Wine Country Arizona

Visit Cottonwood, Heart of Arizona Wine Country

Located in the Verde Valley, Cottonwood is ideally situated above the heat of the desert and below the cold of Arizona’s high country. Surrounded by jagged mountains on the south and west, and to the north and east by mesas and buttes, Cottonwood is named for the trees that grow along the Verde River. The town grew from a small farming community and Old Town Cottonwood retains the charm of those early beginnings.

One of the many reasons visitors are flocking to the area is because of the established and ever-growing wine region. The Verde Valley Wine Trail runs through Old Town Cottonwood and the region is an established AVA (American Viticulture Area). With a variety of tasting rooms serving wines to suit all palates, any visitor is sure to find a blend to fit their style.

Stroll Main Street and sip at one of nine tasting rooms within blocks of charming lodging options, delicious dining choices, and never worry about parking a car. You can do it all on foot!

Save room for brunch, lunch or dinner with a view at the newest tasting room and restaurant in Old Town, Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery & Trattoria. You’ll find sweeping views of the red rocks of Sedona, the green of the Verde River, and even the tips of the San Francisco Peaks in Flagstaff. Sit back and enjoy one of many custom varietals poured on site and then order a fresh batch of pasta for the ideal pairing. Spend some time savoring the wines and the views.

Cottonwood is known as the heart of Arizona wine country, and one of the most welcoming destinations in all of Arizona. It’s a place you’ll want to make plans to stay multiple nights to savor the wine, explore the dining options, and relax in the welcoming environment.

Cottonwood is conveniently located just 90 minutes north of Phoenix, less than three hours from the Grand Canyon, making it a perfect home base for any Arizona road trip. Find yourself in Cottonwood, the heart of Arizona wine country, and you’ll find yourself right at home. Begin planning your Cottonwood wine escape today at www.visitcottonwoodaz.org.