Private wine experiences through the Verde Valley—vineyards, barrel rooms, remarkable Arizona wines, and every detail handled for you.

Wine Country, From the Inside
A private day inside Verde Valley wine country — vineyards, barrel rooms, and remarkable Arizona wines, with every detail handled.
total for the first two guests
+$259 each additional guest
Adventure First. Wine Follows.
Begin on the Verde River by kayak, then continue into the same private wine itinerary as The Winemaker’s Escape.
total for the first two guests
+$259 each additional guest
| Included | Winemaker’s Escape | River to Reserve |
|---|---|---|
| Private Sedona pickup & drop-off | Included | Included |
| Private barrel room vineyard and tasting experience at Alcantara with Ron Brumley winemaker | Included | Included |
| Lunch at Alcantara | Included | Included |
| Visit Stronghold Vineyards tasting, located in Old Town Cottonwood | Included | Included |
| Visit Merkin Hilltop, tasting and barrel-room tour | Included | Included |
| Dessert at Merkin Hilltop | Included | Included |
| Verde River kayaking, equipment & safety briefing | — Not included | Included |
| Price for first two guests | $1,195 +$259 / add’l guest | $1,395 +$299 / add’l guest |

Pickup and drop-off in Sedona.

Remarkable Arizona wines.

Built into the day.

Every detail arranged for you.
The Day
Private pickup in Sedona.
Equipment and safety briefing included.
Private vineyard and barrel-room tour with Ron.
A relaxed midday table.
Tasting.
Tasting and barrel-room tour.
A sweet finish, then private drop-off.





What guests tell us
Guests have described it as the best thing they did on their trip to Sedona.
Guests note that every detail was handled, so they didn’t have to worry about a thing.
Guests call the wine tasting the perfect way to relax.
Two experiences. One standard: every detail handled for you.
River to Reserve adds kayaking on the Verde River — with equipment and a safety briefing — before the same wine itinerary.
Yes. Both experiences include private pickup and drop-off in Sedona.
Prices are totals for the first two guests, not per person. The Winemaker’s Escape is $1,195 for two, plus $259 per additional guest. River to Reserve is $1,395 for two, plus $299 per additional guest.