Did you know New Mexico is the oldest wine-producing state in the country? In 1629, the first vines were planted near Socorro in an effort to produce communion wine and have since become known as the Mission grape.
If you’re looking to partake in a smidgen of this history, visiting one of New Mexico’s 40-some wineries is the perfect way to get started. Not sure where to begin? Board this amazing New Mexico wine shuttle for a leisurely tour of a few of the state’s enchanting wineries and vineyards.
New Mexico Wine Tours is a Santa Fe-based company that specializes in various wine-centered tours. The shuttle is one of four different tours they offer and will take you to three wineries in northern New Mexico.
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During the ride, you’ll embark on a guided tour with a small group of friends and fellow wine enthusiasts. In addition to tasting various wines at local vineyards, you’ll also get to enjoy a fresh lunch and charcuterie boards.
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Which wineries will you visit? Guides will take you to a trio of tasting rooms, choosing from Black Mesa Winery, Vivác Winery, La Chiripada Winery, and Gruet Winery.
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Black Mesa Winery is known for its red wines, such as its award-winning cabernet sauvignon and the chocolate-y dessert wine, Black Beauty.
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Vivác Winery is a wonderful little mountain refuge with some wonderfully rich red wines and award-winning bright white wines.
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La Chiripada is New Mexico’s oldest winery, and their decades of award-winning wines back up that claim. Their white wines are crisp and perfect for a warm afternoon.
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For those with a more delicate palate, Gruet Winery will be a definite hit. This location is known for its bottles of sparkling wines from pinot noir and chardonnay.
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Which of these locations would you want to visit while on the tour?
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Website: newmexicowinetour.com Phone: (505) 250-8943
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Black Mesa Winery/Facebook
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Looking forward to a remote getaway in the picturesque San Juan River Valley that also includes wine? Be sure to check out Wines of the San Juan, an exquisite winery in the tiny town of Blanco, New Mexico. Read more in The Remote Winery In New Mexico That’s Picture Perfect For A Day Trip.
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