Taos Winery Tour

Summary

This is a private tour that can accommodate you and a loved one, or you and your friends/family/bachelorette party/etc. With convenient pickup at your accommodation, or, if you're visiting Taos for the day, at a place of your choice, your four hour winery tour begins at 1pm. A scenic drive to the first winery in the artist colony of Dixon, La Chiripada is a family run winery in the Embudo Valley. Started by two brothers in the 1970's, it's now operated by their son/nephew. After tasting up to 6 wines of your choice, you'll venture to Black Mesa Winery in Rinconada, another scenic small town in the stunning Rio Grande canyon and full of Petrogylphs. With 6 more wine tastings, be sure to ask for a sample of their famous and delicious chocolate wine! You'll receive a souvenir wine glass, if you choose to take with you. The final stop is at Vivac winery located in the canyon on the road back to Taos. The tour will finish around 4:30PM dropping you back off at your accommodation in Taos, New Mexico.  All wine tastings and server tips are included, as well as transportation and riveting information on the Spanish and Native American history of the area. Not included are snacks or guide gratuity (while not required, gratuities of 15-20% of tour cost is welcomed). Keep in mind that you are consuming alcohol at elevation, which may increase the effects of alcohol. Drink plenty of water and eat lunch before you join the tour.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Experience the first and oldest grape growing region in the country! By visiting three wineries and their vineyards, taste your way through New Mexico wines. Learn about the different grapes that grow in our high desert, short growing season, see where the grapes are actually pressed and processed, and taste our version of varietals you may be familiar with, and others you're meeting for the first time. This private tour includes all fees and tips (except your guide's gratuity) and door to door service, so don't worry about driving, your guide has you covered!

What’s included?

  • Driver/guide

  • Pickup and drop-off

  • Private tour

  • Tasting room server tips

  • Wine tasting room fees

  • Lunch

  • Tour guide gratuities (while not required, gratuities of 15-20% of tour cost is welcomed to make your guide feel appreciated and valued)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Turquoise Tours

About operator:

Turquoise Tours in Taos, get under the surface of this funky little town with one of our daily tours: Downtown historic walking tour (50 mins), Taos Highlights Driving Tour (3 hours), Taos Private Driving Tour (3 hours), Winery Tour (3.5 hours), Taos Pueblo Tours, and our Mountain Bike Shuttle Service

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