Cochise County is where Arizona wine begins!
Arizona’s wine industry is flourishing in Cochise County with the opening of new vineyards and tasting rooms. The majority of Arizona’s wines are produced from Cochise County grapes.
In fact, the Willcox region of Cochise County grows 74% of all wine grapes produced in Arizona. The Willcox wine growing region was also recently granted AVA status (American Viticultural Area).
Whether you’re a first time wine explorer or a true aficionado, Cochise County has wine tasting options for everyone, novice to expert. The vast majority of tasting rooms and vineyards are located in and around Willcox, but there are also excellent options throughout other parts of the county.
WILLCOX WINE FALL PASSPORT & POKER RUN
Festival in the Park
At Railroad Park, they will feature craft, artisan and specialty vendors. (No wineries). There will also be two food trucks. Entry to the park is free.
Tickets on Eventbrite.
Each person that purchases the passport and poker run will get: 10 – $1 gift certificates redeemable at participating wineries
Passport to Willcox Wine Country
Entry into the Poker Run
One Designated Driver per two paid entries will be allowed to participate in the poker run and eligible for prizes. They must register on Eventbrite.
This passport will give you special deals at participating Willcox Wine Country Wineries. In the future, we are working with the City of Willcox on monthly promotions! Passport holders will get special invitations, discounts and other surprises.
Poker Run Through Willcox Wine Country
The poker run will be an exciting addition to the weekend. Each purchase enters the purchaser into the poker run. You will register at the Willcox Wine Country Information Booth located at the corner of Maley and Railroad Ave. At that time, you will be registered and the rules will be explained.
There will be an overview of the poker run given every half hour at the Information Booth.
RESOURCES
Looking for more wine-related information? Check out the resources below.
1 | Willcox Wine Country is a consortium of Arizona Farm Wineries located in the Willcox area in the southeastern part of Arizona. Visit tasting rooms and enjoy locally grown and produced wines. Willcox Wine Country produces two wine festivals each year, one in the Spring (the third weekend in May) and one in the Fall (the third weekend in October). The festival was rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America! Each festival is a weekend-long celebration featuring Arizona wines from the Willcox region, fantastic live music, and scrumptious food. | Visit |
2 | Wines of Willcox offers a downloadable wine-tasting map. | Visit |
3 | Arizona’s Wine Regions offers printable maps and information on Arizona’s wine regions. | Visit |
4 | Arizona Wine Growers Association supports wine growers throughout Arizona. You’ll find news about Arizona wines and information on local wine events in each of Arizona’s growing regions. | Visit |
5 | AZ Wine Lifestyle is a publication about Arizona wines, restaurants, wine makers, travel in Arizona’s wine regions, and more. | Visit |
6 | Santa Cruz County area vineyards and wine tours are a great option after you have enjoyed wine tastings in the Cochise County area. Simply head west to our neighboring county of Santa Cruz and check out the Patagonia and Sonoita offerings. | Visit |