Sonoita Vineyards, a stunning winery and wedding venue, was founded by Dr Gordon Dutt, a soil scientist from the University of Arizona. As part of a research project back in 1973, he established an experimental vineyard on the red, acidic clay of the Babacomari Ranch in Elgin, Southern Arizona. The success of that vineyard and the quality of the wines from those grapes led to the planting of a commercial vineyard in 1979, the first in the Sonoita-Elgin area. Sonoita Vineyards Winery opened in 1983 with a first-vintage production of 300 gallons.

Today we are a 3rd generation winery in the Sonoita AVA with Winemaker Lori Reynolds, Dr. Dutt’s Granddaughter, and Vineyard Manager Robi Reynolds, who are producing nearly 3000 cases per year from 12 different grape varieties including Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Sangiovese, Malbec, Mission, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Over 90% of this production is sold through a beautiful and spacious tasting room, gift shop, and special events facility with picturesque views of hillside vineyards, rolling grasslands, and scenic mountain ranges. This facility is open daily (except for major holidays) from 10 AM to 4 PM. The vineyard is situated just 3 miles south of Elgin at 290 Elgin-Canelo Road, 85611. Visit www.sonoitavineyards.com or call 520-455-5893 to organize a tour.

Sonoita Vineyards is perched high on a hilltop in the rolling grasslands of southern Arizona at an elevation of 5000 ft. The winery produces a full range of premium wines, from crisp and fruity to bold and complex. Sonoita Vineyards is nestled in the middle of the Sonoita AVA (started in 1984) and produces high-quality wines that express our unique terroir.

Enough about us; we would love to be a part of your forever. We have beautiful views of the Santa Rita, Mustang, and Huachuca Mountain Ranges with grapevine views. Of course, those forever sunsets make for a unique and perfect backdrop to your wedding.