rugged land

From the land of the ancient Pueblo and the mysterious ruins of MesaVerde, through the verdant farmlands of the Grand Valley and on intohip and urban downtown Denver, Colorado’s winemakers are wieldingpassion and grit – and modern viticultural science – to create winesthat are garnering recognition and awards on today’s national andinternational wine scene. In the Winelands of Colorado you will meetwinemakers growing grapes in vineyards at the highest elevation in thenorthern hemisphere, and stroll down the streets of downtown Palisade,the town those in the know refer to as “the next Sonoma.” There arealso inspired chefs, passionate hoteliers, intrepid farmers and a newgeneration of winemakers making no apologies about the unique styleof wine they are developing in this rugged and beautiful land.– The first major photographic coffee-table book on the subject– Over 100 wineries throughout Colorado included– Foreword by Colorado Governor Hickenlooper– Introduction by Warren Winiarski, legendary founder ofStag’s Leap Cellars– 300+ original photos shot on location, and luxurious finishesthroughout