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New Mexico wine tradition goes back more than a century. In fact, the 1880 census indicated that New Mexicans already had 3,150 acres of grape vines, almost double the figures shown in that year for New York State.

By 1884, New Mexico was fifth in the nation in wine production. Fate took a hand when weather conditions and constant flooding of the Rio Grande River, followed by Prohibition in 1920, stopped the industry cold. Its long-awaited rebirth only took place in the late 1970's.

Today, New Mexico has over 20 operating wineries, producing almost 350,000 gallons of wine a year. (Above, the Black Mesa Winery in Velarde, NM) . Discover what else New Mexico is up to on acres of vineyards offering tours, tastings and festivals happening throughout the year...

New Mexico Wine Growers Association - One-stop browsing for all New Mexico wineries featuring links, brief overviews and maps together with a history and timeline of winemaking within the state, a guide to festivals and events, and related links.

Wines & Vineyards of New Mexico - From New Mexico Tourism, with a link list and brief descriptions of suggested wineries, background info on winemaking in the state and tool around the rest of the site for more on New Mexico dining and restaurant info.

New Mexico - America's Oldest Wine Growing Region - The Wineman takes you through the history of wine production in New Mexico with links leading to a map and contact info for many local wineries.

Navigating New Mexico Wine Country - Tips for visiting the North, Central and Southern wine growing areas of New Mexico include maps and contact details for the wineries.

New Mexico Wine Tasting and Dinners - Plan your New Mexico Wine tour with this site's current listings of events and wine happenings throughout the state.

also see -> New Mexico Beaches | New Mexico Tourist Attractions