The view is beautiful and definitely worth the stop. The wine was decent, but it felt expensive at $31 for every bottle. Unlike other wine tastings, Azura has you walk up to get each tasting. This would've been fine but there wasn't enough space for all the guests and people were constantly trying to grab your table from you. read more

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We make this part of our annual fall trip through Paonia, and it has been a must-visit on our list for several reasons. The view is unlike any other. Beautiful mountains in the background, a small private lake, the perfect wine tasting setting. We usually do a tasting for $10 and it gets us 5 wine tastes and a glass. Then we always finish with a full pour of our selected wine. This past time, we went and sat down by the water and it was the perfect fall day. In the past, we have had food here, checked out the art inside, and spent many hours on the terrace. We even once saw a wedding taking place down by the water and it looked like an absolute dream. Definitely make sure this spot is on your list, as the experience is unparalleled! read more

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Go for the views, stay for the wine. And def order something from chef joe's menu. A must stop in paonia. read more

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First of all, approaching the winery was like rolling up to an Italian villa, with beautiful grounds and lush landscaping. The wine tasting was very reasonably priced, with the ability to sample 4 different wines for $10, and even included the glass. They were all very well done, and I honestly liked everything I tried. I settled for the yacht club red for my full glass, and settled down under their pergola patio, which sported incredible views and offered shade as well. We were really impressed with everything, and while we didn't get food, we came back with 2 bottles of the Yacht Club Red, as it's only available at the vineyard and not distributed locally. Guess just a good reason to come back! Azura was by far the best vineyard of all the ones we tried in the area and we'd absolutely come back! read more

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5 stars for the view isn't enough. It's amazing. The owner is incredibly sweet and knowledgeable about their wines and her and her husband have a cute art gallery. It's definitely worth the drive and a sit down with a beautiful glass of riesling. I hope to be back soon! read more

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Such a lovely experience! We just came in for wine tasting but had such a great time chatting with the woman who was serving us (I believe she was the owner's daughter, if you haven't met her you need to--she's so friendly and hilarious). We also had a great time talking with a few other people who were visiting. It's rare that you not only get to taste good wine but also enjoy such great company--it felt like we were at an intimate family gathering in the best way. That being said, the wine was great too. They aren't a formal winery but that doesn't stop them from making great tasting wines. Best of all, the atmosphere is very laid back and welcoming, and the wine is not ridiculously expensive like you may find at other wineries. My husband and I loved getting to visit here and highly recommend stopping in for a tasting, a few bottles or a glass of wine on the patio (it's so beautiful here). We will be back next time we're in the area! read more

Wonderful wine and then take a bottle to Chef Joe's porch and enjoy the best charcuterie platter and salmon toast on the Western slope. Delicious! read more

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Azura is a great winery/vineyard. Stopped here on a gorgeous day and what a view to go with some very good wine. Our tasting was outside and offered us a good variety of what they offer. We then stuck around to enjoy a glass. Really enjoyed their Riesling. If your are in the area it is worth the stop. read more

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We went here as part of our local honeymoon and we were delighted! First, the place itself is so artistic... I felt like I was transported to Italy, sipping delicious wine while enjoying magnificent views and exploring the grounds... Plus, they have a beautiful art gallery. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and celebrated, and the wines themselves were some of our favorites we came across in Paonia. read more

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Now don't get me wrong - this area is stunningly beautiful as far as scenery goes however, I did NOT anticipate to find the beautiful within Azura Cellars property. Upon entry you swear you have been transported to another world - it is simply stunning what the owners have done to the property. The other wineries in town do not even begin to compare. There is ample seating, classy furnishings, and the view I mean, WOWZA!!! The owner was very helpful to my husband and I and we really enjoyed hearing about the wines (and tasting) but also the property and the art displayed inside (not cheap but incredible). We finally chose to buy a bottle of Pinot Noir. We had the bottle opened and we made our way out on to the patio. We could have sat for hours! And to be honest having wine here was a great way to spend my birthday afternoon let alone any other day of the week//month/year. It is probably one of the best wineries that I've been to in regards to wine (in Colorado) and experience. Top notch place they have here! read more

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My husband and I were in the area and upon a strong suggestion from the manager of an Airbnb we were staying at, we decided to give in and take their recommendation. We are glad we did! First of all, the grounds of Azura are lovely. There's a nice outdoor seating area with gorgeous views of the mountains. There's also a yacht club for mini yacht boats on an onsite pond. It's just a pretty place to enjoy wine and walk around. The tasting room is a decent size and has really neat pieces of art. There is also awesome locally made jewelry for sale. We went when it first opened on a Saturday and it wasn't busy at all. The wines were decent; it was more of the experience that we enjoyed the most (note - we are super picky about wines) but I can't say they were bad. I definitely wouldn't dock any stars due to our pickiness ;) However, I would go back should I find myself in the area, so I hope that helps with knowing the quality of the wines. The reps onsite helped us to know which winery to venture off to after we were done with our tasting. They were all very kind and helpful. All in all, a lovely experience and I recommended giving it a try if you're considering going wine tasting in Paonia! read more

Best views in Paonia! Helen went above and beyond to make us feel welcome at their little slice of heaven! Cheers to Azura!!!! read more

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This winery is so beautiful! The staff/owners are incredibly friendly. The jewelry they sell is very reasonably priced. The views are outstanding! This is a MUST SEE if you're in Paonia. read more

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Good wine and a beautiful setting. Very artistic inside with pieces for sale by local artist. Not a bad way to spend an afternoon. read more

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Great Riesling!! First time experience during Covid and were pleasantly surprised! The view was amazing!! Take a lunch when you go and enjoy the relaxing views. Unfortunately we did not try all of their wines so I guess we will just have to return and enjoy another afternoon. read more

By far the most beautiful winery on the hills above Paonia, Colorado. The wines are some of the best in the region. In addition to tasting these excellent wines, there are ample tables overlooking the valley to enjoy a small picnic. Make sure to climb the tower. read more

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Simply wonderful. Fantastic service. Gorgeous views. Beautiful art. Delicious wine. Perfect afternoon. read more

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Amazing.....Tuscany in the mts of CO....Refined.....drop dead gorgeous......Fantastic Wine! Probably my very favorite winery I have ever been too! I could literally have spent all day here with the views and the wine and the rc sailboats....lol. No really read more

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Wow! This place not only had excellent wine - the view was spectacular. If you are in the Paonia, Colorado area make it a point to stop by.

What a beautiful winery in CO, who knew. I had never bought CO wine before. We made the day trip from Crested Butte, was a great drive and day. We had a fun tasting, all the wines were good. We bought a bottle of Yacht Club Red. The grounds are so beautiful. We were lucky to meet the owner, Helen Gillespie. She was such a nice host, she is also an artist. We all loved the gallery. This is a great spot to take a picnic and try wines, the grounds are so nice, reminds me of Southern France. This is my new spot to take friends visiting, the drive is worth it. read more

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Just an absolutely lovely spot to visit. The view from the tasting room/art gallery patio is unparalleled! A wonderful place to take visitors to sit and enjoy a glass of wine. read more

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Great view and back patio. More of a modern feel inside the tasting/art room. Ambiance is great, especially outside. Wines are very sweet. Very, very sweet. I wish the wines were better, but I'm sure some appreciate the sweetness. read more

Azura Cellars is a beautiful spot in Paonia. And not only is the view gorgeous, but they have lots of fun things happening. For example they built a mini "Yacht Club" on the property where they race motorized yachts throughout the summer. There is also a built-in art gallery on the property. The woman we did our tasting with mentioned that they were artists who bought a winery and you can see that the two are given equal attention in the space. While they don't grow any of their own grapes, a majority of them come from Colorado still, mostly from the Palisade area. And Sir Nicholas really enjoyed the Yacht Club red, a blend they make, so much so that we left with a bottle. Azura is definitely worth a visit if you are in the area and enjoy wine! read more

Great tasting experience. Lovely wines. We met Helen and we enjoyed chatting with her. We purchased a few of their wines. Make sure you take time to enjoy their amazing patio. The plants are beautiful on their grounds. This is a top notch place to taste. We also appreciated the recommendation that Helen gave us to see Black Canyon. What an amazingly beautiful place. Thank you Helen! read more

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Azura was recommended by a co-worker when she heard my wife and I were staying at a nearby winery in Hotchkiss, CO. What a terrific recommendation. The views are spectacular and the wine is top notch. And, the attached art gallery provides an extra reason to linger an extra hour (or so). read more

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The wine was sooooo good. And the patio beautiful. They didn't have the most welcoming vibe though, and only had a porta potty to use for guests. read more

Probably the best Colorado wine I've had to date, and can hold its own with California wines. The place is beautiful, with local art, and the patio has wonderful views of the valley. I don't eat chocolate, but bought a bottle of the chocolate merlot sauce for my mom. Apparently it's so good, she has already requested I send more. Only downfall is the portal potties. It's a lot of money to spend and use a porta potty. I still highly recommend stopping by! read more

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Amazing wine and art. These folks (and dog) are able to blend their art, stunning landscapes from their patio, excellent wines and stories if yore. From past reviews, I was slightly skeptical of coming, but even the other wineries in Paonia directed us here. Well worth it! read more

The Riesling was a wonderful surprise. Enjoy the art gallery, get a bottle, sit on the terrace, and drink in the view.

Best winery ever!! Lovely people who work here/own this place, great wine, unbeatable views, and animals lovers. It was great taking our dogs here and enjoying wine with a mountain view. You really can't beat this place, and we are already looking forward to coming back here:) read more

The Traveling Winers on Colorado Wine Trail Azura Cellars was an unique visit as the owners, although we did not get to meet them, apparently are both artists, sailors and winemakers. Very fun combinations! The tasting room was very modern with interesting pieces of art on display. According to the tasting room host, Tensi, Azura Cellars has been in existence for about 7 years. We also learned that they do not grow any of their own grapes but purchase them from other vineyards in Palisades, CO. The view from this winery is absolutely spectacular. You may want to plan ahead and bring a picnic lunch or dinner, purchase a bottle of wine and enjoy their patio for a spell. It is really inviting! The Traveling Winers at The Vineyard Trail read more

One of the most beautiful wineries I have ever been to. The owners are so welcoming. The wines are great they have a chocolate desert wine for topping ice cream or in your coffee. Their tasting room is an art gallery. They have a beautiful veranda overlooking Paonia and the west elk mountains. A small lake hosts radio controlled sail boat regatta's. This place is a dream. read more

A big thank you for opening back up to let us taste your wonderful wine. It capped off a wonderful birthday in a most beautiful setting. Lovely indeed! Looking forward to uncorking the bottle of Montage. read more

Excellent wines, gracious and knowledgeable staff, spectacular setting. The artwork is amazing. Highly recommend.

Gorgeous winery. Very similar to many in Napa. The building, gallery, and terrace are all breath taking. They do not grow their own grapes so they put a pond in and have mini-yacht races instead. We enjoyed their wine and their Merlot Chocolate Sauce. read more

Paonia is a terrific place to visit for a day or two. The Azura winery is beautiful once you are inside the premises. The gallery features stunning modern art (I think by the owners) and a neat patio to sit on and sip wine with a fantastic view. The wines we had were great. The one room cottage is very small but elegant. The only downside was the woman hosting that day. She poured one or two drinks and then began sorting leftover recipe cards from a previous event, completely ignoring us. The private residence is on the left when you first enter the patio at the bottom of the stairs. If not for a tiny sign right before entering we would have walked in on the owners. They should put up some kind of decorative fence or wall to keep their private quarters obviously separate. read more

Don't miss this wonderful gallery & wine tasting stop on your way through Paonia. Wonderful artwork, beautiful setting & gracious hosts.