Not everyone realizes you don’t have to travel out of state to explore wine country.

An expansive offering of vineyards and wineries is just one of many allures to Palisade.

The lushest corner of Colorado’s Western Slope, if not the most agriculturally rich swath of land in the entire state, Palisade is home to some of the world’s tastiest peaches , a handful of farm-to-table eateries, a brewery, a distillery, and outdoor adventures you can’t find anywhere else.

Framed by the picturesque Book Cliffs with the majestic Grand Mesa looming above, a weekend here feels like immersion in another world.

Alpacas look curiously around their enclosure at SunCrest Orchard Alpacas on April 20, 2016, in Palisade. The farm specializes in alpacas, fiber processing and finished alpaca products. (Phot

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