LDV Winery

The wine is great, the owners are down to earth, and the place has a relaxing atmosphere. If you are in Scottsdale, I highly recommend checking out the LDV winery.

Yum, yum, yum — must get the ‘All-​In’ wine tasting because you can not choose. I am a big fan of all the AZ wineries, but I must say this is the first flight where I love ALL of the wines — including the white (I’m a red snob). Curt was delightful and we look forward to visiting the vineyard :))

Stopped in here last Saturday night while we were wine tasting in the area. They close at 8 and we got there about 7:30. The girl that was working (wish I could remember her name) was very friendly. Even happily stayed open a few extra minutes while some others at the bar and my husband and I finished our wine and conversation. Love the outdoor seating. Could see this being a really nice place to bring friends/​family that are visiting. Didn’t try any of the food they serve so I can’t comment on that. I am very passionate about Arizona wine so I am just so happy to have tasting rooms here in Phoenix. We did the «all in» tasting so we got to try all their wines for $ 14.00. Nice pours. Really got to get a good feel for the wine. Wasn’t too crazy about some of the reds. They are very oaky and a little smokey. But still very good. They were out of a Syrah I hear is one of their best. Looking forward to the new vintage coming out on that and tasting it. I will definitely be back. And I will update on the new wines tasted! Thanks LDV for a fun wine tasting experience!

I hosted a business exchange followed by a wine tasting in October and we had an amazing experience! Our group of 20+ people really enjoyed the entire experience and we have Peggy to thank for that! She guided us through a beautiful tasting and really explained the wine. She provided charcuterie and cheese plates for our group as well, so it was nice to pair with the wine. The wine tasting room is beautiful and the perfect place to relax and enjoy wine or even to plan your next small business meeting. Thanks, Peggy, for a great experience!

Hands down best wine tasting experience!!! Food was awesome and Kurt was excellent!!! Thank you sssoooo much for the experience!

I’ve had multiple tastings here. Peggy is amazing! She loves to take the time to make sure you understand what you are drinking and you can see the passion behind their family’s craft. Their R.E.D. is my favorite! Their location is beautiful. A must in Oldtown!

I have wanted to check out this tasting room for a few months, and I was not disappointed when I decided to go in for a few sips. What a gorgeous and inviting space! Complete, of course, with great wines. LDV has done a wonderful job creating a fun and low key tasting space. The family background (and wine tributes) only add to the ambiance. I was fortunate enough to speak with Peggy, who was not only great with the wines
but informative with regards to any other aspect of the business. I love the fact that they choose to work with local artists and eateries. They showcase art works from a nearby artist, as well as a food truck with a local chef, pairing dishes with featured wine selections. I love living so close by, and am looking forward to visiting soon. Thank you!

Received a flyer in the mail for a free cheese plate and wine tasting. Wording was confusing, as only the cheese plate was free. However; after tasting the wines in the flight, it was worth the trip there (as the wines were delicious). Left with a bottle of viognier to take home.
Will definitely be a return customer.

What a great spot! I went here for the first time with a friend who raves about this place, and she wasn’t wrong.
I ordered a white and red flight so I could try as many different wines as possible. There wasn’t a bad one in the bunch, but I was partial to the crisp 2012 and 2013 Sky Island wines (probably because they felt so refreshing on a warm Arizona day).
Peggy, the owner, skillfully walked us through how each wine was made and what techniques give the wines their unique characteristics. I am impressed with the wide range of tastes this vineyard achieves with their product.
My dining partner and I also shared a plate of cheeses and nibbles. There was a nice variety for us to munch on while we enjoyed our wines, including two meats, three or four cheeses, crackers, dried fruits and olives.
Overall, LDV’s incredibly friendly owner, beautiful wines, and relaxed, unpretentious atmosphere make this a place I’ll visit agains and again. It’s a wonderful way to support Arizona businesses!

Taste some of the best Arizona wine in Arizona. If you come on Thursday you can enjoy Flights and bites. Great atmosphere.

The bartender made us feel rushed and was not personal at all which we could understand if they were busy but we were the only people there at the time being. They were out of one of their very few options. Charged higher amounts for tastings then other wineries even when purchasing bottles to go along with it. The wines were not bad but not the best in the area. Best thing about this place was the beautiful courtyard area to sit in.

What a great experience. We spent part of a Sunday afternoon tasting LDV wines and visiting with Curt Dunham. What a sincerely pleasant, informative and interesting person to be pouring wine for us! We have enjoyed LDV wines while attending wine festivals in the past but this little treasure will become a regular place for us to visit and relax with great people and fantastic wine.
We are excited to try Thursday nights when LDV tasting room pairs local chef creations made on spot with a few of their varietals. The atmosphere and hospitality alone are enough to make this our destination but this sounds like a fun date night!
If you haven’t been here, you’re missing a great find and even better wine.
Oh…did I mention the great patio?

Great place nice patio! Just wish they would play something better than elevator music!

Lawrence Dunham Wine Gallery is a great addition to Old Town Scottsdale. The newly renovated space is very inviting & charming. The wine flights are fun to try. It’s hard to pick a favorite but the Signature Petite Sirah is the top of the list for me. Sky Island Viognier is great if you are in the mood for white wine.
The tasting room has 2 great patios and acoustic guitars on some nights. It is a new favorite place to enjoy friends & wine — what could be better? Owners Peggy & Curt have created the art gallery to adjoin the tasting room and have specialty items for sale from local AZ businesses. Peggy will make a custom gift basket with their own label balsamic vinegars & oils, wine & some of the other selections in the shop.
They just started doing Flights & Bites, which is great before dinner. This is a collaboration with food trucks. It is so delicious & is paired with the wine! I am glad I got to try that.
The LDV vineyard itself is in Pearce, AZ. Curt & Isla gave me a detailed breakdown of the characteristics of each wine. It’s amazing how weather can effect the character of the grapes. Each year the wines can be slighty unique.
I can see this becoming a classy, southwestern wine version of «Cheers» — where everyone knows your name! Great job, Lawrence Dunham Vineyards!

LDV has my heart and wine glass full! We were introduced to their wines a few years ago during a visit to Pearce, AZ. We had the privilege to taste, learn and tour their vineyard and have been hooked since!

Peggy and Curt have created a beautiful space to enjoy their wines in Scottsdale. The shop has charming décor, beautiful artwork and a great patio. During the holiday season we stopped in the new wine shop for last minute Christmas gifts and were soo impressed by the selection of thoughtful gifts, delish olive oils/​balsamics and of course the wine!
Excited to attend the many events they have planned though out the spring. Cheers to continued success!

So happy to be able to enjoy Lawrence Dunham Vineyards wines right here in the Valley of the Sun (rather than trekking 3 ½ hours south of here). Their new LDV Wine Gallery in Scottsdale is charming and perfectly suits their wines. The patio is lovely and will be a great springtime hangout for Sunday Funday.
I’m especially a fan of the Sky Island Viognier and the Signature Petite Sirah. Yes, I am partial to these varietals, but I’m not biased in saying the un-​oaked viognier is fantastically aromatic and a great summer wine. Love noshing on some strong goat cheese when I’m sipping this beauty.
The Petite is my favorite deep shade or purple (almost black) with just a hint of spice and a velvety finish. I like to pair it with a well-​marbled rib eye or lamb tenderloin. Of course, I’m also liable to pair it whatever I have in the fridge. It happens.
This is a small production, family-​owned winery. Everything is estate grown. Their wines are priced in the mid $ 20-​$ 40 range because their volume is small and their quality is high. These are first press wines. (If you want to pay less, then go get a bottle of some second press no-​name label at the grocery store.) Trust me, LDV wines will not disappoint. Cheers!

We are huge fans of LDV — great wine, especially the Petite Sirah. Relaxed, great service, fun people.

Saturday date night and we left Cornish Pasty Co not really sure of where to hit next, until we glanced a little sign across the street directing us to a wine tasting. Hey, I like wine! There was a cute front patio with twinkle lights and the weather was gorgeous, making our decision even easier.
We tasted four wines and got an extra taste of our favorite of the four (they were down by one white from their regular menu). We ended up taking home a bottle of the viognier. We really enjoyed the patio. Apparently, they were recently requested to host a bridal shower, which is pretty genius. They also have some wine pairing events going on for Thursdays with a food truck that sounded pretty great too.
If we’re in the area with some friends, we might hit this place up again.

My husband and I love wineries. We try to go to a winery or a tasting room whenever we travel. I am starting to get into red wines now so I am searching for the perfect one. Unilocal and gps here we come. On our 13 city tour of Arizona, Scottsdale made the list. It is about 30 minutes from Phoenix (with our driving) and I felt like we had just travelled into a richer more conservative part of Arizona. There is Neiman Marcus, Dillard’s, Saks and a few high priced department stores. The area said we have more money than Phoenix. Even the gas prices were 20 cent more. We essentially thought we were going to a winery but it ended up being a tasting room.
When we arrived, they apparently had just opened. The lovely lady explaining the wines to us had not yet finalized her morning routine. We were ok with that considering the place is beautiful. Wonderful artwork and décor, it was just so relaxing. The music was right on point with a little jazz bluesy ambiance. We decided to do a tasting of 4 wines. All the wines were pretty good but I bought one red that was really good.
The manager came in towards the end of our visit and she was soooo sweet. Her name was so easy but it fails me right now. I want to say Beverly. She was just incredible. She told us all about Arizona and gave us some hot spots to travel too. Right before we walked out the door, the owner Peggy walked in. Very pleasant lady. Each time I am in Arizona, I will stop at this place for great wine and conversation.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a wine tasting at the Lawrence Dunham Vineyards tasting room in Old Town Scottsdale. The wine tasting was hosted for a local wine lovers group (Cru Club AZ) and I will say that Curt and Peggy did a great job.
The location is great. West side of Old Town and walking distance to some very good food after you’re done tasting (House Brasserie or Cornish Pasty, anyone?). They did an awesome job on the tasting room itself. Rustic chic, with a modern edge to it. The main room is open, bright, and can accommodate a decent crowd, but I liked the fact they have some adjoining rooms as well (some with local artwork). The place exudes understated class. We sat on their patio, which is cozy, but big enough to easily seat our group. Plus the table was made from old wine palates… Now that is what I call recycling!
OK, so how are the wines, right? I have found that AZ wines can be spotty; with some tasting awesome and others heading straight for the dump bucket. I haven’t had a full flight of wine from any AZ wineries yet where I liked them all. I’m happy to report that the Lawrence Dunham wines are very legit. Granted, I have a soft spot for Rhone varietals (which is all they grow), but I won’t give praise unless earned… and Curt and Peggy definitely earned it.
For $ 12 we tasted five wines, all of which were well made and very approachable. All the grapes are estate grown and sourced from their vineyards in Southern AZ. Two different viogniers, grenache, petite sirah, and a red blend. I gravitated towards the yellow label viognier as it was just drinking lovely, and had all the characteristics I look for in the varietal. My next favorite was the petite sirah. Big and inky (as it should be), but the tannins were not overpowering at all and it was very easy to sip and enjoy.
If you’re a wine fan, you should stop by their tasting room next time you’re in Old Town. Perfect spot to hit before date night. Plus, you can see that the future for Arizona winemakers is looking brighter and brighter…
Cheers!
–The East Valley Foodie

Love that Scottsdale now has a wine tasting room and the wines are great! I was a huge fan of the red blend and petite sirah. Afterward we went out to dinner just a block away, such a great location for a rating room.

Such a wonderful atmosphere… Thank you Kurt and Peggy for bringing your wonderful Arizona wines to Scottsdale! !! Love the wine and can’t wait to visit again!

I’m in town from SF visiting my in-​laws and they had the idea to try this new wine bar/​tasting room. Kurt and Peggy (owners and wine makers) are extremely nice and knowledgable. The 2012 Viognier and Petit Sirah were fabulous.