Sip Your Way Along the Utah Wine Trail at These Wineries in Utah Near Zion

Did you know that southern Utah sits on the 37th parallel, the same latitude as amazing wine producing regions like southern Italy, Portugal, Spain and Greece? Several wineries in southern Utah take advantage of this great climate to produce outstanding wines, and you can find them along the Utah Wine Trail.

I recently visited all the southern Utah wineries on a fun girls' weekend (I let my little brother join too...haha!), and we had an absolute blast! It was so much fun to explore each winery, compare their unique offerings, and experience the different flavors and atmospheres. Such a perfect getaway filled with great wine, good company, and beautiful scenery!

Here are the five wineries in Utah that make up the Utah Wine Trail:

I/G Winery

In 2012, I/G Winery was the first winery to open in southern Utah in nearly 150 years and is now the oldest and largest winery in the region. The wines at I/G Winery are made locally with grapes sourced from vineyards in Washington, Oregon, California, and Utah.

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The beautiful tasting room in downtown Cedar City is sumptuously decorated and makes you want to stay awhile…which you can do while you savor one of the available wine tasting flights. Enjoy the Exhilarate Sauvignon Blanc, the Seduction Red Blend, or a signature cocktail while you cozy up by the fireplace or relax on the patio.

Check out my blog post for more things to do in Cedar City after your wine tasting!

I/G WINERY INFO

Location: 59 West Center Street, Cedar City, UT 84720

Hours:

Tuesday-Thursday 2:00pm-8:30pm

Friday & Saturday 12:00pm-11:00pm

Sunday 2:00pm-8:00pm

Closed Monday

GIRLS WEEKEND DETAILS: We absolutely loved the unique Barrel Room Tasting experience at I/G Winery! This one-on-one session with a sommelier was both educational and delicious. While enjoying perfectly paired small bites, we learned proper wine-tasting techniques and sampled five unique wines—the final pour coming straight from the barrel, giving us the rare chance to taste wine in its purest form. Such an unforgettable experience!

The Vine Yard

Owner Roberto Alvarez grows 10 varietals of grapes at The Vine Yard, including 6 reds (Cariñena, Garnacha, Petite Syrah, Tempranillo, Syrah, Zinfandel) and 4 whites (Albariño, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon Blanc, Viognier). He also makes smooth and balanced blends like the G.O.A.T, a uniquely delicious red blend.

The Vine Yard is one of two wineries on the Utah Wine Trail that are located in Leeds, UT, about 15 mins from the Hurricane Valley. Tastings can be scheduled by appointment and are intimate, sit-down affairs which include tapas bites and detailed descriptions of the wines.

THE VINE YARD INFO

Location: 1282 N Shadow Ln, Leeds, Utah 84746

Hours:

Monday-Saturday 12:00pm-6:00pm

Closed Sunday

GIRLS WEEKEND DETAILS: Our wine tasting with Roberto at The Vine Winery in Leeds was hands down the most unique experience of the weekend. Roberto’s passion for his winery was truly inspiring—he walked us through the history of the winery, the meaning behind the artwork on his bottles (such a sweet story!), and the thought process behind each wine.

We spent about an hour with him, sipping wine, enjoying delicious meats, cheese, and bread, and even walking the property and getting a behind-the-scenes look at how the wine is made. His knowledge and storytelling made the experience so much more than just a tasting—it was truly something special!

Zion Vineyards

Zion Vineyards began producing wines in 2015 and currently grows 10 varietals. Different grapes shine in different years, and Zion Vineyards has won several awards, especially for its reds, which are all aged in oak barrels, while the white wines are aged in stainless steel tanks.

You can find Zion Vineyards about 20 minutes northeast of St. George in the town of Leeds, UT. The tasting room is open seven days a week, and you can simply walk in and enjoy a tasting of whites like Grenache Blanc and Albarino and reds such as Tempranillo and Petit Syrah.

Discover more things to do in St. George in my blog post here!

ZION VINEYARDS INFO

Location: 5 Hidden Valley Road, Leeds, UT 44410

Hours:

Monday-Thursday 12:00pm-6:00pm

Friday-Sunday 12:00pm-7:00pm

GIRLS WEEKEND DETAILS: Our experience at Zion Vineyards was the most laid-back of the weekend. While the setup felt a bit less personal, the staff was friendly, and the wines were excellent. It was the perfect spot to relax, unwind, and enjoy some great flavors in a beautiful setting.

Bold & Delaney

The vineyards of Bold & Delaney are situated on a volcanic field between two dormant volcanoes. Volcanic soils produce desirable grapes, and the altitude of the vineyard brings cooler evening temperatures which helps balance the sugar and acid in the grapes grown here. Bold & Delaney produces some unique wines in southern Utah, including Malvasia Bianca, a dry white originally from ancient Greece.

For this stop on the Utah Wine Trail, you’ll make your way out to the Dammeron Valley near Snow Canyon State Park. Schedule a tasting so you can select a flight from 15 wines to sip in the sunny tasting room or outside with a view of the vineyards.

BOLD & DELANEY INFO

Location: 1315 N Horsemans Park Dr, Dammeron Valley, UT 84783

Hours:

Tuesday-Sunday 11:00pm-6:00pm

Closed Monday (except holidays)

GIRLS WEEKEND DETAILS: Our stop at Bold & Delaney Winery in Dammeron Valley began with a gorgeous drive—I absolutely love this area of southern Utah! The winery’s setting is truly stunning, and owner John was incredibly friendly, giving us a personal tour of the property. We enjoyed a relaxing afternoon outside, sipping delicious wine and indulging in a charcuterie board, all while soaking in the peaceful, quiet atmosphere. Such a perfect spot to unwind!

Water Canyon Winery

Water Canyon Winery stands out for producing natural, organic wines without any additives like sulfites, preservatives, or foreign yeasts. Wines produced at Water Canyon include Sangiovese, Malbec, Grenache Rosé, Golden Muscat, as well as several blends.

This is the southernmost stop on the Utah Wine Trail as Water Canyon Winery is located in Hildale, UT, right on the Utah/Arizona border. Book a tasting and you can enjoy the natural wines along with stunning views of the sandstone cliffs of Water Canyon.

This winery also offers lodging, a wedding venue, and an RV Park (coming soon).

While you’re in the area, don’t miss a visit to Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park, too!

WATER CANYON WINERY INFO

Location: 1050 W Field Ave, Hildale, UT 84784

Hours:

Wednesday-Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm

Closed Monday & Tuesday

GIRLS WEEKEND DETAILS: Our stop at Water Canyon Winery in Hildale was, hands down, our favorite along the Utah wine trail! We loved their organic approach to winemaking—the wines were absolutely delicious. As a family-owned winery, you could truly feel the heart and soul that Shane and his family pour into every detail.

The beautiful and modern design of the buildings added such a cool touch, and the scenic setting was breathtaking. Shane even gave us a behind-the-scenes tour of the wine production process, and it was so fun to see the care and craftsmanship that goes into every step of the process. Such an unforgettable experience!

Hope this guide gives you everything you need to explore the Utah Wine Trail and enjoy the vineyards along the 37th parallel! I highly suggest adding this to any girls trip itinery to southern Utah!