About
Sonoita Vineyards is the oldest commercial vineyard and winery in Arizona, started in 1974, opened in 1983, and now includes over 30 acres of vines in the Sonoita AVA at 5,000 feet elevation. Surrounded by mountain ranges and rolling grasslands, it produces award-winning wines ranging from crisp and fruity to bold and complex. Located an hour southeast of Tucson, it offers tastings, private tours, events, weddings, Harvest Host camping, and glamping.
Oldest commercial vineyard and winery in Arizona
Wines from Sonoita AVA
Award-winning wines: crisp/fruity to bold/complex
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Products
Cabernet Sauvignon
A bold red wine with notes of blackberry, cassis, and oak.
Chardonnay
Crisp and refreshing with hints of apple and citrus.
Merlot
Smooth and velvety with plum and chocolate undertones.
Sauvignon Blanc
Bright and zesty with tropical fruit notes.
Syrah
Rich and spicy with flavors of dark fruit and pepper.
Awards
Gold Medal, Arizona Wine Competition 2021
2021
Silver Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2020
2020
Upcoming Events
HarvestFest 2026
Aug 1, 10:00am-5:00pm
Annual harvest festival at Sonoita Vineyards
Arizona Wine Founder’s Day Festival
Nov 14, 10:00am-5:00pm
Festival celebrating Arizona wine founders
Latest News
Upcoming HarvestFest 2026 and Arizona Wine Founder’s Day Festival. Offers Harvest Host dry camping (up to 3 nights, contact Lori at 520-455-5893) and glamping via https://www.ratherbeeglamping.com/sonoita-vineyards.