Technically speaking, there is only one winery in the city limits of Sedona, Arizona. For the best wine tasting you’ll actually have to venture a little further afield into the dramatic red rock landscapes, which make a far better backdrop for a wine tasting anyway.
Sedona sits in the northernmost reaches of the Verde Valley wine region, the premier wine region of Arizona, and offers tons of non-wine related attractions. This is what makes it a popular destination for wine enthusiasts. You can pop into tasting rooms and take wine tours to learn about the wine-making process in between your hikes through red rock buttes and vortex visits.
Our luxury rental properties sit within easy reach of the Verde Valley Wine Trail, so you won’t have to travel far to experience the best Arizona wine and winery tours in the Sedona area. So, let’s dive into the Cottonwood area near Sedona to highlight our favorite wineries that you should be sure to visit on your next visit to Northern Arizona.
1. Winery 1912
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- Sinagua Plaza Shopping Center; 320 AZ-89A #3, Sedona, AZ
- winery1912.com
- $
- Spanish and Iberian varietals, walk-ins welcome.
This is the only winery located right in the heart of central Sedona. This winery features complex local wines grown in the challenging terrain of Arizona at the Southeastern Dragoon Mountain Vineyards and mountains of Willcox. Famous for their Spanish and Iberian varietals, this tasting room is a great introduction to the region's 200+ year old wine culture and offers unique inclusive eats like vegan cheese wheels and antipasto. Make this stop number one on your DIY wine tour.
2. The Art of Wine
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- Pinon Point; 101 North State Route 89A, Suite B9, Sedona, AZ
- artofwinesedona.com
- $$
- Intimate tasting room with regional wine, craft beer, and mead
While the Art of Wine is admittedly not a winery in Sedona, it is a great place to get to know the wine culture of the region. And have some fun, funky wines while you’re at it!
Slightly off the well-trodden trail, beloved by locals, and owned by husband-and-wife sommeliers Johnathan and Lauren Maldonado, The Art of Wine offers more than 40 wines by the glass and a bottle shop with more than six hundred varietals to bring back to your cozy vacation rental. This is a great option for those looking to snag a few bottles for a cozy night in or a large group with diverse tastes, as they serve mead, beer, and sake as well.
Be sure to also check out the nearby Vino di Sedona if you’re looking for other trendy wine bars in the region.
3. D.A. Ranch Lodge & Estate Vineyards
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- 1900 Dancing Apache Rd, Cornville, AZ
- daranch.com
- $$
- Spacious winery with lots of outdoor areas known for hosting special events and weddings.
Moving on to the nearby Page Springs area of Cornville, the DA Ranch could not be in a more picturesque setting. Serving excellent wine and snacks from a log cabin set on the turquoise waters of Page Springs itself, the ambiance here is unrivaled.
It’s easy to see why this is one of the most beloved wineries in the region. Enjoy a tasting or a vineyard tour while tasting their 100% estate-grown Arizona wines. Try to visit on a special event day to enjoy live music in addition to your wine-tasting experience.
4. Oak Creek Vineyards
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- 1555 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, AZ
- oakcreekvineyardswine.com
- $
- Laid back tasting experience and welcoming to the whole family.
With a huge outdoor vineyard area and a quaint, comfortable tasting room, the fellas over at Oak Creek Vineyards welcome adults, kids, and fur babies to the property all year long! They have perfected warm climate wine making and take full advantage of the volcanic high-mountain soil, and produce some of the tastiest wines in the region. With an emphasis on community and a strong belief in the sharing of wine, it’s easily the most welcoming winery in the region.
Be sure to pop on over to Javelina Leap right next door to get a good comparison between two popular regional wineries.
5. Page Spring Cellars
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- 1500 N Page Springs Rd, Cornville, AZ
- pagespringscellars.com
- $$
- Scenic winery and tasting room with excellent dining options.
Page Spring Cellars is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes and seasonal lunch and dinner menu, establishing the winery as one of the best restaurants in Sedona.
One of the few properties open 365 days a year, there is no bad time to visit Page Springs. Take a tour of the estate to learn more about the production process and sample one of our signature wines straight from the barrel.
6. Alcantara Vineyards
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- 3445 S Grapevine Way, Camp Verde, AZ
- alcantaravineyard.com
- $$
- Eco-conscious restaurant and expansive winery with a lovely outdoor tasting area.
Sip one of Alcantra’s 17 signature varietals (including their locally famed Rosé alongside the Verde River with wildlife like Bald Eagles soaring overhead.
This is not only one of the most scenic vineyards on this list but also the most adventurous. Go on a kayaking or tubing trip down the river with them or take an E-bike or horseback tour of the property itself. Truly a unique Arizona winery experience.
7. Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room
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- 158 Main St, Jerome, AZ
- caduceus.org
- $$
- Popular tasting room and wine bar/cafe in Jerome
Not all of the Sedona region’s best is located in a scenic outdoor vineyard space. Sometimes, the comfort of a cozy brick-filled space with the aroma of espresso is the perfect pairing for your wine tasting. If you find yourself in Jerome, this is an excellent way to try some superb wine.
8. Arizona Stronghold
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- 1023 N Main St, Cottonwood, AZ
- azstronghold.com
- $$
- Old town indoor tasting room with a wide variety of whites and reds.
With the catchphrase “Fierce Terrain, Fine Wine, Authentic Arizona,” Arizona Stronghold wines are fermented with passion. They have two tasting rooms brimming with bottles.
The one nearest to Sedona is in Old Town Cottonwood and serves a wide array of varietals, including cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and chardonnay, which are well worth a taste. While the menu here isn’t as extensive as some of the other wineries on this list, they do offer small bites in addition to the walk-in tastings and can accommodate relatively large groups, even in the small space.
Guided Vineyard Tours in Sedona
If you’re not looking to sample the wineries on your own, there is no shortage of guided tours or tour companies to choose from. Link up with other travelers or book a private tour with one of the many wine tour operators in the area. Leave the driving and coordination to them so you can sit back and enjoy the best wine in the region, hand-picked by experts. Here are a few of our favorites to check out.
Savor Sedona Wine and Stay With Us!
The Verde Valley Wine Region, which sprawls from Phoenix through Jerome, is far and away the best wine region in Arizona. Staying at our luxurious properties scattered throughout the Sedona area is the best way to experience Arizona wine country.
Browse your options, ranging from properties with stunning mountain views to those equipped with cozy hot tubs, to ensure you have the perfect stay. Book now with us to explore the best wineries and breweries in Sedona, Arizona!
