Taos Winter Wine Festival

This annual winter celebration pairs world-class wines with exceptional culinary experiences nestled in New Mexico's scenic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The Taos Winter Wine Festival brings together over 40 top-tier wineries and local restaurants to the Taos Ski Valley Resort, serving thousands of wine enthusiasts who gather for tastings and gourmet food pairings. Local chefs from establishments like The Blonde Bear Tavern and 192 at The Blake present specially curated small plates that complement wines from respected vintners including Jordan Vineyard & Winery and Duckhorn Vineyards. Guests can participate in specialized wine seminars, reserve wine dinners, and grand tastings while enjoying live performances from regional jazz and acoustic artists in the resort's elegant indoor venues. The festival features unique ice carving demonstrations, sommelier-guided tastings, and high-altitude wine education sessions that explore how elevation affects wine characteristics. The intimate mountain setting allows attendees to combine their love of winter sports with wine appreciation, offering special ski packages and access to some of New Mexico's finest slopes between tasting events.