We were in Boulder on a Sunday afternoon and as we explored we realized it was time for lunch. We…read morespotted Silver Vines Winery, they had wine and food...two of our favorite things! We loved the space, sat the bar and chatted with the woman working (I'm sorry I don't recall her name but she was great!) while we perused the menu. We started off with tasting size pours just to start and ordered the premium cheese board to start. I was pretty hungry but we were assured that the small is perfect for two and she was absolutely correct. The board was presented beautifully with a wonderful combination of cheeses, nuts, fruits, and meats. It went so well with their wines. All of the wines we tried were excellent, my favorite was the 5 barrel Cab Sauv. Loved the space, the food, their wines, and the service..definitely worth a visit if you are in the area!

The cab franc is made with Colorado grown grapes and it was very good, especially for Colorado…read more Definitely worth the stop, staff was courteous, and there is plenty of comfortable seating.

This was our 2nd visit here. We came to buy some wine as a Thank You for our hosts of our local…read morelodging. We came 18 months ago with another couple and had a great time talking to Tim. This time was the same - we ended up with a free tasting for buying 3 bottles. The wine is made using grapes from CA and the Grand Valley of western CO. All the wines we tasted were excellent.

THE BIG: Great small batch winery that sources fruit from both Colorado and California. Very bright…read moreand airy tasting room and all of their equipment is on-premises (just hidden away). One way street and plenty of parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: We came here on a Sunday afternoon and were the only patrons in the room. We struck up a conversation pretty easily with the owner and he gave us the down low on his story and wines. Vinnie Fera sources from the grand valley and Monterey California. They received most of their awards from their Monterey grapes. For the tasting flight, we got to taste the colorado experience (colorado wines) and the bottles he already opened, he let us try those as well! THE FINAL BAMBOO: A wine tasting here for 5 tastings will set you back about $15. I'd recommend coming here to get a taste of carefully crafted Colorado wines and if you don't like them, you can taste their Monterey, California wines!

THE BIG: Boutique winery located in Boulder and inside this industrial strip warehouse with a…read morecouple of other shops. Interior is very rustic with their wine equipment on display. Tasting room is small but cozy. Plenty of parking in the private lot. THE BLACK AND WHITE: The wife and I wanted to try Colorado wines and BookCliff was one of the recommendations. A wine tasting consisted of five tastings that you could pick and choose from their library. We got two whites and three reds. My favorite was probably the syrah and malbec, both had nice fruit aromas. The whites were alright, they were very short and lacked the body and crispness I typically enjoy with whites. THE FINAL BAMBOO: A wine tasting here was around $18 including tip. I do like how it's all Colorado fruit and definitely a must try if you're in the Boulder area.

If you're looking to be blown away by Colorado wine, make sure you stop at Bookcliff! Each varietal…read morestands out, from the flavorful whites to the bold reds and surprisingly flavorful young port-style wines. Chris and Jordan were wonderful during our experience. The breadsticks and dip included in the tasting were a fun addition, as well!

Snowy peaks winery has a huge variety of wines!! I love traminette and gerwurtzaminer wines and…read morethey had both along with a dozen other white wines as well as reds and rose wines. Their charcuterie options were also abundant but we opted for the Colorado wild game sausage board. So worth it to try some exotic meats including elk, wild boar & blueberry, and the most interesting in my opinion...the pheasant and rattlesnake sausage. All were flavorful and went well w the beer cheese and jam but I personally loved the elk sausage the most.

Snowy Peaks Winery is seriously upping their game, and it shows. The place feels totally refreshed…read morewith new paint, a new menu, and an overall new vibe that's warm, welcoming, and fun. The staff is outstanding--everyone we interacted with was genuinely friendly and went out of their way to make sure we had the best experience. You can tell they really care about what they're building here. The wine selection is excellent, and their flights are a steal at just $14. They also offer meads, mulled cider, and an entirely new food menu that pairs perfectly with the drinks. There's clearly a lot of thought going into the experience now. We also heard a new deck area is coming soon, plus plans for a paella night--which honestly sounds amazing and gives us even more reason to come back. If you haven't been to Snowy Peaks recently, it's absolutely worth another visit. They're doing great things and it's becoming a must-stop spot in Estes Park.

Came here to do some wine tasting. Before I came I made sure that this place offers wine that they…read moremake from their own grapes. When I came I saw that this place is basically a smaller mom-and-pops winery, which offered 4 of their own wines, including other wines that they imported and fermented themselves. So, I just ordered their own wines. You can taste 4 wines from a list. Luckily, all 4 were from their own Colorado home vines. I sat outside at a table looking over their vineyards. I ended up buying a single glass of their white wine. I had a good time and the prices weren't bad. Plus, they had a few cute pups (Tucker the Golden Retriever!) come up to me to keep me company. Give a Colorado winery a chance since their make their own wine from their own grapes! See my attached pictures!

This was an amazing experience. They had a beautiful vineyard and building. They had a delicious…read moreselection of cheese from soft to harder and sharper cheese. They explained the process of making each cheese and how they get different flavors and sharpness with some of the cheeses. They also paired the cheese with two different wines they provided. We brought our own little charcuterie board to eat with our cheese and wine. Everything was very delicious. The instructor was very nice. The servers were very friendly as well. This is something I would definitely do again. So I hope they do it again because I believe this was a special event.

Stopped by for a quick bite and very happy with the charcuterie board, wine flights then topped off…read morewith the pastry crusted burger. The sophistication is matched by the beautiful creekside setting. My crew had a flight of red and whites which they claimed were excellent. I'm looking for a quick bite we selected the board which offered olives, cheeses, salumi, snacky meaty meats and tasty spread to bring it all together. Such a perfect interactive share dish to get everyone chatting. Entrees included mussels and hamburger which was done en croute giving it a spectacular presentation. I'm seeing a black truffle/brie versions for mushroom cheese burger. The mussels were in buerre tomate and looked great. I'm adverse to this mollusk so had to judge this reviews on the smiles beeming over slurp slurp sound. Dessert was great. The flourless cake was dense and chocolaty with vanilla quenelle. Cannolis needed some rolling pin love on the pastry. The filling needed mascarpone and a touch less gelatin to lighten the mouthfeel. Can't wait to get back and eat through the menu.

Making reservations is very important in Denver! Aspen Peak was pretty backed for a Thursday…read moremorning. Hubby & I took his best friend and his wife there to celebrate his birthday. Its his favorite wine cellar in the area for good reason. The food is amazing, view so chill (next to a semi frozen river) and of course the wines!! Being fm CA I intentionally ordered all CO wines. I can definitely taste the difference and was glad to experience it on a special occasion.

Cost & Tour Length: The tour was only $6 per person for…read moreabout 45 minutes such a blessing for the price. Your ticket is actually a free tea sample you get to take home. I thought that was so cute and thoughtful. Atmosphere: The whole place felt cozy, peaceful, and inviting. Before the tour, I wandered through the displays and tried so many different tea flavors. I loved learning about how everything is made and seeing all the care that goes into it. And the mint room was absolutely my favorite part. The smell hits you instantly in the best, most refreshing way! Service: Every staff member was so kind, warm, and genuinely joyful. You can tell they love what they do. They shared fun facts, answered questions, and made the whole tour feel personal and welcoming. Gift Shop: The teas in the gift shop were really affordable some around $3.75. They sell seasonal flavors all year long A great spot to stock up on favorites! Overall Experience: OverallI left feeling so grateful and refreshed. I learned a lot, tasted so many delicious teas, and felt surrounded by kindness.

I absolutely loved the tour and samples! What a great experience to see and smell everything. A…read moredefinite must if you're in the area. Everyone was ultra sweet and informative.

Been here a couple of times for different events. It's…read morealways a fun visit. We stopped in to taste the new fall drinks. We decided to have a yummy appetizer and sip the tasty new wine cocktails. We were on a little hike near by and the trail led straight to the winery.... so we had a little treat before heading back ;-) The staff are always kind and helpful. It's a very pretty property that sits right along the river. Can't wait to visit again!

Stumbled on this beautiful winery after taking a peaceful hike at Devil's Backbone. Lots of…read moreparking, the grounds are immaculately kept, seating areas at picnic tables, round tables, or just chairs in a circle. Multiple lovely seating areas along the large stream. We saw horses on the opposite shore and a bunny by the big waterfall feature. Several walking paths. There was a live singer with a guitar and harmonica while we were there. Asked him to play his choice of any Tom Petty song and he nailed it with American Girl. We didn't have any food but we did buy three different bottles of wine to share within our party of 12. I enjoyed the Barbera from their Lodi, CA signature series. All the staff we encountered were friendly and helpful.

Just so beautiful. Could not have loved this place anymore. It has like four bars and has comedy…read moreshows on weekends. It just had it all.

Stayed at Hotel Boulderado in Boulder, Colorado and had a mixed experience. The hotel itself is…read morehistoric (over 100 years old), and that shows, particularly in the lobby. The rooms are very ordinary, not as they appear when you are booking. It's also in a great location--very close to the University of Colorado Boulder and walkable to a lot of shops and restaurants. The lobby is definitely the highlight--absolutely beautiful with intricate details, a vintage glass ceiling, and a grand, elegant feel that gives you a sense of the building's history. Our room was clean, and the bathroom was also well-maintained. The surrounding area felt safe, which we appreciated. That said, the room itself was a bit dark, which seems pretty typical for many American hotels. The biggest downside for us was the required valet parking. It meant we never really had easy access to our car unless we wanted to go through the hassle of requesting it every time. Because of that, we ended up just using Uber the whole stay. Personally, I would much rather just pay to park and have direct access to my own vehicle. To be fair, the valet staff were always very friendly and welcoming whenever we came and went. We also ran into some minor inconveniences--there didn't seem to be enough robes, towels, or washcloths available during our stay. Overall, it was fine for a short visit. The lobby is stunning and the location is excellent, but the valet situation alone would make me choose somewhere else next time.