Things to do in Arizona, United States: The Best Wineries & Vineyards

June 12, 2021 Natalie Tallman

The state of Arizona is one that features a fantastic diversity of landscapes and areas of geological interest. North Arizona is famous for the Grand Canyon, a colorful chasm with steep rocky walls more than a mile deep and stretching some 277 miles alongside the Colorado River. Other notable destinations in North Arizona include Flagstaff set alongside the San Francisco Peaks which has the largest ponderosa pine forest, Museum of Northern Arizona, and is close to a number of national parks and monuments. On the south side of Arizona lies the city of Phoenix, the largest in Arizona. Notable day trips in Phoenix include the Heard Museum which is one of America's largest collections of Native American art, Phoenix Museum of History, as well as the Desert Botanical garden which has a great collection of desert plants.
Restaurants in Arizona

1. Chateau Tumbleweed

1151 W State Route 89a, Clarkdale, AZ 86324-3207 +1 928-634-0443 [email protected] http://www.chateautumbleweed.com
Excellent
86%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 42 reviews

Chateau Tumbleweed

Chateau Tumbleweed is a collaboration of four friends – two husband-and-wife teams – who, after working more than 30 combined years for other Arizona wineries, recently left their “day jobs” to focus on their own project. We have a great friendship, a penchant for absurdity and complementary skills in vineyard management, winemaking, sales and administration. We crafted our first wine – only three barrels – in 2011. After three vintages of making our wine at the Four-Eight Wineworks Winemaker’s Cooperative in Camp Verde (2012-2014), we took the plunge, purchased the building we’d been eying for the previous year and converted it into one of Clarkdale’s first commercial wineries and tasting rooms.

Reviewed By fox970 - Lexington, United States

I saw CT online with the Verde Valley tour and it said worth a stop, so we did Our host LOU which we want to adopt, was the best. Let us do a VIP switch around on the tasting and even went back and brought out some from the back room... Was a fun time and great atmosphere. If u r in the area, please stop and enjoy. And yes, we purchased some reds! Our covid safe tasting kinda sucked, but it was what it was. At least the wine was good DaveB

2. Flying Leap Tasting Room and Art Galery

10 Camino Otero, Tubac, AZ 85646 +1 520-954-2935 http://www.flyingleapvineyards.com/vineyards/tubac-tasting-room-art-gallery/
Excellent
87%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Flying Leap Tasting Room and Art Galery

Reviewed By JLZMcFarland - Middleton, United States

We each had a glass of wine and our hostess was well informed concerning the wine,the Arizona wine industry, and the Flying Leap history.

3. Vino Zona

527 Main Street, Jerome, AZ 86331 [email protected] http://www.vinozona.love
Excellent
88%
Good
4%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

Vino Zona

Vino Zona is a cozy space dedicated to relaxing and enjoying amazing Arizona wine. Arizona is home to the perfect climate. We hand pick the very best dry and sweet wines Arizona has to offer! Our view of Sedona and the Verde Valley make this an intimate and friendly place to try Arizona wine! We look forward to sharing great AZ wine with you!

Reviewed By aliciastuart59 - Kankakee, United States

My husband and I stopped in to Vino Zona while staying in Jerome. We REALLY enjoyed our hostess as she tailored our tastings to our taste. She also explained each wine she was pouring and was very knowledgeable about the grapes used. The bottles were a little more expensive than we had anticipated but we did think it was nice that the winemaker had signed them.

4. Sonoita Vineyards

290 Elgin Canelo Rd, Elgin, AZ 85611-8001 +1 520-455-5893 [email protected] http://www.sonoitavineyards.com
Excellent
61%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 115 reviews

Sonoita Vineyards

Sonoita Vineyards is the oldest running commercial vineyard and winery in the state of Arizona. Founded in 1974 by Dr. Gordon Dutt, from University of Arizona, the winery has stayed in the family since then. Situated in the rolling hills in the Sonoita-Elgin area of Southern Arizona the Winery has produced many award winning wines from southeastern Arizona grapes. The winemaker is currently Lori Dutt Reynolds, Dr. Dutt’s granddaughter, and her husband Robi is the current Vineyard Manager. Between the two of them they have four children they’re raising in and amongst the vines.

Reviewed By 2TravelTheWorld2014 - San Jose, United States

We had a wonderful time at this family vineyard. Comfortable outdoor seating on a beautiful day. The winemaker was informative and friendly. Variety of wines that were very nice.

5. Page Springs Cellars

1500 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, AZ 86325-6008 +1 928-639-3004 [email protected] http://www.pagespringscellars.com/
Excellent
64%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
5%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 488 reviews

Page Springs Cellars

Reviewed By JLB47 - Washington DC, United States

I visited Page Springs Cellars for a wine tasting and lunch. I sat at the outside bar, which had a view of the vineyards, and tried the Red Flight. I enjoyed the dry reds and the conversation I had with the server. For lunch, I had the curry chicken salad sandwich and a salad, which was delicious. Bonus was the fun music they were playing on the balcony--just loud enough to hear, but not too loud that people couldn't have conversations. As my title says, it was a lovely visit. I would recommend Page Springs Cellars to others!

6. Caduceus Cellars

158 Main St, Jerome, AZ 86331-9997 +1 928-639-9463 http://caduceus.org
Excellent
59%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 257 reviews

Caduceus Cellars

Reviewed By fox970 - Lexington, United States

While in Sedona we were curious about the talk of wine in the area. We started at Jerome and thought we would try it . We got there as they just opened and found out there was just a limited tasting. I had ask about a certain wine and the gentleman, that I hate that I can’t remember his name was nice enough to open a bottle and let us taste The wine is not cheap and u get what u pay for. Was a great start to our Verde Valley tour. Great job Maynard! DaveB

7. Alcantara Vineyards and Winery

3445 S Grapevine Way Verde Valley, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-5152 +1 928-649-8463 [email protected] http://www.alcantaravineyard.com
Excellent
54%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 245 reviews

Alcantara Vineyards and Winery

Alcantara Vineyards is a dream venture created by Barbara and husband Bob to provide their family and partners the opportunity to live the dream of growing a vineyard community and winery. It was in cultivating the vineyards and embracing the land that Barbara and her family soon realized there was a bigger picture in this hidden treasure along the confluence of two rivers. You’ll find Alcantara Vineyards has over 13,000 vines and offers 12 different varietals. While you sip wine and enjoy our peaceful surroundings, which include vineyards, a grass picnic area, the Verde River and bald eagles flying overhead, you’ll find you are part of our community and family.

Reviewed By hotrody - South Shore, United States

Had a good time and the wines were good. Annie was a great host with a lot of knowledge as she been drinking there for 7 years and working there for 2 years.A must stop if you are on a wine tasting tour.

8. Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room

1023 N Main St Old Town Cottonwood, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3516 +1 928-639-2789 [email protected] http://www.azstronghold.com
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 274 reviews

Arizona Stronghold Vineyards Tasting Room

Nestled in the heart of Old Town Cottonwood, this historic location is an ideal home for Arizona Stronghold's Tasting Room. Our guests enjoy the quirky and fun yet relaxed setting while enjoying some of the finest handcrafted wine that Arizona has to offer. Featuring wine tasting flights daily, a delicious skewer and tapas menu, live music Fridays, local art, and a great staff. Open everyday of the year.

Reviewed By 649emilyg - North Ogden, United States

We had a very enjoyable experience at Arizona Stronghold vineyards. The white wine flights were fantastic and the cheese plate was the best! Our service was impressive.. fun friendly knowledgeable staff! Loved the casual atmosphere and Wines were delicious. Would highly recommend!

9. Pillsbury Wine Company North

1012 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326-3530 +1 928-639-0646 [email protected] http://www.pillsburywine.com
Excellent
50%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 125 reviews

Pillsbury Wine Company North

This is a wine tasting room

Reviewed By aliciastuart59 - Kankakee, United States

My husband and I stayed at the Tavern Hotel and opted for the "Sip and Stay" package. Pillsbury was one of the participating wineries that closed the earliest. We had called for an appointment to taste as soon as we arrived, but was informed that flights/tasting ended at 6pm. After such time glasses could be purchased at a happy hour price. Upon coming in, we were treated as if we were old friends and our tasting was accommodated. We both liked the WildChild Red and WildChild White wines. Overall, we felt the staff was welcoming and made an effort to work with us on short notice.

10. Callaghan Vineyards

336 Elgin Rd, Elgin, AZ 85611-7504 +1 520-455-5322 [email protected] http://www.callaghanvineyards.com/
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 96 reviews

Callaghan Vineyards

Reviewed By 22madeline

Always a wonderful welcome, with delicious wines for every visit. Good Covid measures with a large outdoor area to enjoy the picnic you bring along! A delicious new white wine is "Love Muffin"! Try it, you'll love it!

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