Absolutely love their wine. Unlike the big commercial brands, none leave me with the "red wine…read moreheadache". This is our favorite spot in Montrose.

I've been here twice for tastings, once on a whim last summer because the main road construction…read morewait was unbearable and once last month as part of the plans I made for my sister visiting. Both times were on a Friday afternoon and both experiences were consistently awesome. Tasting room wasn't too crowded and we were able to sit at the bar for our tasting with Lee. It felt like a private experience. He is truly passionate about wine which makes him really fun to speak with if you want to learn more about wine in general or their vineyard. The wines were all impressive and tasty from the whites to reds, hybrid and vinifera. Chill spot so don't worry about dressing up just come as you are. It's cute inside and clean with character but it's not "fancy".Prices are very fair. Nothing but great things to say. I wish them the most success!

I really, really enjoyed the wines from Garfield Estates. I don't even like white wines and they…read morehad several that would be just perfect for sitting out on the patio on a sunday afternoon. The Viogner is particularly delightful and my friends raved about the ice wine. I would have liked the Cottonwood Cellars wines more if I had known what they were. Unfortunately, the sheer volume of people at the grand opening overwhelmed the tasting bar. There was no list of the wines available for us to "follow along" and the pourer never really told us what wine he was pouring us. I think we had several of one wine and missed out on several others. But, since we didn't know what they were, I cannot recommend any :( However, they did have a "pink" wine called "the panty remover" that was the only memorable one. Parking here SUCKS!!! Just give up, park a block away and walk, it is SO worth it. When turning into this lot, you can't really tell if there are any spaces. Then, there is no where to turn around if you get it and can't find a space. This made for some Three Stooges style comedy trying to get 3+ cars to back out onto Pecos simultaneously. Not cool. Special note: Go to the Colorado Winery Row website and print out a coupon for free wine tasting at each of the 4 wineries (Garfield, Cottonwood, Versa & Bonacquisti).

After drinking my stored wines from everyone on Winery Row over the past year, Cottonwood Cellars…read morehas gone down on my list. It seems that every bottle I open has a floral undertone or aftertaste. I was initially excited that these guys offered a pinot noir since that's so rare here in Colorado, but theirs does nothing to curb a craving if you drink any other good pinots regularly. I wouldn't mind so much if these weren't as expensive, but all of the bottles I had were $28 and up. Even the reserve cabernet sauvignon didn't excite me upon opening at home. After drinking a bottle of '04 cab from Verso last night, there is just no comparison. I DO still love my wine bustier though :)

it was a nice stop into Hermosa Vineyards the other day. We…read morewere in town for a few days, working remote, and our goal was to try a few wines in the area. We had already strung together a nice wine tour on the Friday and then we we did parks on Saturday. When we were back in town Sunday I suggested we swing back through Palisade(our Airbnb was in Grand Junction) and see if there was another bottle of wine we might like. After 1 other spot we swung by Hermosa Vineyards. It was a humbler operation than some we noted, as we pulled in. I sorta like that over a grandiose entrance. The tasting room was even more humble in size and layout. As we walked in a larger group was just leaving and bought a few wines, so I figured it must be pretty good. It was good overall. The vintner was also our bartender he said. He told us alot about the history of him and the place. We learned alot about the produce he had growing as well. We were the only customers at that moment so he was especially chatty with us. It was a nice stop, we didn't get a bottle here, but we did appreciate the vibe.

One of my wine loving friends recommended this place upon telling her about my upcoming Palisade…read morewine getaway trip several weeks ago. As my expectation for this small but reputable winery grew as the day of the trip was near, today, I have the pleasure of writing this 5-star review to add to others' raves after I had a wonderful time spending 30 minutes at this one of a kind winery a few days ago. Kenneth was the most experienced/knowledgeable wine makers out of all 11 places I got to visit in Palisade mid this week. He certainly knows what wine making is all about and I could taste the precision he puts into each varietal. No wonder his place is ranked one of the top Colorado wineries. Hermosa is small and quaint but big doesn't always describe the success of a/any business. I certainly see that his pride as a wine maker is reflected in the kind of winery he runs: no extravagance, no big/expensive sign. Some great business is not always on the main/busy street; hence the expression, "hidden gem". Ken's winery is a hidden gem of Colorado's wine country is an understatement. His wines are not cheap like other wineries' wines so expect pay $5 to $10 more. But once you have tasted the qualities of his wines after a flight, you WILL be convinced to buy a bottle or two.

Great little winery tucked away on the mountain top, meet the owner who took the time to speak with…read moreus about his winery (2nd generation wine maker) and the process. The wine was great 10/10 recommended

Cute little vineyard off Happy Hollow in Cedaredge. Quaint but great wine and such a fun place to…read morevisit!

Family-owned and exceptionally knowledgeable about their wines. Kristen was a fantastic host --…read morewarm, engaging, and clearly passionate about what they do. We honestly didn't even realize two hours had passed! Needless to say, we left with a case of wine and will absolutely be back.

Adorable little winery! Kristen put on the best wine tasting experience, and taught us so much…read moreabout wine drinking. She (and everyone else on property) were so friendly and welcoming! The wine was delicious and we definitely left with a few bottles! If you are going to stop at any winery in Palisade- let it be Varaison!

The view is beautiful and definitely worth the stop. The wine was decent, but it felt expensive at…read more$31 for every bottle. Unlike other wine tastings, Azura has you walk up to get each tasting. This would've been fine but there wasn't enough space for all the guests and people were constantly trying to grab your table from you.

We make this part of our annual fall trip through Paonia, and it has been a must-visit on our list…read morefor several reasons. The view is unlike any other. Beautiful mountains in the background, a small private lake, the perfect wine tasting setting. We usually do a tasting for $10 and it gets us 5 wine tastes and a glass. Then we always finish with a full pour of our selected wine. This past time, we went and sat down by the water and it was the perfect fall day. In the past, we have had food here, checked out the art inside, and spent many hours on the terrace. We even once saw a wedding taking place down by the water and it looked like an absolute dream. Definitely make sure this spot is on your list, as the experience is unparalleled!

An absolute gem in Colorado! From the moment we arrived, the owner, Lee, made us feel welcome and…read moretook the time to share his knowledge of the wines and the region. It was so cool to hear the history behind the family business, too! The tasting experience was relaxed, unhurried and paired with stunning views of the San Juan mountains that truly showcase the beauty of Colorado! Every pour was delicious- balanced, unique & clearly crafted with care. The vibes were warm and inviting, making it just as perfect for a casual afternoon as it would be for a special occasion. This winery is a must-visit if you're exploring Colorado- we will definitely be back & recommend it to all of our friends!

Great place with wonderful wine. Just off the main road and their tasting room is in a new…read morebuilding. If you are lucky you will be met by Chaka the mascot. Friendly staff in a beautiful place.

Loved the hostess and the wine. Great place to hang out with friends for a glass of wine or a…read moretasting.

Great staff & Friendly service compliments the delicious tasting wine. Dog friendly patio and…read moreantelopes