Heart of the Desert - Las Cruces
Tuscan-inspired patio with farm tours and gourmet offerings
Best known for: Pistachios and award-winning wines
Heart of the Desert, located in Alamogordo, New Mexico, is a family-owned winery and pistachio farm known for its premium pistachios and award-winning wines.
Established in 1974, it features the state's first and largest producing pistachio groves, with approximately 13,000 trees.
The winery produces a variety of wines from seven grape varieties, including Chardonnay, Cabernet, and Zinfandel.
Visitors can enjoy wine tastings and farm tours, and relax on the Tuscan-inspired patio.
The venue also offers a range of gourmet foods and gift baskets, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
Tasting Hours
Monday through Friday at 1:30 pm; Memorial Day through Labor Day at 10 am and 1:30 pm
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