Colorado Cellars

Colorado high-altitude wines rated by major critics worldwide.

Colorado Cellars produces wines from Colorado's high-altitude vineyards, where intense sunlight and diurnal temperature swings shape the character of the grapes. The winery's Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot have been assessed by major critics including Wine Advocate, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Falstaff, and Decanter. The Cabernet Sauvignon, the winery's highest-rated offering, reflects the region's ability to ripen Bordeaux varieties with structure and depth. The Merlot provides a softer counterpoint, while The Original Port rounds out the portfolio with fortified character. Colorado's elevation—often above 4,000 feet—creates conditions distinct from traditional wine regions, yielding wines shaped by thin atmosphere and significant day-to-night temperature variation.