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By Piper Russell August 3, 2025 | updated 6 days ago

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Although Colorado may not be the first place that comes to mind when someone’s thinking about sipping their way across one of America’s ‘wine country,’ the Centennial State has plenty of great places to try locally produced Merlot, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, and much more.

Sip your way through Colorado’s wine country on this road trip:

Editor’s Note: Obviously, this wine-themed road trip involves consuming alcohol. Don’t drink and drive. Utilize ride-share services or a designated driver.

Day One: Palisade

Kick off your wine-tasting experience in Palisade. According to Visit Palisade, the area is home to over 30 wineries. The valley’s natural climate is conducive to grape growing. Most of Palisade’s wineries are locally owned and grown. Some great wineries to visit are Restoration Vineyards, Peachfork Orchards & Vineyard, and Bookcliff Vineyards.

Where to eat

Try Fidel’s Cocina & Bar or Peche Restaurant between visiting wineries in Palisade.

Where to stay

Enjoy a stay at the Spoke & Vine Motel or Wine Country Inn (which sits amidst 21 acres of vineyards).

Things to do

Take a hike on the Palisade Rim Trail or go kayaking or paddleboarding on the Colorado River.

Day Two: Montrose

Further south, Montrose is also home to plenty of wineries. La Noue Dubois Winery is a family-run vineyard and winery that focuses on crafting “unique, quality wines.” Wine Horse Wine and Whiskey and Cottonwood Cellars (located nearby in Olathe), are two other great spots to get wine.

Where to eat

Get some steaks at Ted Nelson’s Steakhouse or pizza at Colorado Boy Pizzeria & Brewery.

Where to stay

Enjoy a stay at the Hampton Inn Montrose or The Rathbone Hotel & Parlor Bar.

Things to do

Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park is located near Montrose and offers spectacular views with plenty of outdoor activities including hiking and rock climbing.

Day Three: Hotchkiss and Paonia

Hotchkiss and Paonia are also home to plenty of amazing wineries. Alfred Eames Cellars, Big B’s Delicious Orchards U-pick, Jack Rabbit Hill Farm, and Stone Cottage Cellars are great spots to check out and sip wine in Hotchkiss and Paonia.

Where to eat

Enjoy a meal at Good Love or 476 Eatery during your wine-tasting adventure.

Where to stay

Stay at the Bross Hotel Bed & Breakfast or The North Fork Valley Inn.

Things to do

Visit Paonia State Park and go hiking, fishing, or wildlife watching.

Day Four: Cañon City

Finish your road trip in Cañon City at The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey. Nestled against the backdrop of the Wet Mountains, The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey produces a variety of wines made from Colorado-grown grapes, with opportunities to enjoy great local wine and stunning views of the surrounding area.

Where to eat

Stop by the Whitewater Bar & Grill for food in Cañon City.

Where to stay

Stay at the Parkview Inn Motel or Royal Gorge Cabins.

Things to do

Explore the Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, where you can walk or drive across the 1,260-foot bridge or ride the Royal Gorge Gondola.

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