About Merkin Vineyards Old Town Scottsdale
Merkin Vineyards Old Town Scottsdale has earned its reputation as one of the region's most genuine wine experiences in Scottsdale / Phoenix / Tucson Urban — Arizona's fastest-growing wine destination. Set in Scottsdale, the winery combines estate-grown character with a visitor experience that makes wine approachable for newcomers and satisfying for serious tasters.
The wines lean on Mourvedre and Grenache Blanc — a smart choice given Arizona's high-desert elevation and monsoon-season rainfall. In the glass, these varietals deliver balanced fruit, genuine structure, and finishing freshness, the kind of quality that has helped Arizona wineries build a following well beyond state lines.
Visiting Merkin Vineyards means spending time with a team that genuinely cares about what's in the bottle and who's tasting it. The tasting room offers guided flights through the estate portfolio alongside knowledgeable staff, and the property itself — a purpose-built tasting room adjacent to estate vines — provides the setting that makes a wine-country day trip feel worthwhile.
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Arizona Wine CountryA genuine representative of Arizona's growing wine scene
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Tasting RoomA welcoming space to explore the estate portfolio with knowledgeable staff
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Estate CharacterWines that reflect the unique character of Scottsdale / Phoenix / Tucson Urban
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Local DiscoveryOne of Scottsdale's most interesting wine destinations
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Visitor ExperienceA full Arizona wine country experience in one visit
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Community FavoriteA well-regarded stop on the Arizona wine trail
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Featured Wines
Red
Petite Sirah
Arizona Petite Sirah is bold and concentrated with inky depth and solid structure.
White
Viognier
Aromatic and opulent, the estate Viognier captures what makes Arizona whites unique.
Red
Syrah
Savory, peppery Syrah from Willcox-area vineyards — one of Arizona's standout reds.
Blend
Proprietor's Reserve
A reserve blend showcasing the estate's finest fruit from the current vintage.
Tasting Experiences
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Classic Arizona Flight
An introduction to the Arizona wine style through 5 estate pours.
$20 · Walk-in friendly
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Wine & Food Pairing
Arizona-inspired food pairings with the estate's current release wines.
$50 · Reserve in advance
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Group Wine Experience
Private tastings for groups of 6-20 — ideal for special occasions.
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