2026 Sip Into Spring: A Celebration of Colorado Wine (Wine Industry Network)
Press Release
February 19, 2026
We are thrilled to announce the 6th annual “Sip into Spring: A Celebration of Colorado Wine,” presented by Grand Valley Bank, held on Saturday, May 2nd, at Palisade’s scenic Orchard River View, a breathtaking venue, overlooking the Colorado River, at the mouth of the De Beque Canyon.
A highly curated, wine-centric festival, Sip into Spring brings together the best of the wine, food, art, and music worlds. In addition to receiving high-quality swag, attendees experience intimate winemaker-led tastings and enjoy local wines at the venue, with bottles available to purchase to stock the home cellars. The Sip Into Spring People’s Choice Award is back this year, where you get to help select the winner by voting on your favorite wine.
Wineries
This year, we are once again showcasing 12 premier Colorado wineries, at the picturesque Orchard River View outdoor event center, located in the Vinelands area of Palisade, nestled in the heart of the Grand Valley. Guests get to know the winemakers behind their award-winning wines and learn firsthand about Colorado’s high-elevation terroir and what makes these local wines so unique.
- Alfred Eames Cellars
- Balistreri Vineyard
- BookCliff Vineyards
- Carboy Winery
- Chill Switch Wines
- Cliff Dweller Wine Company
- Continental Divide Winery
- Mesa Winds
- Restoration Vineyards
- Sauvage Spectrum Winery
- Stone Cottage Cellars
- The Storm Cellar
Music, Vendors, and Food
While sitting amongst the shade of the native trees and sipping on Colorado wine by the River. Guests enjoy the soulful, soaring vocals of Anthony Peebles followed by Wild Flight, a 6-piece roots rock band known for its eclectic blend of blues, jazz, classic rock, and funk.