New Mexico is one of America’s oldest wine-producing regions, with grape cultivation dating to 1629, and its high-elevation vineyards combine intense sunlight with cool nights that help preserve acidity and aroma. The state is especially respected for traditional-method sparkling wine, while varieties such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Tempranillo, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon are grown across the Middle Rio Grande Valley, Mimbres Valley, and Mesilla Valley AVAs.