Business Details
22 Years
experience
Discover Handcrafted Wines at Rio Grande Winery
Founded in 2004, Rio Grande Winery continues the hand-crafted tradition of winemaking in America's oldest wine region. Our 28-acre estate vineyards produce grapes that capture the unique terroir of the Southwest, offering wines that reflect our commitment to quality and excellence. Nestled among sleepy pecan orchards with breathtaking views of the Organ Mountains, we combine tradition with innovation to deliver an authentic tasting experience. Our facility features a Napa Valley-style tasting room, expansive patio, and five versatile event spaces accommodating up to 500 guests.We offer full-service catering for weddings and corporate events, complemented by our Wine Club membership benefits and recreational pickleball courts. With over two decades of viticultural expertise, our team works year-round to ensure every bottle expresses the distinct character of New Mexico's heritage. Our dedication to sustainable practices and community engagement has made us a cornerstone of Las Cruces' cultural landscape.
Services
Wine Production
Tasting Room
Event Venue Rental
Wine Club Membership
Pickleball Courts
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer handcrafted wines from our 28-acre estate vineyards
- Host events in our scenic venues with 500-person capacity
- Enjoy exclusive wine club benefits including member-only events
- Experience unique southwest flavors in every bottle
- Access to pickleball courts and special events
Services
Wine Production
Crafting premium wines from estate-grown grapes in New Mexico's oldest wine region. Our 28-acre vineyards produce varietals that capture the unique desert terroir. Each bottle reflects generations of winemaking tradition combined with modern techniques.
Tasting Room
Experience our award-winning wines in a Napa Valley-style tasting room with mountain views. Enjoy daily tastings, wine by the glass, and seasonal drink specials. The space accommodates 75 indoors and 300 outdoors.
Event Venue Rental
Host weddings, corporate events, or private parties in five distinctive venues. Features include a bridal suite, outdoor grassy areas, and industrial-chic crush pad spaces. Full-service catering available for up to 500 guests.
Wine Club Membership
Join our tiered wine club for quarterly shipments of handcrafted wines. Members receive discounts, exclusive releases, and event priority access. Benefits scale from 10% to 25% off depending on membership level.
Pickleball Courts
Access to private pickleball courts available for members and event attendees. Courts can be reserved through our app for casual play or organized leagues. Ideal for team-building events and recreational use.
People
Richard McDonald
Winemaker
With decades of viticultural expertise, Richard McDonald oversees all aspects of grape cultivation and winemaking. His commitment to sustainable practices ensures each vintage captures New Mexico's unique terroir while maintaining international quality standards.
Questions
What services does Rio Grande Winery offer?
We produce handcrafted wines, operate a tasting room, host events in five venues, offer wine club memberships, and maintain pickleball courts for members.
Can I host events at the winery?
Yes, we offer five event spaces accommodating 75-500 guests with full-service catering, including our Clubhouse, Crush Pad, and Tasting Room venues.
What wine club options are available?
Our tiered club offers quarterly wine shipments, discounts (10-25%), exclusive releases, event access, and pickleball court privileges based on membership level.
Are tasting room hours consistent year-round?
Our standard hours are Wednesday-Friday 2-9 PM, Saturday 11-10 PM, and Sunday 11-8 PM, with seasonal variations for special events.
Do you offer recreational activities beyond wine tasting?
Yes, we feature private pickleball courts available for members and event attendees with app-based reservation system for convenient access.
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Reviews (4)
Anna H. Dawson
Dec 26, 2021
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The wine is lovely. Rich, round reds and tart, bright whites. The view CANNOT be beat. The patio has many seating options with heaters for a cool desert evening.. Such a great stop for an evening of wine and mountains.
Debbie R.
Dec 24, 2021
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Plenty of room for parking on dirt. Staff friendly and helpful. They have wine and beer tastings at a reasonable price . Nice atmosphere and will stop again.
Kacie Doll
Dec 23, 2021
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We loved this place! We came with kids and the owner and staff were incredibly hospitable. They brought out heaters, outdoor games and even smores for the kids to cook in the outdoor fireplace. The wine was great and the scenery was perfection. We saw several rainbows in the Mountain View beyond the covered patio. There was a food truck, live music- what else can you ask for?! Definitely worth a visit.
Brett Noecker
Nov 27, 2021
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We were blessed with a private event here at Rio Grande Winery, sampling some of the 2020 vintages. The Petit Verdot, The Spaniard, El Santo and Flor Blanca. This place is on the come up for good wines! Our private event consisted of a fantastic meal including smoked pork belly and sides. The service here is good, they have a really good thing going. Go for the experience! You wont disagree.
