Do not pass Go! If you want local wineries this is the only…read moreplace to go. Very knowledgeable people and great selection and good prices

On a Sunday fun day, we stopped by The Wine Collective of Scottsdale for some vino. Located in Old…read moreTown Scottsdale, this winery, while it doesn't have a parking lot, is surrounded by free street parking. I Ubered but I saw that there was a good amount of parking as I walked in. Ambiance (3.5/5): A small but homey winery. You're not in wine country, so you won't have scenic views, but it is a nice place to have some wine. We sat at some high tops close to the bar. Service (4/5): Friendly service. If you're doing a wine tasting, they'll tell you a little bit about each wine. Food (N/A): We were on a liquid diet during this visit. Drinks (4/5): The Wine Collective participates in the Scottsdale Wine Walk along with five other wineries in Old Town. You can get a passport at any of the locations for $5 and then you'll receive a discount off of flights at each. You also get a stamp upon completing your mission at each spot. They only had one passport left, so luckily I was able to start the challenge. They have several different flights, more than just your standard red or white, including one where they will customize the flight based on your preferences. Pretty awesome and not something I see at a lot of wineries. All of the wines we sampled were solid. I'd return! Now I just need to complete the Wine Walk. It's a tough job but somebody's gotta do it!

LDV Winery in Scottsdale is such a cool spot. The location is great, easy to get to and perfect for…read morea relaxed wine tasting without feeling stuffy or pretentious. The wines were surprisingly inexpensive for the quality, which made the experience even better - you can actually enjoy tasting without feeling rushed or guilty about the bill. The service was excellent too: friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to make recommendations without any pressure.

Stopped by LDV Winery during the wine trail. Overall, it was just okay…read more The staff was friendly and welcoming, which I appreciated, and the vibe was decent relaxed but nothing that really stood out. The wines themselves weren't very impressive to me, especially the reds. They lacked depth and complexity and came across a bit flat compared to other spots on the trail. Drinkable, but nothing that really stood out or made me want to take a bottle home. With so many stronger wine stops in the area, this probably wouldn't be one I'd go back to.

Sheena was amazing! Came in not knowing much about red wines and tasted a few and ended up buying 2…read morebottles! Definitely recommend great options and explained.

We did the white flight tasting and the red flight tasting. We picked one of each that we really…read moreliked but you do you. Wine is very subjective. The young man pouring was very attentive and informative. Unfortunately I forgot his name. Met nice people from Michigan and had a great time.

Date of visit: June 6, 2026…read more This was one of the visits on our Arizona Food Tour and while I don't drink wine (or anything, really) we had a lovely experience here at the Aridus Tasting Room in Old Town Scottsdale. Giovanni (or Gio for short) was a cute and wonderful host, explaining the various items on our tasting board--cleverly shaped like the state of Arizona, of course--as well as the various things he was serving my mom. Mom is by no means a wine connoisseur, and she definitely prefers the sweet wines over the dry ones. But she managed to find some things that she didn't mind during our stay. For me, the delicious cheese and salami was wonderful and while I didn't love the NA Aperol Spritz, I appreciated the opportunity to try it.

I stopped by on a whim. They had a live performer and she was very good. She played the guitar and…read moreshe played a couple of her own songs. I got a flight of white wines. I enjoyed the first two. The third one was a Chardonnay and that one wasn't bad. However, my waitress disappeared and I never got my fourth glass of wine. Also, she did not bring me a fresh glass for each wine tasting which I thought was a little tacky. She also did not bring me any water to cleanse my pallet. I just think that if you are serving different wines, they should be served in separate glasses because the residue from one could affect the taste of the next period. I thought that was just common sense. Anyway, that was a bit of a turn off for me. Otherwise it's a cute place.

One of the most frustrating things about ordering steak is it doesn't always come out cooked how…read moreyou asked for. Our waiter Derrick told us they do a great job of being consistent with cooking their meat. He was right, my medium filet came out perfectly medium. The steak butter on the top added a great flavor as well. The fries tasted good and were seasoned well which I always appreciate. The pretzel bread and butter is also delicious and unlimited. The table next to us even took 4 of them to go with them. They give each person 2 free trials of any wine they want, and the trial glasses are a very good size considering they're free. Derrick was very nice, attentive, and helpful among our many special requests. The atmosphere was nice and somewhat fancy, while not being overly fancy and still allowing casual dining.

We had family in town and decided to head to Cooper's Hawk for an early dinner. As always,…read moreeverything was fantastic! We started with the Crispy Brussels Sprouts, which were absolutely delicious, along with their signature pretzel bread. My son is convinced it's the best bread he's ever had and said he could have happily made that his entire meal! My husband ordered his favorite dish, the Trio of Medallions, Horseradish, Bleu Cheese, and Parmesan-Crusted Filet Medallions served with Mary's Potatoes and asparagus. It's his go-to order every time we visit. My son ordered the Junior Filet Medallions with fresh fruit and French fries. He loved the steak, although next time he said he'll order it medium rare instead of medium. My daughter kept it light with the Caesar salad and added grilled shrimp for protein. I ordered the Parmesan-Crusted Mahi Mahi, and it was outstanding. The crispy caper lemon butter sauce is incredible! It's served with broccolini and Mary's Potatoes. My in-laws shared the Baked Parmesan Shrimp Scampi but swapped the capellini for rigatoni. They both loved it and said the pasta substitution was the perfect choice since they aren't fans of capellini. From the good food to the attentive service, Cooper's Hawk delivered another wonderful experience. Their menu truly has something for everyone!

Arizona Stronghold hands down the BEST stop on the wine trail. Not even close…read more From the moment you walk in, the vibe is on point lively, welcoming, and the kind of place you don't want to leave. The staff was top tier knowledgeable, engaging, and made the whole experience feel elevated. The wine? Across the board. Smooth, flavorful, and actually memorable we didn't just taste, we left with bottles, which says everything. The real sleeper hit though... the cab-infused cheese. That was next level. Rich, bold, and paired perfectly with the wine easily one of the best pairings we had all day. This is the spot that sets the standard. If you're doing the wine trail, this is a MUST.

We love AZ Stronghold! We've been members for a few years and have always enjoyed their wine and…read moreevents. The staff is wonderful and always so friendly. Sometimes the tasting room can get a bit crowded especially with large groups on the weekend. Be patient and kind....the staff does their best to get to everyone as quick as they can. The tastings come with 5 different wines, and typically you can swap out a wine if you don't like something on the menu. There is great music playing, board games available, and just a great vibe overall for tasting wine! It's a perfect stop to relax as you explore Scottsdale.

I've been on three wine walkabout tours with Sip & Savor and each tour has been better than the…read morelast. Bachelorette party, corporate events, they do it all! Most recently, I hosted some VIPs to Phoenix and we booked a wine walkabout tour back to back weeks. Booking was easy with Susan, she was able to get us scheduled quickly. Our tour was with Sharon -- she was the BEST. An absolute legend. She was hilarious, so fun, accommodating, and helpful. Each stop was unique and the wines were delicious. The snacks were great too! We will definitely book with Sip & Savor again. Highly recommend!

Wonderful experience in Scottsdale, Arizona. Tours mainly in the historical area.. Our guide Susan…read moreBray was fun with a bubbly, personality and provided the back up for our 3 hour journey. A highlight of the tour was a blind tasting at the end. Highly recommend this tour as a introduction to Arizona wines.

This place is so fun! We loved the staff and absolutely loved the product! Definitely try the…read moreprickly pear vodka- our absolute favorite!!

Paul has a great place...Headbanger..the only whiskey I drink! A very inviting and unique…read moreexperience.