Archive for the ‘Colorado Wine’ Category

Wine tasting Grand Junction

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Sandwiched between the Rocky Mountains and the raging Colorado River, Grand Junction, Colorado is a town known for many things: rafting, biking, hiking, dining and wining (not to be confused with whining). Wine tasting in Grand Junction has been gaining speed: as the vineyards grow so does the interest of locals and tourists alike. Known as Colorado s wine country, this town offers wine tours, biking tours through vineyards, and, of course, wine tasting Grand Junction style. Set in the majestic Rocky Mountains, there is no better place to enjoy a glass – or twenty – of vino.

Wine tasting Colorado

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

To the out of state tourist, and even to some of the locals, Colorado is known for its wintry atmosphere, its snowcapped peaks and penchant for powder covered bunny hills. But, what people just might not realize is Colorado has become increasingly known also for wine tasting. The western slope, home to places like Grand Junction, is filled with vineyards and we all know that vineyards make two things: wine and us happy. Wine tasting in Colorado might not replace the sport of skiing, but it s sure to leave everyone happy long after the snow has all melted.

Wine tasting aspen

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

Ah, Aspen, Colorado. Nearly everyone who visits knows one thing: it s a great place to ski and snowboard. What people might not realize, however, is it s also a great place for wine, or rather, a grape place. Wine tasting in Aspen provides patrons with the opportunity to taste unique, satisfying, and flavorful wine in a setting unlike any other: the Rocky Mountains. It might not be a region well known for its vineyards, but give it a chance. After wine tasting in Aspen you might just realize that ol’  Napa Valley has got nothing on this Rocky Mountain High.

Wine tasting North Fork Valley

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009

The North Fork Valley may seem to be completely different from Napa Valley. For starters, it s in the wrong state. But, North Fork Valley does have a major commonality with its western sister: wine. Wine tasting in North Fork Valley is a great way to sample an up and coming industry, the Colorado wine industry. Set in the Rocky Mountains, wine tasting in North Fork Valley shows everyone that these hills aren’t just met for skiing. From Merlot to Cabernet, from Riesling to Pinot Noir, the Colorado wine industry has a little bit of something for everyone.