Canyon Wind Cellars

A worldwide search over several years for a vineyard site led us to conclude that our long-adopted, much-loved Colorado held the ideal microclimate, with warm, sunny days, cool nights and low humidity. Canyon Wind's vineyard is perfectly situated on alluvial soil above the Colorado River, surrounded by towering sandstone cliffs. But what most distinguishes our own bit of "terroir" is the mountain breeze that flows daily through the canyon mouth to wash over and cool our vineyards. So special, in fact, that we named the winery after it. Our first grapes were planted in 1991, and our first wine, a 1996 Chardonnay, was released in December, 1997. Production is currently just over 4,000 cases annually, equally divided among the three varieties we produce (Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon). We are gradually increasing our production toward a goal of 8-10,000 cases. Canyon Wind Cellars is totally committed to excellence. Whether in its vineyards or in the winery its only goal is to produce exceptional wines. Our winemaker, Napa's Bob Pepi, sets the tone for everything we do here: no compromise on fruit quality, barrels, or equipment, nor on cleanliness or procedures. We firmly believe these principals will continue to position us as Colorado's leading premium wine producer, and the equal of top names from California. Taste what world-class wine making does for the wonderful grapes of western Colorado. Location: 3907 North River Road, Palisade, CO 81526 Phone: 970.464.0888 Fax: 970.464.7920 Email: canyonwind@gvii.net Web Site: www.canyonwindcellars.com Directions: 2 miles east of Palisade on north side of river. From westbound I-70: take exit 44, turn right immediately onto North River Rd, follow sign. Hours: 10-5 Daily year round. Summer Tours Saturday and Sunday at 11am, 1pm, & 3pm. Features: Picnic area, underground barrel cellar. Tours Sat-Sun at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3 PM Wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Tempranillo, Petit Verdot, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Rose, Port, Red and white Table wine.

Awards: 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon - Silver - 2005 Colorado Mountain Winefest 2001 Merlot - Silver - 2005 Colorado Mountain Winefest 2003 Chardonnay - Silver - 2005 Colorado Mountain Winefest 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2004 Los Angeles County Fair 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon - Silver - 2004 Grand Harvest Awards 2001 Merlot - BRONZE - 2004 San Francisco International Wine Competition 2001 Merlot - Bronze - 2004 Los Angeles County Fair 2002 Chardonnay - Bronze - 2004 Grand Harvest Awards 2003 Desert Rose - Bronze - 2004 Los Angeles County Fair 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon - Silver - 2003 Dallas Morning News 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2003 London International Wine & Spirits Competition 1999 Merlot - Bronze - 2003 Dallas Morning News Competition 1999 Merlot - Bronze - 2003 L.A. County Fair 2000 Cabernet - Silver - 2003 San Francisco Wine Competition 2002 Desert Rose - Bronze - 2003 San Francisco International Wine Competition 2002 Desert Rose - Bronze - 2003 L.A. County Fair 2002 Desert Rose - Silver - 2003 Grand Harvest Awards 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - #87 - 2002 Wine Spectator Magazine 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Silver - 2002 Dallas Morning News Wine Competition 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Most Notable Wine from Colorado - 2002 USA Today 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2002 LA County Fair 1999 Chardonnay - Bronze - 2002 San Diego National Wine Competition 1999 Chardonnay - Bronze - 2002 San Francisco International Wine Competition 1999 Chardonnay - Gold, Runner-up for Best in the Fest - 2002 Colorado Mountain Wine Fest 2001 Desert Rose - Gold - 2002 Colorado Mountain Wine Fest 2002 Desert Rose - Silver - 2002 Grand Harvest Awards 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2001 LA County Fair 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2001 San Diego National Wine Competition 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2001 Riverside International Wine Competition 1998 Merlot - Silver - 2001 LA County Fair 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Silver - 2000 Indy International Wine Competition 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2000 International Eastern Wine Competition 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2000 Colorado Wine Festival 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon - Bronze - 2000 L.A. County Fair 1998 Merlot - Bronze - 2000 Colorado Wine Festival 1998 Merlot - Bronze - 2000 L.A. County Fair 1998 Merlot - Gold - 2000 Indy International Wine Competition 1998 Merlot - Bronze - 2000 International Eastern Wine Competition