<>These are the 5 wines made at Ryker's Cellars urban winery on May 16, 2018 in Denver. Owner Ryker Brandt only produces small batch wines making only 600-700 cases a year. (Helen H. Richardson, The Denver Post) In case anyone needs a reason to drink wine, Friday is National Wine Day. It’s a day to celebrate your favorite fermented fruit of the vine. So crack open that box of Franzia merlot from Target — we promise, we will not judge you — or uncork that pretty bottle of Miraval rosé (from a French vineyard still owned by Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, incidentally) that you’ve been saving for a semi-special occasion. Better still, get out and try something new. No need to travel to Napa Valley, either: The Front Range has a surprising number of urban wineries — many of which we list here — with libations that will appeal to both novice and connoisseur. All offer tastings given by winemakers or their knowledgeable staffs. Many … [Read more...] about 21 urban wineries in Denver and along the Front Range where you can cheers to National Wine Day
