Rune Wines

Rune Wines is an off-grid winery and tasting room located in Sonoita, Arizona. Founded by James Callahan in 2013, the winery has completed nine vintages and gained recognition for its innovative use of native yeasts and unique expressions of Arizona terroir. Callahan's extensive experience includes stints at PurVine Winery, Waters Winery, Paddy Borthwick Vineyards, Kosta Browne, Aridus Wine Company, and Pillsbury Wine Company, where he honed his skills in winemaking and cellar management. Rune Wines is known for its pioneering spirit and commitment to sustainability, with a solar-powered tasting room and vineyard that operates with minimal environmental impact. The winery's tasting experience is unique, taking place primarily outdoors under a shade canopy with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and high desert grasslands. The wines themselves are designed to tell a story, with each bottle featuring an excerpt on the back and an original artistic rendering by Daniel Helzer on the front. The winery's signature varietals are not explicitly stated, but its focus on Arizona terroir suggests a range of wines that showcase the region's distinct flavor profiles. With its off-grid operations and commitment to sustainability, Rune Wines has established itself as a pioneering force in Arizona's wine industry.

Written by Ava from public sources. Not written or reviewed by the winery.