In an article published Monday night, Forbes recently highlighted Arizona’s wine industry, focusing on professionals who left other careers to pursue winemaking. The feature showcased Arizona Wine Collective in Tucson as a hub for these innovative winemakers.
Arizona Wine Collective offers a tasting room that connects Tucson residents and visitors with wines from across the state. According to Forbes, the collective demonstrates how new voices in winemaking are helping Arizona gain national recognition.
The story noted how many Arizona winemakers began in fields such as education, engineering, and healthcare. They now apply those skills to viticulture, producing wines that reflect Arizona’s high-desert terroir.
As Tucson’s culinary scene grows, Arizona wines continue to gain traction alongside it. The Forbes feature underscores the state’s role in American winemaking and the value of Tucson as a destination for wine lovers.
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