As January 26th is Australia Day, Chef Colin was very kind to design the next Family Meal around this Antipodean holiday, in honour of our resident Aussie, David. Chef picked some Down Under classics for your enjoyment. And we'll have some great Aussie wines as pairing options. ~FIRST~ Grilled Prawns Housemade BBQ Sauce Corned Beef […]
We are pleased to welcome Mike Etzel, Jr. from Beaux Frères winery in Willamette Valley, OR. Mr. Etzel is the winemaker to be at Beaux Frères, taking over for his father who started the winery in 1986 with his brother-in-law, Robert Parker, Jr. (yes, that Robert Parker). Consistently recognized as one of the best producers in OR, Beaux Frères […]
Chef Colin and Brian are trekking up the mountain for the Taos Winter Wine Fest. Scot Bilbro, owner of Marietta Cellars, brings the wine and Arroyo Vino Chef Colin Shane roasts the pig for this one-of-a-kind ski-in, ski-out al fresco luncheon on the world’s best ski mountain. At the Phoenix Grill, base of chair 4. […]
Chef Colin and Brian are trekking up the mountain for the Taos Winter Wine Fest. Aceq Restaurant Wine Dinner with Evan Martin, owner/winemaker of Garryana, Willamette Valley, Oregon. Chef Colin will be the guest chef at Aceq on Friday night, preparing a meal to pair with wines from Garryana. Click here for the menu. Please call Aceq for more details […]
~FIRST~ Moroccan Meatballs Harissa Sauce Couscous Tabbouleh Salad Oil Cured Olives, Preserved Lemon, Tomato, Parsley Steamed Whole Artichoke Greek Yogurt, Mint, Lemon ~MAIN~ Whole Roasted Chicken Crispy Polenta Medjool Date Mostarda Roasted Carrots & Cauliflower Natural Jus ~DESSERT~ Housemade Baklava Arroyo Vino Honey, Toasted Nuts Reservations can be made by calling 505-983-2100 As […]
Domaine Arlaud Père et Fils is a reference point for natural Burgundy wines. The singular experience each organically raised cuvée offers is a revelation for even the most experienced palates. Today, the family stands side-by-side with Burgundy’s most respected names, especially distinguishing itself with its dedication to organic viticulture. The family began to cultivate their […]
We talk a lot about where a wine comes from and the effect of place on a wine. So here's the latest in our 'blind' tasting workshops. We have a lineup of Pinot Noirs, West Coast and an Old World, different appellations and styles for you to compare and contrast. Join us to explore this noble grape.
Celebrate this Valentine's Day with dinner at Arroyo Vino. Our menu has plenty of delicious food you'll want to share with that special someone. And, as always, we'll help pick out the perfect wine to enjoy with your meal. ~FIRSTS~ Dry Aged Beef Carpaccio Egg yolk jam, garlic chips, horseradish, mushroom conserva, mustard seed (gf) Just […]
Continuing our exploration of things unseen, this Saturday we will be widening the scope and showing 6 reds from 3 continents, all for $35 or less. And all with the labels hidden from view.
The third week in February means New Mexico Restaurant Week. Arroyo Vino will be presenting a menu not to be missed. Book your table now.
Arroyo Vino Family Meal: Cedar Plank Salmon ~FIRST~ Charcoal Roasted Beet Salad Watercress, Apples, Friseé, Goat Chevre, Mustard Vinaigrette Thai Style Brussel Sprouts Nuac Chom, Thai Basil, Mint, Preserved Lemon Vegetable Fritto Misto Kabocha Squash, Maitake Mushrooms, Haricot Verts ~MAIN~ Cedar Plank Atlantic Salmon Brown Butter Hollandaise Grilled Asparagus Fingerling Potato Confit Sautéed Swiss Chard […]
We are very excited to present the next Family Meal in collaboration with Chef Nathan Mayes. Chef Nathan is soon to open Paloma Restaurant, at 401 Guadalupe Street, Santa Fe.
Keep an eye out for offical word in early Summer.
Yes, I know it's still March. That said, have you looked outside recently? This weather is a perfect time to be thinking about warm weather whites to enjoy during Spring. So we've picked some great examples, and we'll be pouring them incognito, blind as they say. Bring your best guesses and let's play our game.
We are proud to announce a surprise visit to Santa Fe by Laura Díaz Muñoz, winemaker at Galerie. In a special limited Winemaker Dinner, Laura will expound her approach to winemaking and her sense of place that comes through her wines. This special Winemaker Dinner is limited to 12 people, so make your reservation as soon as possible.
It's one of California's signature regions, most notable for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. So it's about time we turned our attention to the Russian River Valley. Stop in and let's see what some iconic winemakers, and a couple of relative newcomers, are able to do with grapes from this area.
~ ~ There are still a few reservations available ~ ~
Call now to secure your seats.
As the last Family Meal of the season, Chef and the Arroyo Vino Kitchen will be serving a special 8 course extravaganza of mezze - a tour-de-force of Southern Italian plates.
It's about time we circled back to a perennial favorite. We all know Zinfandel can be traced back to Croatia, and is also found in southern Italy as Primitivo. But we all know and love the grape that really calls California home. Join us at the Tasting Table as we venture west.
Chris Barnes is making a welcome return to Arroyo Vino and we are very pleased to have him back. Join us on Saturday for another exploration of some more Iberian wines you've probably haven't heard of.
Looking at the weather forecast, you could be mistaken for thinking Summer has already arrived. So it's time to start thinking about what wines you'll be enjoying. This Saturday, we'll have some fantastic examples of wines from France that should be on everyone's list as the days get warmer.
We are thrilled with the introduction of our 5-course Chef's Tasting Menu at Arroyo Vino, with dishes focusing on the daily harvest in our garden, seasonal local and wild produce, and other fresh and exciting ingredients.
And to share our excitement, we are offering an opportunity for you to experience the menu for just $49 per person, not the regular $68 fare. Naturally, our Wine Pairing option will also be available to enjoy.
This Saturday, we will jump around California (starting with Champagne as your departure point, because we can) to show off some great values currently available in the Arroyo Vino Wine Shop.
Kitchen Angels is holding its 19th annual fundraising event, Angel’s Night Out, at restaurants around Santa Fe. On Thursday, April 27th, we will be contributing 25% of your bill to Kitchen Angels. Be a help to the Angels and join us for dinner. Enjoy delicious food, a great bottle of wine, and know you are […]
Guests have been thrilled with our 5-course Chef's Tasting Menu at Arroyo Vino, with dishes focusing on the daily harvest in our garden, seasonal local and wild produce, and other fresh and exciting ingredients.
To extend the excitement, we are offering a special promotion until May 19th. For this limited time, the Chef's Tasting Menu will be available for just $54 per person, not the regular (and still a great value) of $68.
We've come back around to Chardonnay again. It's been a while since we concentrated on this classic white grape. So this Saturday, we will sit down in the Restaurant and taste through some truly fabulous examples of Chardonnays from around the world. Join us for our Seminar and let's learn your favorite style.
This is the sort of undercover operation everyone can support. We will pick a secret selection of reds from the best wine regions in California, present them anonymously and let you decide your favorite. More as we get closer - keep a look out for the email announcing further details.
~~ Your Tasting Fee will be waived if you're wearing a committee-approved Hawaiian shirt. ~~
If you'd like to impress your house party guests with the most delicious cocktails, with grace and ease, then this is the seminar for you. We'll discuss some of the theory and etymology behind the spirits and cocktails that will be showcased, as well as some of the basic philosophies behind proper mixology.
It is almost the height of Summer. It is the time for barbecues and grilling, and enjoying a glass of a perfect wine with your BBQ. Join us as we taste our current favorites for that afternoon of family, friends and flames.
Our Annual Arroyo Vino Rosé Extravaganza is back for 2017.
We will be stocking the patio with the best rosés of the season and you get to find your favorite.
We are pleased to welcome Darren and the wines of Tablas Creek Vineyard back to Santa Fe and Arroyo Vino. Join us for a special dinner, hopefully enjoying an evening on the Patio, as we serve the Rhône style wine from Paso Robles with a menu from Chef Colin Shane.
As a prelude to next week's big Kermit Lynch event, we think it would be fun to start with some French wines a little early. So we are exploring some terrific examples from the Rhône. Come and enjoy a little warm up tasting as preparation.
Kermit Lynch's logo on the back of a bottle is instantly recognizable. It has become a symbol representing his focus on small producers whose wines express the authentic style of their origin. We are excited to present a selection of Kermit Lynch's French portfolio as our Summer Tent Event.
Arroyo Vino is delighted to welcome Jason Romero as our guest presenter for the next Patio edition of our Saturday Wine Seminars. Please join us as we explore some wonderful Pinot Noir from Oregon.
Southern Rhone's landmark region, Châteauneuf du Pape, was the first region to gain AC status in France.
The story of Chehalem is rooted in a deep and abiding reverence for the land.
Rolling hillsides, ocean breezes, vineyards tucked in around every corner. The Russian River Valley region is one of those fabulous locations where everything comes together. Join us this Saturday for the next Summer Patio Seminar as we concentrate on the Russian River Valley, specifically a selection of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from some iconic producers.
We seem to return to Chardonnay again and again, due to the varied locations it is grown and the wide range of styles it presents in the glass. And this weekend, it is all about White Burgundy; the point-of-reference for Chardonnay.
Each year, we get to sample new vintages of the breadth of Italian wine. And each year, we are thrilled to be able to present a selection for you to taste as well.
A small area in the middle of France holds the fascination of many people. And we here at Arroyo Vino are among them. Join us for the 2nd in our Burgundy Series of Saturday Wine Seminar on the Patio. Tomorrow will be an overview with a selection of our favorite producers that will give you […]
A small area in the middle of France holds the fascination of many people. And we here at Arroyo Vino are among them. Be prepared. Join us on the Patio for another Saturday Wine Seminar. We are introducing ticket sales via EventBrite for our Saturday Wine Seminars on the Patio to guarantee your seats for […]
Family Meal meets Wine Seminar
Summer is winding down and the tent on the Patio will go away. In the mean time we are going to use it as much as we can in the mean time. Our Patio Wine Seminars have been very well attended so we figured if we add dinner and talk about wine, how much fun would that be.
Introducing the Saturday Wine Supper
Family Meal meets Wine Seminar
Summer is winding down and the tent on the Patio will go away. In the mean time we are going to use it as much as we can in the mean time. Our Patio Wine Seminars have been very well attended so we figured if we add dinner and talk about wine, how much fun would that be.
Introducing the Saturday Wine Supper
There's really not much else I can say about this opportunity - an astounding lineup of wines, an amazing menu from Chef Colin Shane.
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Olivier Bernstein, Domaine Leflaive, Domaine Laroche, Champagne Gosset, Hyde d’Villane
France vs. California with LIOCO and North Berkeley Imports
A head-to-head wine pairing of classic French houses and a modern California producer.
Please call us for reservations - 505.983.2100
Perched on a ridge overlooking the Pacific Ocean at Fort Ross, Hirsch Vineyards is the birth ground of great pinot noir on the extreme Sonoma Coast.
Situated in Monforte d'Alba in the prized Bussia Soprano vineyard in the heart of the Barolo region of Serralunga, the Conterno family has been producing and aging the great Piemontese wines for more than five generations.
Fall has definitely arrived in Santa Fe, but there is still a little warm sunshine. It's a good reason to break out and enjoy some white wines that may have been under the radar. We've got a great lineup of white wines to enjoy as Fall is upon us.
There once was a little movie that maligned one of the world's greatest grapes. We aim to show that Merlot can stand tall on the world stage. Our good friend Irby Wood will be here to give his justification of why everyone should be turning to Merlot.
As you are enjoying your time with family and friends this Veterans Day, it would be only proper to also share some great American wines.
He's a young, passionate wine maker with a local connection. We are thrilled to welcome Evan Martin back to Arroyo Vino.
The black truffle, Périgord truffle or French black truffle, is a species of truffle native to Southern Europe. And they are in season. And we have some. Join us and enjoy a fabulous meal featuring the delicacy.
The way to change a perception is to experience something that changes your mind.
Making a welcome return for Family Meal, Chef Colin and his much sought after Southern Fried Chicken.
Come in and take advantage of our Wine Shop Anniversary Sale.
20% off 6 bottles or more, wine and spirits.
It is with great pleasure that we present the other half of the truffle season - we have a special shipment of Italian white truffles on the way.
A region with a long history (some very recent) and a fabulous cuisine. Chef Colin and the Arroyo Vino Kitchen will be offering up some classic dishes from northwest Spain.
We have one last tasting event for 2017 to help you find your perfect holiday wine.
The Arroyo Vino Wine Shop will be open on Christmas Eve for a last minute gift or for the perfect wine to go with your holiday dinner.
While it might not be a snow covered Christmas this year, you can still enjoy a fabulous Christmas Eve dinner here at Arroyo Vino.
To help you celebrate the end of 2017, all sparkling wine is on sale this weekend.
Champagne. Prosecco. Cava. Blanc. Rosé. 750ml. 1.5L.
The clock is ticking down to the end of the year. Do you have everything you need to bid 2017 adieu and to welcome 2018? Do you have enough bubbly in the home for everyone?
The Arroyo Vino Wine Shop will be open on New Years Eve for the necessary supplies for your celebration.
The end of 2017 is upon us and we are excited to see what 2018 will bring. Celebrate with us as we move to a new page on the calendar.
We are bringing back the incognito tasting for 2018. I'm hoping to have these as regular occurrence, using different themes, regions and grapes. Tomorrow, we'll have 3 whites and 3 reds to test your mettle. Join us at the Tasting Table and take your chances.
The Big Easy. The Birthplace of Jazz. For us, most importantly, The City of Chefs. Our first Family Meal of 2018 pays homage to New Orleans and the amazing cuisine that has originated there. Will you be here to enjoy it?
This afternoon we will present a small selection of wines to highlight women as the key drivers behind the wines. Winemakers who are leaders in the field - or should I say vineyard.
Japanese flavors and textures have had a large influence on Chef Colin Shane. Family Meal: Japan allows him to play with an entire menu. Dust off your best kimono and book your table now.
There are wines from across the world that are sometimes overlooked or disregarded because the grape or region might not be recognized. We aim to widen the horizon at this Saturday Wine Workshop, as we present a selection of esoteric wines for your enjoyment. These are wines we believe to be great drinking and fantastic value. Come and see for yourself.
Starting the year on a high note for our Winemaker Dinners, we are thrilled to have Robert Sinskey, Vintner of Robert Sinskey Vineyards, join us in Santa Fe. You can join us in this rare opportunity to enjoy a dinner from Chef Colin paired with a selection of his wine.
Circles within circles. Regions with regions. The wine world has many examples of wine designations within wine designations - places where a line on the map specifies what you can put on the label. Join us tomorrow as we explore some wines within wines.
Picturesque mountains. Yodeling. Lederhosen. Raclette. Schnitzel. Well, we have the mountains. And we can certainly help with the raclette and schnitzel. Join us for at Family Meal: Alpine. It's unlikely that they will be yodeling and lederhosen.
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with dinner at Arroyo Vino. Our menu will have plenty of delicious food you’ll want to share with that special someone. And, as always, we can help pick out the perfect wine to enjoy with your meal.
For Restaurant Week, we are offering a 3-course menu that focuses on savory dishes, and omits dessert. The "Things To Share" are just that, dishes designed to share with your dinner mates to get the meal started. We'll still have a dessert menu available should you desire.
A Guide to this Summer’s Patio Pounders
Enjoy the kind of cool, refreshing white wine you’d drink by the pool when summer comes.
The story of Californian wine country is a story of transformative success and evolving style. Greater in size than many winemaking countries, the sunshine state has an ideal climate for ripening grapes, moderated in top wine growing areas by the cooling influence of the Pacific ocean.
There are many myths surrounding St. Patrick and whiskey (whisky is the preferred term for Scotch), all of them probably false, since the first written record of whiskey in the UK don't occur until the 15th century
Sicily is one of the world's fifty largest islands, which means it boasts an incredible number of microclimates. Vines grow all over the island, from the seaside Trapani to the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna.
Sicily is a melting pot of a variety of different cultures and cuisines, sometimes known as God's Kitchen.
A glut of articles have been written concerning what to drink with an Easter meal. All of them are concerned with what to pair with ham and lamb and maybe even hard boiled eggs and baskets full of candy.
Part of what keeps wine drinking fresh and fun is discovering a grape or region that is interesting, unique and different. After many years of drinking wine, this is a great way to reignite your passion for vino.
TERRE ROUGE means "Red Earth". This vermillion-colored soil is one of the hallmarks of the Amador County region.
A family classic, for all to share.
Artisan. Wine. Oregon. Terroir.
Guiding words for one of our favorite wineries.
We might be some distance from the nearest body of water, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy of good old fashioned Clam Bake.
Grab your bibs and get ready.
It is one of the most iconic producers in California. We have just received the latest releases and thought we should share. Join us Saturday as we taste through a selection of Ridge Vineyards wines from the 2016 and 2015 vintages.
Kitchen Angels is holding its 20th annual fundraising event, Angel’s Night Out, at restaurants around Santa Fe. On Thursday, April 26th, we will be contributing 25% of your bill to Kitchen Angels.
Few topics in the wine world are as polarizing as the use of oak.
We have decided to continue the sale for one more week. If you missed the sale last week, or just need more, we're here. Come see us!
To finish out our fantastic May Sale, we are opening a few of our favorites for you to enjoy while you shop for yours.
Join us for a Family Meal meets Wine Dinner evening at Arroyo Vino. Chef Allison will serve a wonderful classic Italian family style menu, while our wine team pairs a line up of superb older vintage Italian wines.
There are quite a few of us at Arroyo Vino with a fondness for the wines of Oregon. It would be an unusual day of there wasn't a Chardonnay or Pinot Noir from the Willamette among our suggestions. But as we will discover, there's more to Oregon than just Chardonnay or Pinot Noir.
At a time when it seems you can get almost any wine anywhere, we are continually thrilled to find new wines from our favorite regions that excite and enthrall us.
We have a last minute, special opportunity to experience a Prix Fixe dinner created by Chef Allison Jenkins. We have 10 seats available and you must call to get a confirmed reservation. A very special opportunity that should not be missed.
Wine plays an essential role in rounding out a summer barbecue.
Extending 600 miles across roughly a quarter of France, the Loire Valley ranks third in viticultural output behind Bordeaux and the Rhône.
The 7th Annual Arroyo Vino Rosé Extravaganza returns for 2018.
As a tribute to the three-day mountain culinary festival that is Aspen Food and Wine, we have decided to host a tasting showcasing high altitude vino.
One of the most famous cocktails in the world, no other drink has such a hold on popular culture as the Martini.
With Independence Day just around the corner, we at Arroyo Vino have decided to throw a wine tasting tribute to American wine producers.
The 21st century has brought vast innovation and improvement to German wine. Made famous by the racy, delicate Rieslings produced in the Mosel Valley, Germany has overseen a revolution in quality wine production.
Vive la France.
Liberté, égalité, du vin.
We are celebrating Bastille Day with an all French event under the tent on the Patio.
