A champagne toast after a balloon ride is a tradition that dates to the 1700s. Vara Winery is the perfect location for that tradition. Balloon Fiesta Park is just a short distance from the winery with amazing views from their outdoor patio. Vara winery is known for producing wines from Spanish grape varietals. They also have "Cava" -Spanish sparkling wine made in the same way as champagne.
Vara is also participating in "Lift Your Spirits." The Department of Arts and Culture and the New Mexico Distillers Guild will host the craft cocktail festival at the Balloon Museum on October 9th. "Lift Your Spirits" will take place during the balloon glow. Local distilleries will serve their signature cocktails. Enjoy live music, food trucks, and vendors as you watch the fireworks. Enjoy music from local bands like the Memphis P. Tails and Baracutanga. Tickets at holdmyticket.com