About Carlson Vineyards
Carlson keeps Palisade unpretentious: the valley veteran, pouring since 1988, built a devoted following on Tyrannosaurus Red, cherry wines and label humor that refuses to take wine too seriously, fruit-forward honesty and dinosaur-country branding making the winery the Grand Valley's friendliest institution.
Veteran tenure and anti-snob charm built generational loyalty. The T-Rex of the valley.
Palisade's 1988 veteran: Tyrannosaurus Red and zero pretension.
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Since 1988,the valley veteran pours.
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Tyrannosaurus Red,the icon label leads.
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Cherry wines,the orchard tradition ferments.
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No pretension,the humor is policy.
"Palisade's 1988 veteran: Tyrannosaurus Red and zero pretension."
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Featured Wines
Red
Syrah
Deep and savory, Colorado Syrah benefits from intense mountain sun and cool nights.
★★★★☆
White
Riesling
Off-dry and expressive, the estate Riesling captures the freshness of elevation viticulture.
★★★★☆
Red
Malbec
Concentrated Colorado Malbec with inky fruit and smooth tannins.
★★★★☆
Blend
Red Blend
A signature proprietary blend showcasing the estate's best red varietals.
★★★★☆
Tasting Experiences
Visit Website →Classic Flight Tasting
A curated flight of 5-6 estate wines with guided commentary on Colorado viticulture.
$20 - $35 · Walk-ins welcome
Mountain Vineyard Tour
A guided walk through the estate vineyard with a final tasting of unreleased wines.
$45 · Reservation recommended
Wine & Food Pairing
Seasonal pairings featuring local Colorado artisan cheeses and charcuterie.
$50 · By reservation
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