An Overview of Wineries in Scottsdale
Article by Sandra Wilken – Scottsdale Luxury Real Estate Broker
Despite the fact that most people think “Napa Valley” when they think of wineries, there are a lot of great wine producers in and around Scottsdale. In fact, there are so many, we have to break this article into three parts just to cover them all! Just about any Scottsdale real estate agent worth her fee should be able to tell you about the following places:
1.) Kokopelli – The largest winery in all of Arizona is just a short hop, skip and a jump from many luxury homes Scottsdale. The vineyard was planed in 1991, and produces 14 varieties of organically-grown grapes. As any good Scottsdale real estate agent can tell you, the area’s combination of abundant water, near-perfect micro climate and class A1A soil make for great grape growing conditions.
2.) Alcantra Vineyards – Perched on 87 acres of gorgeous terrain, Alcantra Vineyards have been producing some of the best wine in Arizona since 2004. Visitors coming into town to visit relatives and friends near luxury homes Scottsdale can even stay at Alcantra’s Vineyards quaint and relaxing Bed and Breakfast Inn.
3.) Pillsbury Wine Company – Although Pillsbury is located around three hours away from luxury homes Scottsdale, the scenery is well worth the road trip. Hailed as a “Rising Star of the Southwest” by Wine Spectator, Pillsbury is quickly making a name for itself in the industry.
4.) Stronghold Vineyard – Nestled at the eastern edge of Sulfur Springs Valley, Stronghold Vineyard has been a favorite of “in the know” owners of luxury homes Scottsdale for more than 25 years. Although the winery started out crafting Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir and others, in 2007 Stronghold made the decision to devote 100 percent of its efforts to creating Petite Sirah. One taste, and you know you’re drinking a specialty wine!
About the Author
Founding Sandra Wilken Luxury Properties in 1995, Sandra Wilken was first recognized for representing major developments in Scottsdale Real Estate, including The Phoenician and Gainey Ranch, and in recent years has grown to service Arizona’s most prestigious communities in the Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and Biltmore area of Phoenix.