Wine Tours of Sedona – May 2024 Newsletter

by | May 6, 2024 | Newsletter, Sedona Events, Tours, Upcoming Events | 0 comments

Spring Flowers

Jim ReichBlooms & Bottles: Toasting to May Flowers with Exquisite Wines with Wine Tours of Sedona

As full of spirit as the month of May, and as gorgeous as the sun in Midsummer. ~ William Shakespeare

Spring Greetings to you my friends!

I’m convinced that Shakespeare was a wine lover just like you and me! His words inspire us to celebrate the essence of vitality that our Sedona wines offer since they are as full of spirit as the month of May and indeed as radiant as the midsummer sun.

I want to personally invite you to allow Wine Tours of Sedona to guide you as you indulge in the exquisite floral bouquets that our rich viticulture offers as each sip is like a symphony of fragrant blossoms and vibrant hues.

We are so fortunate to be surrounded by the red rocks where our senses are captivated by their incredible beauty. And what a gift to experience the aromatic charm and exquisite flavors of our local wines. Let us not forget the culinary delights and entertainment that Wine Tours of Sedona takes pride in supporting with our unique tours.

With Mother’s Day upon us this month, it’s the perfect opportunity to purchase one of our Gift Certificates for the women in your life who have brought life into our world. Being a mother is the hardest and most important job on Earth and what a wonderful way to show how important, special and loved the ‘mothers’ in your life are. Just visit our website at the link below: go to “Our Tours” tab and scroll down to Gift Certificates. Give Mom the perfect gift of wine, nature, food, chocolate…whatever her heart desires!

Happiest of Mother’s Days to all you beautiful Moms! Cheers to each of you for all you do!

I’m looking forward to sharing these experiences with you and yours.

Jim

Redwall

Sedona’s Hidden Gem

Wine Tours of Sedona introduces you to Redwall Lounge, the gem of Sedona, Arizona, where every visit promises a blend of breathtaking views, exceptional libations, and unforgettable experiences. Hey, we have more than wine in Sedona! We have our own breweries and now Red Wall Lounge with all their offerings. Nestled amidst the stunning backdrop of Thunder Mountain, this establishment is more than just a lounge; it’s an invitation to indulge in the finest, surrounded by nature’s grandeur. Redwall just recently won GOLD at American Craft Distillery Awards in December 2023! They were awarded BEST STRAIGHT BOURBON IN AMERICA! Congratulations to a job well done!!

Some events coming in May at Redwall include:

    • May 4th Derby Day
    • May 5th Cinco De Mayo
    • May 12th Mother’s Day

AND MOST IMPORTANTLY

    • MAY 21ST NATIONAL WHISKEY DAY

Visit Redwall Lounge

Fried Chicken

A NEW PLACE TO INCLUDE IN YOUR NEXT TOUR WITH WINE TOURS OF SEDONA WITH OUR “WINE, FOOD, SPIRITS & SHOPPING IN OLD TOWN” TOUR!

Maynard James Keenan, the renowned winemaker and vocalist for Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, fulfilled his promise by opening Four 8 Fried Chicken in Old Town Cottonwood, following the success of his Four Eight tasting room established in December 2022. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for the fried chicken restaurant occurred on March 14 at 11 a.m., marking the official launch of this exciting new venture. Housed in the former location of the Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room and Osteria, which relocated to the Hilltop campus, Four 8 Fried Chicken offers a menu inspired by Keenan’s family recipes and crafted in collaboration with chef Monty Frost. The menu is designed to complement the array of sparkling Arizona meads, ciders, and wines available.

Featuring a southwestern twist on hot chicken, Four 8 Fried Chicken offers an enticing selection of side dishes, including Keenan’s father’s green beans and bacon, potato salad, hushpuppies, green chile cheesy shells, jalapeno cornbread, and fennel slaw. Additionally, guests can indulge in delicious desserts such as waffles, house-made gelato, and seasonal bread puddings. While awaiting their made-to-order chicken, patrons can sample a variety of Arizona wines, meads, and ciders, enhancing their dining experience with locally sourced beverages. Operating hours are from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays through Thursdays, and from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. For more information, visit the restaurant’s website at four8wineworks.com.

Click here for Wine, Food, Spirits & Shopping in Old Town

Mexican Dancers

Cinco de Mayo at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village

Join locals and tourists alike in celebrating the arrival of spring at Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, the heart and soul of Sedona, as they kick off the festival season with Cinco de Mayo. Admission is free, and all are welcome to join in the festivities! Immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds, delectable flavors, and lively dances of Mexico at this spirited South of the Border bash. Cinco de Mayo, meaning the 5th of May, commemorates a significant event in Mexican history that paved the way for its independence. This year, the Cinco de Mayo celebration will take place on Saturday, May 4th, 2024, from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, so mark your calendars for this unforgettable event!

Experience a day of family fun with activities for all ages, including electrifying Spanish flamenco dances that will leave you applauding in awe, and lively Latin music performed by a band that will have you dancing in the streets. For the little ones, indulge in the most imaginative and delightful face painting you’ve ever seen. Join our community for a day filled with joy, culture, and community celebration!

Upcoming Events & Things to Do in Sedona

At Wine Tours of Sedona we deeply appreciate the Arts of all kinds, beginning with the art of wine making. We love our local businesses and all they have to offer. Here are a some of our favs with events every month. Just click on the header and you’ll be taken to their website where you can find a myriad of events happening in Sedona. Cheers!

Sun Moon Studio Sedona

For those who’d like to spice up their tours in Sedona by experiencing something totally unique then we invite you to check out Sun Moon Studio/Sedona. From adult ballet and Kundalini classes to Afro-Caribbean and Ecstatic dance classes, you’ll find your center one way or the other while moving your body and feeling what it is to be alive!

Sedona Creative Life Center

Spirituality is thriving at the Sedona Creative Life Center where there are always unique events catering to the seeking souls that find themselves living in or touring Sedona. You can get totally spiritually intoxicated without even tasting a Sedona wine!

Ultimate Light Mission

If you’re looking for a unique Sedona experience beyond a wine tour that encompasses everything from Martial Arts to Belly Dance to Meditation then a visit to Ultimate Light Mission is a way to accomplish this. Inclusive to all ages, there is something for everyone here and it is a wonderful way to add to your unique tours of Sedona.

Sedona Quantum Consciousness

Many people come to Sedona on their path of spiritual development, for Sedona offers myriad of practitioners in this field. We recommend seeing the folks at SQC for the most revolutionary and high tech ways in which you can catapult your spirit to the next level.

Sedona Chamber of Commerce

When looking for anything and everything from Independent Films to yoga classes and gallery openings when touring Sedona you’ll find a calendar of events at the Sedona Chamber of Commerce website “Visit Sedona” with all the happenings going on locally. As members of the Chamber, Wine Tours of Sedona we’re not just about Sedona wines. We’re about community and we support our local business owners on every level. When touring Sedona you’ll be able to create a getaway like no other and we hope to be part of that adventure.

Vino Di Sedona

When you are looking for nightlife in Sedona, this is our recommendation. They have live music nearly every night of the week, except Monday’s. Showcasing Sedona’s best musical talent paired with an absolutely huge selection of Arizona and international wines and beers, there’s plenty to keep your palate wet. Plus they offer a delicious assortment of foods to ensure your time there satisfies your senses. As the owner of Wine Tours of Sedona, this is where I go to drink wine! I personally recommend Open Mic Night on Thursdays.

Pets, Gift Certificates & Photos
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Get 10% off your tours of Sedona when you bring your pet!

At Wine Tours of Sedona we are super pet friendly. We love our human clients and their fur babies too. Bring your pet along for one of our premiere wine tours and receive 10% off any tour. We will customize the tour to accommodate all the animal friendly wineries. While enjoying Sedona wines, your pet will get the royal treatment and not be left behind.

Gift Certificates Available

Whether it’s a holiday gift or a special occasion, Wine Tours of Sedona offers year round gift certificates for your favorite people. Unique, crafted, inclusive, educational and FUN!

You can purchase gift certificates easily online or

OR Contact Wine Tours of Sedona at:

Office: 928-204-1473

Text: 928-224-2991

Toll Free: 866-445-3732

You can always email us at:

info@winetoursofsedona.com

Complimentary Digital Photos

We offer complimentary digital photos on all our tours! To see your tour photos visit:

www.sedonaazwine.com. You just enter the name of the tour you took with us. Photos are logged by your name and most recent date of the last tour. Enjoy! It is our pleasure to share Sedona wines, breweries, chocolate shops, and majestic sights with you.

Things To Know About Our Tours

  • All tours are PRIVATE to your individual reservation. You are never grouped with other reservations.
  • We PERSONALIZE each tour to meet your individual interests, palate, and desires.
  • Throughout your tour with us, we give you complete FLEXIBILITY to enjoy the tour at your pace never rushing you along the way.
  • COMPLIMENTARY pickup anywhere in Sedona. Pickup offered outside of Sedona for an additional charge.
  • FLEXIBLE start times based on when you want to go on our tour.
  • ABILITY to extend your tour if you are having so much fun that you wish to do so.
  • COMPLIMENTARY digital photos and videos from your tour are provided free of charge at www.sedonaazwine.com.
  • On board vehicle WIFI for your convenience.
  • We serve nearly ALL vineyard and tasting room locations along the Verde Valley Wine Trail and Flagstaff too!
  • All tours INCLUDE your wine tasting fees. Options to add lunch, dinner, artisan chocolate, or a charcuterie platter are available.
  • Sedona’s MOST EXPERIENCED wine tour company, operating since 2004. Celebrating our 20th Anniversary: 2004-2024
  • We are not the biggest wine tour company but we are the BEST. We strongly believe in quality over quantity. It’s not the quantity of how many customers we can cram into a bus but rather the QUALITY of the tour experiences that we do offer.
  • Our tours our extraordinary. Why? We start you with extraordinary guides that are trained thoroughly so they can provide you with extraordinary tours. We wish you to go home with extraordinary memories from your time with us.

 

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