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According to the Colorado Wine Industry Development Board, 85 percent of Colorado's vineyard acreage is planted in premium vitis vinifera varietals, with merlot accounting for nearly one-fifth of that amount.

Here is what Colorado vineyards are planting:


  • Merlot, 19.3%

  • Cabernet Sauvignon, 18.6%

  • Syrah, 15.4%

  • Chardonnay, 11.3%

  • Riesling, 8.5%

  • Cabernet Franc, 7.1%

  • Viognier, 2.9%

  • Gewurtztraminer, 2.4%

  • Sauvignon Blanc, 2.4%

  • Pinot Noir, 2.3%

  • Other, 10%

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