1. Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery
Contact: Debbie
Tasting Facility: Page Spring Road, Cornville, Off of Rt. 89A
Hours: Wed-Sun: 11:00AM to 5:00 PM
Telephone: 928-649-0290
Best Time to Visit: Spring, Summer & Fall
Best Bit: Yet another new vineyard and winery with a great selection of wines close enough to Sedona activities and far enough away to escape the tourist.
Driving directions: From Phoenix: Travel I-17 take Cornville/McGuireville Exit Rt. 119. Travel towards Cornville, turn right (10 miles) onto Page Spring Road on right, follow for about 5 miles to the Winery on right.

The Story: Established in 2002 Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery is off to a fantastic start. The Zinfandel, White Zinfandel, Syrah and Chardonnay vines bask proudly on terraced slops directly across from Oak Creek. Javalina Leap Vineyards, one of Arizona's newest vineyard, is adjacent to the Oak Creek Vineyard & Winery. This area is quickly becoming the premier Arizona wine destination.

2. Echo Canyon Vineyards & Enchantment Resort
Contact: John Markus
Tasting Facility: The Vineyard is ultra private. Wines are available at the Enchantment Resort or at Made in Arizona in nearby Sedona
Location: Rated a "Top 100 Resort", the Enchantment Resort, Sedona, is 110 miles north of Phoenix. At the heart of Arizona's "Red Rock Country.
Vineyard Email: info@EchoCanyonWinery.com
Vineyard Wine Club Telephone: (928) 634-8122
Vineyard Website: www.echocanyonwinery.com
Enchantment Resort Website: www.enchantmentresort.com
Enchantment Resort Address: 525 Boynton Canyon Road, Sedona, Arizona 86336
Resort Phone: 928-282-2900
Resort Reservations: 800-826-4180
Resort Fax: 928-282-9249
Resort E-mail: info@enchantmentresort.com
Best Time to Visit: Spring, Summer, Fall
Best Bit: Incredible wines and dream location. Echo Canyon's private wine club includes members of congress and wine fanatics from around the world.

The Story:
Echo Canyon Vineyards is a private members only Estate Winery. This boutique vineyard is producing some of the best wines in the United States, if not the wine world. The wine maker hails from one of the oldest, most respected wineries in California. Echo Canyon wines are not in stores and can only be obtained by joining the "Fortunate 500", wine club. No flashy ads or marketing, only the ruthless pursuit of one goal: To make the best wine in the world. The Yavapai Restaurant at Sedona's Enchantment Resort is a member of Echo Canyon's Fortunate 500. Here one can enjoy a glass of Echo Canyon Vineyards wine along with one of the best dining experiences in Arizona. The restaurant overlooks breathtaking Boynton Canyon through massive windows providing a 180-degree view.

3. Jerome Winery
Contact: John
Tasting Facility: 403 Clark Street, Jerome, Arizona 86331
Hours: Call for Seasonal Hours
Telephone: 928-639-6097
Email: info@jeromewinery.com
Website: www.jeromewinery.com
Best Bit: The winery patio overlooks the town of Jerome and far off Sedona. The site is a perfect place for a wedding, birthday or just relaxing and enjoying boutique wines.

The Story: This former mining town has become an eclectic art community with great shops, restaurants and artisans. Jerome Winery handcrafts 30 individually distinct wines. The Vintners philosophy is to create enjoyable wines for the novice and connoisseur alike. Wines include a sassy White Zinfandel a well balanced Pinot Grigio and robust Mourvedre, Zinfandel and Shiraz. The winery also features a charming Muscat and a Champagne as well as six Library Wines including Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Shiraz and a 15-year old Port.

4. Made in Arizona
Contact: AnnaLee Choffy
Address: Oak Creek Marketplace, 235 Highway 89A, Sedona
Telephone: 928-282-0707
Hours: 10-7 Sunday to Sunday
Email: madeinariz@aol.com
Best Time to Visit: Spring, Summer & Fall
Best Bit: One of the largest selections of Arizona Wines in the state.
Driving directions: Take Rt. 89A to downtown Sedona

The Story: Made in Arizona is a great emporium to locate unique gifts. It's the one-stop to purchase over 30 different Arizona wines. Other great items include a distinctive Arizona brewed Barley Wine, a great selection of Arizona hot sauces, hand carved stone fountains and more.

5. Kokopelli Bistro and Winery
Contact: Dennis Minchella
Tasting Facility: 35 West Boston St. (Downtown) Chandler, AZ 85225
Two blocks South of Chandler Blvd. off the West Side of Arizona Ave.
Hours: Open 7 days a week: Lunch; Mon-Thurs 11:30 - 3:00 & All Day Fri, Sat & Sunday Wine Tasting & Noshing 11-6:PM
Telephone: (480) 792-6927
Email: dennis@kokopelli.com

Website: www.kokopelliwinery.com
Best Time to Visit: All Year!
Best Bit: Wonderful Arizona made wines minutes from Phoenix
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The Story:
Kokopelli's Chandler Bistro & Winery was established in 1994. The Arizona Republic has voted this simple yet elegant bistro "Best Lunch" in town. "Noshing" is a popular activity at the Bistro. Noshers arrive in the afternoon to relax over glasses of wine paired with Cheeses, Olives, Dried Fruits, Nuts, Chocolate, & "Dipping Dish" of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Herbs, & French Crusty Roll. The Bistro & Winery serves 25 different wines that have been honored with over 45 awards.

6. Dos Cabezas Wineworks
Contact: Mr. Al Buhl
Tasting: Cave Creek Winery, NE Corner of Rose Garden and Cave Creek Road. 21023 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 3. A ¼ mile North on Cave Creek Road after the Loop 101 Cave Creek Exit.
Mailing Address: HCR Box 12 Kansas Settlement Elgin, AZ 85611
Telephone/Fax: 520-455-5389
Email: doscabezas@theriver.com, spillsbury@aol.com
Website: www.doscabezaswinery.com
Best Time to Visit: Spring, Summer & Fall
Best Bit: A Dos focused dinner: A shrimp appetizer with the Pinot Grigio, a Filet made perfect by the Toscano, washing theTiramisu down with the Malvasia dessert wine and relaxing on the patio with your favorite cigar a soupcon of Tawny Port.

The Story:
Dos Cabezas Wineworks is bases in Kansas Settlement just south of Willcox. The operation is the mistress of three devoted wine lovers of very different backgrounds, a Hollywood movie director, a retied Car Dealership Executive and a Sr. Civil Servant. Combined the Dos Cabezas team produces award winning wines and fantastic fruit. Dos Cabezas grapes seem to have a magic quality as they all but ensure award-winning wines. The Wine Spectator recently rated a Callaghan Vineyards wine made with Dos Cabezas Petit Syrah grapes 89 out of 100 points. The Arizona Republic named the Dos Cabezas 2000 Toscano "Wine of the Week" in November 2002. Dos Cabezas wines are served all over the world, from New Zealand to our nations capital. In February 2002, The Dos Cabezas Pinot Gris was served along with Crab Cakes at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. to the President, George W. Bush and 50 of the nations Governors. One can sample Dos Cabezas wines in Phoenix at Cave Creek Winery, SPORTMAN'S Fine Wine and Spirits and at AJ's Markets throughout the state. The wines can also purchase online at www.doscabezaswinery.com

7. Cave Creek Winery
Contact: Bob or Liza Lee
Tasting Facility: NE Corner of Rose Garden and Cave Creek Road. 21023 N. Cave Creek Road, Suite 3. A ¼ mile North on Cave Creek Road after the Loop 101 Cave Creek Exit.
Wine Tasting Hours: Tasting are available during show hours
Hours: 10:AM to 8:PM Tuesday-Saturday, 1:PM to 5:PM Sunday, CLOSED Monday
Telephone: 602-482-8600
Email: info@cavecreekwines.com
Website: www.cavecreekwines.com
Best Bit: You can taste wines before you buy. One of the states largest selection of Arizona wines, including Charron Vineyards White Merlot and Dos Cabezas wines.

The Story: The wines of Cave Creek Winery (CCW) were hand selected by a Sommelier to appeal to both young and experience wine drinkers. Cave Creek Winery is both a wine retailer and wine bar. CCW offers its clients a rotating selection of tasting wine. Browsing while tasting makes choosing wines much more fun. Relax, sample and peruse a great selection of wine. CCW is slated to become Arizona newest urban winery. Bob Lee and his wife Liza plan to create a Phoenix based wine brand. Until then you can purchase other outstanding Arizona made wines at CCW.

8.Ghost City Inn Bed and Breakfast
Contact: Allen and Jackie Muma, Innkeepers
Address: 541 Main Street (HWY 89A)
Jerome, AZ 86325
Hours: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 11am-3pm
$3/person includes 18oz crystal glass
Telephone: (888) 634-4678 or (928) 634-4678
Website: www.ghostcityinn.com
Rates: $90.00 - $135.00
Rooms: 7
Best Time to Visit: Spring, Summer & Fall
Best Bit: Beating Arizona's summer heat in Jerome at 5,500 feet (Denver 5,280). Ghost City is one of the best B & B's in the state.
Driving directions: From Phoenix, take I-17 north to Camp Verde. From there, take state highway 260 west to Cottonwood, where you'll turn left on state highway 89-A. Keep an eye out for signs pointing the way to Prescott/Jerome, and proceed towards Clarkdale and on up the hill to Jerome. Once in town, you'll see the sign on the left just before you enter the main commercial district.

The Story:
Jerome was founded in the late 1800`s and once a booming mining town, it became one of America`s largest ghost towns in the 1950`s when the last of the mines was shut down. The Ghost City Inn is owned and operated by the Town's Chief of Police Allen Muma and his wife Jackie. Centrally located in historic Jerome, Ghost City Inn features a friendly atmosphere with host of guest amenities. Wander through Jerome's many fine shops, boutiques and restaurants. Relax on the inn's spacious verandas and watch clouds roll off the red rocks of Sedona as the sun chases shadows across the floor of the Verde Valley. Retreat to the courtyard and relax in the secret garden. Soak away your worries in the secluded out-door hot tub or cozy up in front of the fireplace. The Arrington Journal, the B&B bible, has honored Ghost City with the coveted "Best Country Breakfast for 2001 Award".

9.Verde Canyon Rail Road
Contact: Teresa Propeck, Marketing Director
Tasting Facility: The Train!
Best Time to Visit: All Year
Telephone: (800) 320-0718
Email: info@verdecanyonrr.com
Website: www.verdecanyonrr.com
Best Bit: Tasting Arizona wines while traveling through the red rocks, and along the beautiful green river, of the Verde Canyon. Extend your stay with a package deal at one of many different hotels, bed and breakfasts or lodges in the Verde Valley area. Visit www.verdecanyonrr.com for more information.
Directions: 300 North Broadway, Clarkdale, AZ 86324: From Phoenix: Take I-17 north to exit 287 (Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Clarkdale). Turn left (west) on Highway 260 (Approximately 14 miles to 4th traffic light). Turn left at the Wal-mart light. This is Main Street and Highway 89A. Follow Main Street through Cottonwood past the Tuzigoot turn off. Verde Canyon Train Depot directional sign is on the road. The train is directly ahead at 300 North Broadway.

The Story:
The Verde Canyon Railroad's new and exciting "Grape Train Escape" wine tasting events are just another great reason to book passage on Verde Canyon Railroad. However, the train ride itself is one of the best tours available to see the backcountry of this State. This area of Arizona has wonderfully diverse terrain from Desert wildlife and plants to Red Rocks and Cottonwoods. The train transports its passengers into the heart of a canyon unlike any other mode of transportation. Autumn trips will surely make any New Englander homesick, the air is pregnant with the scent of fall along with its trademark brilliant oranges and reds colors. This train is a must for any visitor wishing to experience Arizona wines with a different flair.

Best of the Rest:
Horseback Riding in Sedona
10. Arizona Trail Horse Adventures: Small private parties and large corporate events.
Location: 85 Five J Lane Sedona, AZ 86336
Phone: 800-723-3538 Fax: 928-204-9957
Email: info@trailhorseadventures.com

M Diamond Ranch: If you're looking for a really different really western experience, round up some friends and spend the afternoon playing "City Slickers" on a cattle drive. Ours is the short, safe version that's long on fun for all levels of riders.
Location: Sedona
Phone: (928) 592-0148 or (928) 300-6466

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