World Class Wines From Colorado
Set in the sculpted desert of Southwest Colorado, Sutcliffe Vineyards is a brilliant oasis. Few have dared to cultivate vines in this harsh wilderness, yet Sutcliffe Vineyards has garnered much acclaim, including multiple 90 point reviews and finding themselves included in the top 100 wine producers in the U.S.
Today, this Vineyard produces complex wines for partners: Amangiri, Telluride Ski Resort and Dunton Hot Springs to name a few. This has created a loyal following for the wines.
Vineyard Events
We regularly host events at the vineyard open to the public and for our members. Check our calendar of events below to stay in the know for exclusive wine & food pairing events and more!
Crafting Wines of the American West since 1995
Set in the ancient desert of Southwest Colorado, Sutcliffe Vineyards is an oasis of history, quality, and craftsmanship. Few dare to cultivate the vine in this harsh wilderness, yet Sutcliffe Vineyards has garnered much acclaim, including multiple 90 point reviews and being named one of the top 500 producers in the U.S. Wine Society
We have developed an extensive and fascinating wine society. Some of our members have been with us since 2002. It is our intention to make it increasingly interesting, fun and generous.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sutcliffe Vineyards has consistently produced wines scoring 90+ by wine critics from the Wine Enthusiast. Enjoy these mouthwatering wines quarterly as a member of our Wine Society!
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Getting started is simple. You can sign up at our tasting room, reach out through our contact form or give us a call —we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way! We can’t wait to have you be a part of our Sutcliffe family!
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We are a small family owned winery, growing our vines in a community deeply rooted in the agriculture. All of our grapes are hand picked and we process our wines ourselves. As much as we love our wine, we also deeply care about the community we build around it. Though being different was never the goal, being authentic and committed to our wine maker values has made us uniquely eccentric.
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Contact us anytime by phone, email, or our contact page.
Summer hours (Mar–Nov): 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM, daily
Winter hours (after Daylight Saving): 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM, daily12174 Road G, Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-0825
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Yes! We have ample experience with hosting beautiful weddings (please view our wedding page for reference) We offer flexible pricing based on your needs. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.
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