Caduceus

The Wino

For the past 20 years, Maynard James Keenan has worked tirelessly to bring Arizona’s burgeoning wine industry to international attention. In the process, he has launched the award-winning Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards, introducing the world to some of Southwest’s most delicate and refined bottles -- campaigned for the Verde Valley’s certification as an American Viticultural Area (designated in 2021), all while growing a thriving local infrastructure and community across the region.

Our Vineyards

Caduceus Cellars & Merkin Vineyards maintains multiple vineyard sites across Arizona, including six vineyards situated amongst the stunning landscapes of the Verde Valley, as well as the Al Buhl Memorial Vineyards to the Southeast in Willcox. Our vineyards range in elevation from 3,300 to 4,900 ft. Our farming practices revolve around a low yield / high density philosophy. With 110 total acres under vine, the winery produces approximately fourteen thousand cases per year, across all of our brands.

Galileo

Our most publicly visible site. Located in Old Town Cottonwood, the Galileo Block consists of Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Graciano. Wines produced from this site are available exclusively in the VSC Ventura Room.

Judith

The Judith Block, is located on a south east facing slope at 4900 ft. Less than a half acre each of Nebbiolo, Aglianico, and Tempranillo with a dash of Malvasia in between.

Marzo

Located right on Oak Creek, this 2.5 acre plot is home to Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Agostina

The Agostino/Agostina block is a 3.5 acre plot and home to our Monastrell/Mourvedre, Albarino, Lulienga/Lignan Blanc, & Malvasia Bianca.

Eliphante

In early 2012, just outside of Cornville, AZ, we planted 30 acres on what we refer to as the Eliphante Block. Here we have mostly Italian clones, with a few Spanish and French as well.

Buhl

The Al Buhl Memorial Vineyard lies at the eastern edge of Sulfur Springs Valley (alongside the Willcox Playa) in what is known as the Kansas Settlement.

SWC / YCC

The Yavapai Community College Verde Valley Campus is located in the foothills of Mingus Mountain in Clarkdale.

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Wine Club

Velvet Slipper Club

Get to know why so many people can't resist getting wine shipped direct every few months.

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Become an active member of the exclusive Velvet Slipper Wine Club and take advantage of our most limited production wines with quarterly deliveries right to your door. Enjoy direct from the vineyard packaging of up to six individual bottles along with exclusive online and in-person club perks at our tasting room locations and website.

An exclusive, in-depth look at the history and mechanics of Caduceus Cellars. This unique experience includes a vineyard tour, facility tour, and top-notch guided tasting and Arizona tapas pairing featuring produce from our estate gardens. Enjoy a private, personal, and exclusive wine and dining experience lasting 90 minutes in total.

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Come Try For Yourself

158 Main St Jerome, AZ 86331

Our tasting room is nestled in the historic town of Jerome, Arizona. Enjoy our extensive bottle shop where you can purchase both Caduceus and Merkin Vineyards Bottles, have a tasting flight, and more.

Jerome Tasting Room Hours:

Sunday-Thursday 11 - 6
Friday & Saturday 11 - 7

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Merkin Hilltop Spirits

July 1, 2026

Introducing Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Spirits, available exclusively at the Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery & Trattoria in Old Town Cottonwood. Come explore our new cocktail menu featuring Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Vodka, Gin, Bourbon, and Rye. As a Licensed Distiller, you can enjoy at the bar or grab a bottle to go.…

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