Sweet Basil
Vail Village fixture since 1977 — new-American tasting menus and one of Colorado's most decorated wine programs.
Vail punches well above its weight when it comes to wine. From neighborhood favorites to destination openings, the wine scene here is intimate, opinionated, and worth the trip.
Our editors visit, verify, and refresh this list often — so what you see below is what's actually worth your evening. Here are our picks.
The list
3 editor-verified spotsVail Village fixture since 1977 — new-American tasting menus and one of Colorado's most decorated wine programs.
On-mountain fine dining at 10,350 ft. Lunch only, but the gondola-up European tasting menu is a destination experience.
Wood-fire-driven new-American with a tight Colorado-leaning wine and bourbon list. Sister to Sweet Basil.
FAQ
The picks below are our editors' top wine in Vail right now, ranked by curation and reader feedback.
Most of the spots on this list are excellent for a date — look for ones marked with the date-night vibe tag.
On weekends, yes — book through the venue card below. Walk-ins are usually possible on weeknights.
Most spots here sit in the $$-$$$ range. Each venue card shows its price band.
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Eventism Editors. “Best Wine in Vail”. Last verified July 6, 2026. https://eventism.com/vail/guides/best-wine-in-vail
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