The Best Wineries in Santa Fe to Visit This Summer

Grapes growing at one of the best wineries in Santa Fe, New Mexico

There’s plenty to choose from when it comes to finding the very best things to do in Santa Fe this summer. From great shopping around the Santa Fe Plaza to the history and art-rich Santa Fe Museums, you can easily fill your days with wonder while visiting our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast. Stop and enjoy a break between those adventures at the leading wineries in Santa Fe and northern New Mexico! 

Gruet Winery has a fantastic tasting room in downtown Santa Fe, within walking distance of our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast, and offers a great place to taste New Mexico-produced sparkling wine. Get out of the city, and you’ll find even more fantastic wineries in Santa Fe and northern New Mexico worth visiting. 

While our location near downtown Santa Fe is one of the best parts about staying with us, staying here also affords our guests easy access to many of the best things to do in the high deserts of New Mexico – including visiting the historic Taos Pueblo. Add to this convenience a welcoming array of amenities and high-end accommodations, not to mention the best hospitality in town, and you’ll see why we’re one of the best places to stay in Santa Fe. Book your room today!

Glass Of Red Wine At One Of The Best Wineries In Santa Fe

4 Best Wineries in Santa Fe & Northern New Mexico

Santa Fe is a fantastic city for lovers of food and wine. There are plenty of great restaurants in Santa Fe and a range of excellent local Santa Fe breweries. There are also some wonderful wineries in Santa Fe and the surrounding areas of northern New Mexico. Sitting back and enjoying a refreshing glass of wine is a great way to wind down in the heat of the day during summer in Santa Fe. 

Most of these wineries in Santa Fe are actually located just north of the city, but you can find many of these wines and others at local wine bars and restaurants. Of these wineries in Santa Fe, Gruet Winery has a tasting room within easy walking distance of our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast. 

  1. Gruet Winery has a tasting room in downtown Santa Fe and Albuquerque. The owner, who first planted his vineyard in France in the 1950s, moved to New Mexico and started one of the leading wineries in Santa Fe for sparkling wine in the 1980s. 
  2. Head just north of Santa Fe, and you’ll find another fantastic spot for wine tasting at Vivác Winery. Vivác Winery is one of the best wineries in Santa Fe, having won numerous awards over the years. In fact, this winery is the highest-rated producer of red wine among all New Mexico wineries. 
  3. Another of the leading wineries in Santa Fe, also located north of the city, is the Black Mesa Winery. The wines made here are produced using only grapes grown in New Mexico. A great thing about tasting here is that they also offer cider and beer, making it a perfect stop for groups with diverse tastes. 
  4. While you’re enjoying sipping at local wineries in Santa Fe, don’t miss the opportunity to visit La Chiripada Winery, the oldest winery in New Mexico. 

In addition to visiting the tasting rooms at these wineries in Santa Fe, you can also enjoy many of their delicious wines at local wine bars. If you don’t want to leave downtown Santa Fe but still want to enjoy the tastes of these fabulous New Mexico wineries, here are a few great places to visit: 

  1. Herve Wine Bar is a newly renovated wine bar just a block west of the Historic Santa Fe Plaza, within walking distance of our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast. They have a superb selection of local wines and lovely small plates to share.
  2. TerraCotta Wine Bistro is an inviting wine bar and cafe near the Georgia O’Keefe Museum in downtown Santa Fe. Their globally-inspired dishes are delicious, and their extensive wine list offers plenty of delightful tastings.  
  3. Arroyo Vino offers so much more than a fantastic dinner menu. They also have one of the best wine lists in town, including plenty of selections from the top wineries in Santa Fe. 
  4. If you’re looking for a great selection of local and international wines, head to La Casa Sena Wine Shop. They’ve curated an excellent wine selection and won Wine Spectator‘s “Best Award of Excellence.” They also have a fantastic Mediterranean-inspired lunch and dinner menu. 
Glass Of Red Wine At One Of The Best Wineries In Santa Fe

The Best Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast

Whether you’re in town to celebrate a special occasion, like birthdays, anniversaries, or other significant milestones, there’s no better place to stay in town than our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast. We offer high-end accommodations near the heart of the historic Santa Fe Plaza, offering guests an easily-walkable location to enjoy the best of this charming southwestern town. 

Though we’re well-located to the best things to do in Santa Fe, we’re far enough away from the sometimes noisy hustle and bustle of town. Our Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast is a quintessential adobe compound perfect for all your getaways to Santa Fe. We offer eight beautifully appointed guest rooms and casitas, outfitted with traditional southwestern decor and local art, all tucked among gardens and private patios.

We offer our guests plenty of included amenities throughout their stay, too. One of the best is our multi-course breakfast in our comfortable dining room. We look forward to sharing our favorite hidden gems and tips and tricks to enjoy the best of Santa Fe with you. Book your room at our #1-rated Santa Fe Bed and Breakfast today!

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