This page contains articles and press for the Colorado Mountain Winefest.

Wine Industry Group Earmarks $75,000 to Support New State Researcher – The Business Times, April 3-16, 2008

The Rocky Mountain Association of Vintners & Viticulturists has donated $75,000 over the next two years to support Steve Menke as resident state wine researcher. More...

First National Sponsors of Colorado Winefest - Rio Blanco Herald Times, March 13, 2008

First National Bank of the Rockies is proud to announce its second year as presenting sponsor of the Colorado Mountain Winefest. The Winefest is celebrating its 17th year providing thousands of wine lovers a sample of the variety of Colorado wines as well as an array of events and activities. More...

Local artist’s work corked for Winefest - Free Press, February 22, 2008

These boots are made for winos. That may or may not be thinking behind Grand Junction artist Kimmer Jepson’s winning entry for Colorado Mountain Winefest’s inaugural art contest. “It’s something different and will catch people’s eye,” said Marilyn Jensen, director of Colorado Mountain Winefest. More...

Enjoy the whole show - Daily Sentinel, 2007
If you’ve only experienced the Festival in the Park, plan to try one of these other Winefest activities next year.

Everyone knows that the party in the park on Saturday is a great time to enjoy Colorado’s wine and sunshine. In addition to the main event on Saturday, Winefest has inspired a number of other activities to enjoy all weekend at all ends of the valley. Unfortunately, some of these activities have a limited number of seats and may already be full for 2007, so if they appeal to you, there’s just one thing to remember: Save the date for 2008. Next year’s Winefest will be Sept. 18–21. Read More...

Be responsible: Are you safe to drive? - Daily Sentinel, 2007

RMAVV, a non-profit corporation, is dedicated to education of winemakers, grape growers, and introducing Colorado wines to the world. As Colorado wines gain recognition, they play an increasingly important role in the economies of both the Grand Valley and the State. The enjoyment of high quality wines is one of life’s great pleasures. The Town of Palisade and RMAVV invite you to experience this remarkable event in beautiful Riverbend Park, but we ask that you participate responsibly. Read More...

Better with age - Daily Sentinel, 2007

Sweet 16 and never been missed. It’s hard to say how many people have attended all 15 of the previous Colorado Mountain Winefests. Bet if you asked around during this year’s 16th-annual celebration, particularly during the latter stages of the rollicking Festival in the Park at Palisade’s Riverbend Park, you’d and scads of folks who’ll assure you that, “Oh, yes, I was there” for that first intimate gathering in the Palisade Town Park. Read More...

‘Kick Up Your Heels’ with the finest wines! - Daily Sentinel, 2007

Come celebrate the 16th Annual Colorado Mountain Winefest, presented by First National Bank of the Rockies, September 13-16. Toast the grape harvest and raise your glass to Colorado’s finest vintages at the state’s oldest, largest and best wine festival, and the only festival held in the heart of Colorado’s wine country. Read More...