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Tucson tasting room gains national attention in Forbes

Owners Michelle and Dave Boudreau (Photo courtesy of Arizona Wine Collective)

Tucson tasting room gains national attention in Forbes

Aug 27, 20251 min read

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.

Arizona Wine Collective (Photo by Taylor Noel Photography)

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.

Arizona Wine Collective is located at 4280 N. Campbell Ave. For more information, visit azwinecollective.com.

Looking for a way to explore and support the incredible wineries in Southern Arizona? Check out the Tucson Foodie Sonoita-Elgin Wine Passport!

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