you make quality fine wine with your own custom-designed front and back label. No experience (or stomping) necessary!!
Come into the winery, select your favorite wine to make (over 200 different types), and with staff consultation, start fermentation of a batch (yielding 30 bottles). In about six weeks, it's ready for bottling and labeling. Their graphic artists will design a label for you based on your needs, or you can design it yourself! All custom label design work is free. Visit their website for more info.
Fountain Hills - (480) 816-8466
Kokopelli Winery
Kokopelli secures their grapes from vineyards in southeastern Arizona, primarily the Bonita Springs Farm. Bonita Valley is located approximately 20 miles north of Willcox, AZ at an estimated 4500 foot elevation. The Bonita Valley is one of the largest organically certified fruit producing areas in the Southwest. The vineyard was planted in 1991 and produces 13 different varietal grapes. Don and Carol Minchella and 5th & 6th generation wine-makers Herve & Florent Lescombes, combined their Italian and French heritages to launch the Kokopelli Winery in 1994, capitalizing on their expertise to produce 24 award winning wines of Arizona. Kokopelli continues to be family-owned and operated, today under the care of 4th generation wine-maker, Dennis Minchella. While enjoying a meal at the Bistro in Chandler, enjoy a taste of their wines. Visit their website for more info.
Chandler - (480) 792-6927
PurVine
Developed in partnership between Avenue Communities, LLC and Ray Signorello, Jr., owner of the award-winning Signorello Vineyards in Napa, PūrVine offers wine enthusiasts a privileged opportunity to delve deeply into the culture of wine and winemaking.
PūrVine creates an education experience, enabling those who enroll to learn about winemaking and providing “backstage” access to a professional winemaking operation. World-class Cabernet Sauvignon grapes have been sourced from vineyards along the Silverado Trail and throughout Napa Valley and are currently aging in French and American oak barrels.
A very special aspect of PūrVine is that 100% of their profits will be donated back to TRACares Foundation. TRACares supports causes of all sizes, locally and globally, with a central mission of “empowering community.” www.tracares.org
PūrVine students are also invited to participate in a wealth of wine-and culinary-related activities and events with friends and fellow students. They will be invited to attend dedicated wine education sessions, to enjoy winemaker dinners created by celebrity chefs and to join exclusive tours to vineyard regions both near and far. Visit their website for more info.
Tempe - (480) 968-1576
Studio Vino
Studio Vino is a custom winery where you can create, bottle custom label and design your own wine.
Whether you are looking to design wine for gift giving, you are interested in scheduling a group event, you are curious about making your own wine or you have an occasion which calls for something special, visit Studio Vino.
Our shop provides many wine varieties from which to choose. You can select the wine that best suits your taste. As you make your batch of wine, you can customize to your liking. Or, Studio Vino can provide you wine made on site at our local winery - and you select your own label.
Visit their website for more info.
Tempe - (480) 897-1800
Su Vino Winery
Su Vino Winery in Scottsdale is the second installment of the award-winning winery founded in Grapevine, TX. The winery is family owned and operated; it's located in the Arts District of Downtown Scottsdale. Su Vino is an award winning winery with over 40 medals for their wines. They are the first and only winery in Scottsdale and the first to offer customers the opportunity to have a wine made specifically for them and their palate. They strive to make wine more fun and friendly by breaking down the barriers of wine-speak and wine snobbery. The sophisticated yet fun tasting room is offered for corporate mixers, team building meetings, wine education classes or customer appreciation events. Visit their website for more info.
Located at the gateway to old Mexico on the Patagonia Highway, Arizona Vineyards is a roadside classic complete with a colorful building and antique winery décor. Be sure to take along a camera. Inside there are wine artifacts from all over the world including huge wooded casks, sculptures and painting. Hours could be spent browsing and listening to the saga of each item. The wines are unique as well with classic southwestern names like Rattlesnake Red, Desert Dust, Apache Red and Coyote Red. Arizona Vineyards does not have a website at this time.
Nogales - (520) 287-7972
Callaghan Vineyards
Located in the rolling oak-dotted hills of southeastern Arizona, at an elevation of 4800 feet, Callaghan Vineyards produces rich, complex red and white wines from its 25-acre vineyard. Mediterranean and Spanish varietals - Petite Verdot, Petite Syrah, Tempranillo, Mourvedre and Grenache - are the basic building blocks for their red blends, while Viognier and Riesling are blended for the estate wine. They will soon include Marsanne, Roussane, Malvasia Bianca and Gruner Veltliner. From their first vintage in 1991, their wines have received many accolades from the most respected wine writers/publications in the world. Visit their website for more info. Also check out Kent's wine blog.
Elgin - (520) 455-5322
Canelo Hills Vineyard and Winery
Canelo Hills Vineyard and Winery is a family owned and operated winery established in 2003 by Tim and Joan Mueller. They planted 1/2 acre of Syrah at that time and as of spring 2008 they have 6 acres planted. They are currently bottling Syrah, Riesling, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Sangiovese and Chardonnay wines for tasting. In the Spring each year they have their Wine and Farm Festival where you can taste the wines from various Arizona Wineries, as well as buy local farm products. Learn more about them on their website and blog.
Elgin - (520) 455-5499
Charron Vineyards
Nestled in a secluded location southeast of Tucson, Leo Cox began building his dream of having a vineyard. Five years of living and working in Spain, clearly defined his destiny as a "Wine Grape Grower and Maker". The chance discovery of this location in Arizona was Mr. Cox's fulfillment of an extensive ten year search, covering all Western grape growing regions and includes the continued expansion of his vineyard. Today, Charron Vineyards handcrafts about 200 cases of White Merlot. Leo sells out every year! Cabernet Franc and Tempranillo vines are being planted as well. Please visit his website to learn more. Check out Leo's blog!
Vail - (520) 762-8585
Dos Cabezas WineWorks
Dos Cabezas Wine Works 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 and his parents Frank & Paula. The winery was moved to Sonoita, Arizona, close to the vineyards the family planted in Elgin in 2003. They have since opened a tasting room at the winery in Sonoita and look forward to seeing you there soon! Please visit their website for more info.
Sonoita - (520) 455-5141
Four Monkey Winery
Four Monkey Wines, one of Arizona’s new wineries, produces quality wines at reasonable prices; the four wines retail for under $9.99/bottle. The winery produces the Playful Monkey, a Cabernet Sauvignon, a 2007 Governor’s Choice Wine Competition Silver Medal Winner. The other three wines are the Sinful Monkey, the Naughty Monkey and the Cheeky Monkey—encompassing two reds and two whites, all representing individual personalities. Tastings are located at the Village of Elgin Winery. Please visit his website to learn more.
Elgin - (520) 455-9309
Kief-Joshua Vineyards
Kief-Joshua Vineyards, one of Arizona wine country's newest wineries and tasting rooms, is located in the town of Elgin. Stop by this 20 acre vineyard, located less than one hour south of Tucson off Route 83, to taste their new full-bodied releases, which include Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Also meet the winemaker, Kief Manning. Kief, a graduate of Chapparral High School in Scottsdale, and earned a degree in Wine Technology and Marketing from Monash University in Victoria, Australia. Visit their website for more information.
Elgin - (520) 455-5582
Rancho Rossa Vineyards
Rancho Rossa Vineyards is one of the largest family owned wineries in the Sonoita area. They specialize in ultra-premium varietal bottlings from their 17 acres of estate plantings, using only 100% estate grown fruit in their wines. Their first vines were planted in 2002 and their second vineyard was planted in 2003. They have 12.5 acres of red varieties and 4.5 acres of white. Rancho Rossa will donate $0.10 to the American Cancer Society for every bottle of wine sold. Please visit their website for more info.
Elgin - (520) 455-0700
Sonoita Vineyards
Dr. Gordon Dutt, owner and founder of Sonoita Vineyards, is a retired soil scientist from the University of Arizona. As part of a research project back in 1973, he established an experimental vineyard on the red, acidic clay of the Babacomari Ranch in Southern Arizona. The success of that vineyard and the quality of the wines from those grapes led to the planting of a commercial vineyard in 1979, the first in the Sonoita-Elgin area. Sonoita Vineyards’ winery opened in 1983 with a first-vintage production of 300 gallons.
Today Winemaker Fran Lightly is producing nearly 4000 cases (9500 gallons) per year from 10 different grape varieties including Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Over 90% of this production is sold through a beautiful and spacious tasting room, gift shop and special events facility with picturesque views of hillside vineyards, rolling grasslands and scenic mountain ranges. This facility is open daily (except major holidays) from 10AM to 4PM. For more info, please visit their website.
Elgin - (520) 455-5893
Village of Elgin Winery
The Village of Elgin Winery emphasizes terroir. They stomp the grapes, use natural yeasts, hand craft and use only new wood casks. The winery accents small lot red, white and rosé wines ranging from single varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese to traditional blended delights. Each wine is handcrafted by the winemakers/owners Gary and Kathy Reeves. The Village of Elgin Winery is home to the renowned Tombstone Red which has spawned three other wines including a seven-year-old Cabernet Sauvignon named Tombstone Gunslinger and two whites, Tombstone Rain and Tombstone Showdown. Their Dry Rosé was the Rosé category Best of Class at the Governor’s Choice. For more information, please visit their website.
Eric Glomski and Maynard Keenan purchased the historic Dos Cabezas Vineyards in early 2007 and renamed the Willcox vines - Arizona Stronghold Vineyards. They believe that the soils and climate at the vineyard stand up to the finest in the world, feeling strongly that their wines express, first and foremost, Arizona, and secondarily the grapes and hands of the vignerons involved. Their desire is to bring Arizona to the national wine stage, promoting their wines as value and quality based. They believe that great wine doesn’t have to be expensive; it doesn’t have to be pretentious; and it shouldn’t be hard to find. It just has to be great and it has to be made by people that care. Arizona Stronghold Vineyard’s philosophy is all about place, people, quality and value. Their white wine, Tazi, premiered in Spring 2008, while their two reds are set to be released in late fall/early winter of 2008. With sixty acres of actively producing vines, they are currently the largest producing vineyard in the state, although they realize that they won’t be alone for long and welcome other quality winemakers to join them in the region. To learn more about their venture, visit their website at www.arizonastrongholdvineyards.com. Please visit their website for more info. Be sure to visit Eric Glomski's blog.
Willcox - (928) 639-3004
Colibri Vineyards
Before Bob Johnson became a plant scientist, his wife Mickey, a physician and him spent most of their adult lives in the medical field. One spring morning in 1995, he discovered a restless apple orchard with wonderful rows of trees arm-in-arm. The land "called to him". As he stood surveying the buildings and grounds, his gaze caught sight of a beautiful stone arch up on a hilltop, carved thousands of years ago by combined forces of nature. Without hesitation, he and his wife purchased the property, named it Colibri and began to create their dream. August of 2003 marked a spectacular first harvest with their friends and family. Since then their vines have produced exceptional wines, better than they could've ever imagined. Please visit their website for more info.
Portal - (520) 558-2401
Coronado Vineyards
Nestled between the majestic Mt. Graham and the Dos Cabezas mountains, in the Coronado National Forest, a special wine tasting experience awaits you. Managing owners, Mark and Jacque Cook, and their partners dreamed of owning a beautiful winery and producing outstanding wines for many years. On November 18th, 2006 that dream became a reality with the grand opening of the Coronado Vineyards. They presented nine unique wines, from a sweet white table wine to a dry red wine - all from grapes grown here in Arizona. Coronado Vineyards produces some of Arizona's finest wines. With elevations reaching over 4000 feet, Arizona's high desert is the perfect location for producing grapes of distinct quality and character. Warm summer days, cool nights and mineral rich soils contribute to the intensity and wide range of flavors in these fine wines. The winery and on-site vineyard offer the perfect setting for a private event. With full catering services and a warm and inviting staff, your special event is sure to be one to remember. Visit the website for more info.
Willcox - (520) 384-2993
Crop Circle Vineyard
Jon Marcus' vision for the 80 acres of land in Willcox at his Crop Circle Vineyard and Winery is to have a completely green, solar, biodynamic farm, producing not only grapes for wine, but various foods such as nuts and fruits. It's a new way of thinking, utilizing Mayan Circle planting techniques for the vines. There will also be plenty of pasture space along with animals on site. The winery and antique-themed tasting room facility is twice the size of that at his Echo Canyon Vineyard in Sedona. Jon is excited about what the future holds for the land in the southeastern region of Arizona and believes that this area holds great potential for the state's ever-growing wine industry. The Crop Circle Vineyard & Winery is not currently online, but please feel free to visit their Echo Canyon Winery website.
Willcox - (520) 384-3022
Fort Bowie Vineyards
Fort Bowie Vineyards & Orchard Products features the freshest and finest products. Currently the Orchards produce Pecans, Walnuts, Peaches and Cherries. A variety of nut products including specialty roasted Cinnamon Sugared Pecans, Salted and Roasted Pecans, Chocolate Pecan Clusters and Pecan Oil can be purchased at their store year round.
The Vineyards produce a unique diversity of wines ranging from their famous Arizona Sweet Water, a sweet white dessert wine to their Pecan Delight, a distinctive sparkling wine with the essence of pecans. Fort Bowie Vineyards recently introduced a new line of Chocolate Wine Sauces and Wine Truffles. Wine tasting is offered daily. Please visit their website for more info.
Bowie - (888) 299-5951
Keeling-Schaefer Vineyards
Located 12 miles south of the Chiricahua National Monument, Keeling-Schaefer Vineyards is a premium Arizona wine producer. Their vision is to produce exclusively estate grown and bottled wine on 21 acres of vineyards located on Rock Creek on the western slope of the Chiricahua Mountains in far southeastern Arizona. At 5000 feet above sea level, the summer climate of warm, sunny days and cool, high desert nights combines with the unique Rhyolite volcanic soils to create wine with special characteristics. They grow Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Viognier and Petite Sirah. Wine production for the 2007 vintage is 2300 cases. The winery and vineyard is not open to the public, however, they do accept visitors by appointment. Tastings are $5 and include a commemorative glass. Please call (520) 824.2500 or email at jan@keelingschaefervineyards.com. Please visit their website for more info.
Pearce - (520) 824-2500
Pillsbury Wine Company
Pillsbury Wine Company is the brainchild of Sam Pillsbury, noted Hollywood director and former co-owner of Dos Cabezas winery in Southeastern Arizona. Wine is his passion and Sam has done it all - from planting vines to serving Dos Cabezas wines at the White House. Dos Cabezas wines have received stellar reviews over the years and Sam is now ready to take his skills and experience in a new direction.
Sam is joined in the project by winemaker Eric Glomski, formerly with David Bruce and Caymus wineries in California and by Rob Dunaway, attorney/businessman, voted one of Phoenix's top 12 business advisors in the New Times 2001 Reader's Poll.
His wines can be found at stores throughout Arizona and can be purchased online. Please visit their website for more info.
Willcox - (310) 508-3348
Sweet Sunrise Vineyard
Sweet Sunrise Vineyard was established in 1997 by Peter and Judy Lechtenbohmer. Pete found a passion for growing grapes when he was working in a bank and decided that the grapes were getting too expensive! In the 1980's he was the owner and manager of Desert Sweet Grapes in Maricopa, Arizona - growing the first organic seedless table grapes from the low desert of Arizona. Then when the bank he worked for sold he had the opportunity to fulfill his dream - growing grapes for wine. He had purchased the land in Willcox which he felt was optimal for the growing conditions that wine grapes require. He has made small amounts of wine for four years. The wine is not for sale - but the vineyard is. Please see our Real Estate page for more information on this vineyard. You may also visit the Sweet Sunrise Vineyard website for more info.
