Business Details
42 Years
experience
Award-Winning Sparkling Wines from New Mexico
Founded in 1984, our winery combines French winemaking heritage with New Mexico's unique terroir to craft award-winning Mthode Champenoise sparkling wines. With over four decades of expertise, we prioritize quality through meticulous grape selection, extended aging sur lie, and innovative pairings with local cuisine. Our Albuquerque production facility and Santa Fe tasting room offer immersive experiences, from guided tours to seasonal events, while our wine club provides exclusive access to limited releases and curated tastings.Recognized globally for excellence, including Wine Spectator accolades and the Yarden Trophy, we remain committed to sustainable practices and community partnerships, such as our collaboration with the Pueblo of Santa Ana. Every bottle reflects our dedication to bridging Old World tradition with New World creativity.
Services
Sparkling Wines
Wine Tastings
Vineyard Tours
Wine Club
Event Hosting
Online Sales
Private Reservations
Catering Services
Art Collaborations
Wine Education
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of French-inspired sparkling wine expertise in New Mexico's unique climate
- Our wines have earned international recognition including the Yarden Trophy and Wine Spectator awards
- We provide immersive tasting experiences at two New Mexico locations with panoramic views
- Our extended aging sur lie process creates complex flavors in every sparkling wine
- We host curated events pairing wine with local cuisine and arts experiences
What people say
Award-winning sparkling wines
Scenic Albuquerque views
Knowledgeable staff
Creative seasonal events
Exceptional vintage quality
Services
Sparkling Wine Production
We craft Mthode Champenoise sparkling wines using French techniques adapted to New Mexico's terroir. Our process includes hand-harvested Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, extended aging sur lie for 18+ months, and traditional bottle fermentation. This creates complex flavor profiles with fine bubbles and balanced acidity, earning international recognition including Wine Spectator awards.
Wine Tasting Experiences
Our Albuquerque production facility and Santa Fe tasting room offer curated wine flights featuring both sparkling and still wines. Visitors enjoy educational tastings with trained staff, seasonal specialty pours, and access to limited releases. Both locations provide scenic outdoor seating areas for wine enjoyment in New Mexico's unique setting.
Vineyard Tours
Guided tours explore our winemaking process from grape to bottle, including behind-the-scenes access to fermentation tanks and aging cellars. Available at our Albuquerque location, these educational experiences include curated tastings of current releases and exclusive library wines, with options for private group bookings and special themed tours.
Wine Club Membership
Our Le Club des Vins offers tiered membership levels with exclusive benefits including early access to new releases, members-only pricing, and special events. Members receive curated shipments of sparkling and still wines, with flexible shipping options and access to limited-production vintages unavailable through regular retail channels.
Event Hosting
We host seasonal events combining wine with culinary experiences, music, and local culture. Offerings include monthly wine dinners with regional chefs, musical bingo nights, holiday celebrations, and special tasting events featuring guest winemakers. Private event bookings are available for weddings and corporate functions at both locations.
People
Carrie Grul
Head Winemaker
As Gruet Winery's first female head winemaker, Carrie Grul brings decades of regional winemaking expertise to continue the Gruet Winery family's legacy of sparkling wine excellence in New Mexico.
Laurent Gruet Winery
Co-Founder
Laurent Gruet Winery, son of founder Gilbert Gruet Winery, relocated to New Mexico in 1984 to establish the winery using Champagne-making techniques adapted to Southwestern terroir conditions.
Questions
What makes Gruet sparkling wine different from Champagne?
While using the same Méthode Champenoise as Champagne, our wines reflect New Mexico's unique terroir with higher elevation vineyards and distinct climate conditions producing brighter acidity profiles.
Where can I taste Gruet wines?
Visit our Albuquerque production facility or Santa Fe tasting room for curated wine flights, seasonal specialty pours, and access to limited releases with scenic outdoor seating available at both locations.
Do you offer wine club memberships?
Yes! Our Le Club des Vins offers tiered memberships with exclusive benefits including early access to new releases, members-only pricing, and special events with curated wine shipments.
Are vineyard tours available?
Guided tours of our Albuquerque winemaking facility include behind-the-scenes access to fermentation tanks and aging cellars with curated tastings of current releases and exclusive library wines.
What events do you host?
We offer seasonal events combining wine with culinary experiences, music, and local culture including monthly wine dinners, musical bingo nights, holiday celebrations, and private event bookings.
How should I store sparkling wine?
Store bottles in a cool, dark place (50-60°F) horizontally to keep corks moist. For optimal flavor, consume within 3-5 years of purchase, though select vintage releases age well longer.
Reviews (5)
Greshka P.
Jan 14, 2022
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I recommend doing their sparkling wine flight, as this is what they are known for. We had a reservation to taste at the "cave" room. When we got there there service was a bit lacking, having to wait to even be greeted and to get someone to take our order after being seated. The girl who served us did not seem too friendly at the time but then realized she just had a dry personality and as we engaged her in conversation, we got to see her trying, smiling more and more pleasant. I really enjoyed the flight, which included a sparkling rose. The pours are generous, and after we enjoyed
Robyn Barker
Nov 23, 2021
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Great facility with many interesting seating areas, indoors and out. Many spots were reserved so good idea to phone ahead esp for private (and romantic) room. Lovely bubbly. Flights available.
Colleen K.
Nov 15, 2021
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Great experience here. Gruet is known for their sparkling wines. I recommend doing a custom flight where you choose 4 wines to try. They don't serve food but you are allowed to bring outside food. Very nice indoor/outdoor seating areas and great service from the staff. If you are visiting from out of town, they sell wine travel bags (for airplane) for $2.99 so that helps if you plan to buy a bottle and bring it on a plane. Also, if you like green chiles, try the green chile jam. It's incredible!!
Sarah W.
Nov 07, 2021
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They were very busy during the balloon festival so the service wasn't as quick or personable as I've had at other wineries but great experience and would recommend trying if you are in the area.
Heather Mikan
Oct 26, 2021
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The wine was okay at best. Their reds are overpriced for what they are. I was disheartened at the rude and condescending service we received. It left a sour note on an otherwise enjoyable anniversary.
