A vineyard in the desert? It's a long story - but one worth hearing over a wine tasting with one of the highly reviewed sommeliers at Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery. Use this deal to explore this diamond in the rough: $16.99 ($34 value) for a wine tasting and two complimentary glasses for two people $33.99 ($68 value) for a wine tasting and four complimentary tastings for four people Sessions fill up quickly, so be sure to book ahead Turning Water from a 425-Foot-Deep Aquifer Into Wine Take a 90-minute scenic drive from Phoenix to Cornville, nestled just outside of Sedona, and visit the breathtaking grounds of this decade-old winery. Learn how the intense sunshine of Arizona helps improve the grapes' sugar content, how the volcanic soil lends itself to creating unique flavors only possible in this region, and how drawing water from a pure aquifer makes all the difference. Then, you'll relax in the spacious tasting room while enjoying four pours of varietals - like Syrah, Merlot, and Chardonnay. And since Oak Creek offers daily tastings from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m, you can toast to this oasis almost any time you like. Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery Website Facebook