3 Days in Northern Arizona Wine Country
A Wine Lover’s Paradise
by Erin Maguire, CMP, SHW Design & Event Director
Perfect for incentive groups looking to extend summer vibes, discover the hidden gem of Northern Arizona Wine Country where the high desert climate and volcanic soil create an exceptional terroir for growing grapes. Our 3-day itinerary offers a wine lover’s paradise with breathtaking views, award-winning wineries, and nostalgic charm.
Day 1: Verde Valley Wine Trail
Day 1: Verde Valley Wine TrailStart your wine adventure by exploring the Verde Valley Wine Trail, a collection of seven wineries located in the heart of the Sedona-Verde Valley region. Begin your journey at Alcantara Vineyards, a family-owned winery that produces award-winning wines with stunning views of the Verde River. Next, visit Page Springs Cellars, a biodynamic winery that offers tastings in a beautiful outdoor setting. Don’t miss the opportunity to try their Rhône-style blends and varietals. Finish your day at Merkin Vineyards, a winery owned by Maynard James Keenan, frontman of the band Tool. Here, you’ll enjoy a farm-to-table meal paired with their artisanal wines.
Day 2: Old Town Cottonwood
Continue your wine adventure by exploring tasting rooms in the historic town of Cottonwood. Start at Burning Tree Cellars, a boutique winery that specializes in small-batch, handcrafted wines. Then, visit Pillsbury Wine Company, a vineyard that produces Rhône and Spanish-style wines with grapes sourced from across Arizona. Afterward, head to Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, which produces wines with a unique Arizona flair.
Day 3: Wine & Nostalgia in Williams
On your last day, take a scenic drive to Grand Canyon Winery, located in Williams, about an hour from Sedona. This winery offers a unique wine-tasting experience with stunning views of the San Francisco Peaks. Try their award-winning blends, including their Grand Canyon Red and their Symphony, a white wine with floral notes. Afterward, explore downtown Williams, one of the country’s best-preserved examples of a Route 66 highway town, complete with vintage neon signs, classic diners, retro gas stations, and memorabilia shops.
Do we have you convinced yet? Don’t miss the chance to discover this gem of the American Southwest.
Erin Maguire, SHW’s Design & Event Director, loves welcoming groups to her home state and crafting unique incentive travel programs that go beyond the expected. With over 20 years experience in events and incentives, Erin excels at crafting personalized experiences that resonate with attendees and infuse local flavor. Her exceptional organizational skills and ability to build strong client and vendor relationships ensure every event exceeds expectations and achieves client objectives. Erin’s passion for innovation and problem-solving drives her success in creating impactful, memorable experiences.
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