Sombra Antigua Winery

Sombra Antigua Winery is a fun place to grab a tasting or a glass of wine and hang out. Tastings are 4 for $10. Depending on the day, they may have sparkling, whites, reds, and seasonal offerings such as sweet sangrias or Day of the Dead Red. Colorful art adorns the walls in the tasting room and the labels of their wines. Service is great. Games are available to play while you sip. We chose to play the interesting card game, Mansplaining. Live music is available on the weekends.

Wine tasting in New Mexico?! Well, why the hell NOT?! This was such a different experience for me. While the wine didn't knock my socks off, what did was the amazing hospitality and atmosphere. Sombra Antigua is where you wanna go to have a fun time. No judgments here, just a relaxing good time. While visiting New Mexico, I decided to check out the wine tasting scene. Admittedly, my expectations for wineries outside of my home state of California are generally quite low. Not because I don't think that there is better wine out there, but simply because I don't want to quickly compare everything to what I already know. Coming here, I knew it wouldn't be anything like the wineries back home. But that's honestly what I enjoyed most about Sombra Antigua. I stopped by solo without a reservation, and literally left with newly made friends that I hung out with for the rest of the night and even the next day. I mean, the people are so friendly, welcoming, and trustworthy here. There was live music and I sat and watched. 15 minutes later I was actually up and DANCING with a group of people. Shayla dancing with unknowns?! At MY big age? In this new era?! It's a rarity, I tell you! But, I did it. And it was SOOO much fun. Not to mention, the wine was actually pretty damn tasty. Yep, I said it! It was tasty. I enjoyed their Viognier, Demi sec, Barbera, and sweet cider beer. Is it the best wine that I've ever had in my life?! No, not at all. But, it's still good for the occasion and extremely affordable. They've got a large list of both wine and beer, and it's $5 for 5 tastes. BRING THOSE PRICES BACK TO NAPA!!! I know, I know... it ain't gonna happen. But, at least it's still thriving out here. The family who own and operate this winery is wonderful. They were right there dancing and drinking with everyone else. I love the family feel here. This is a winery where everyone know one another. And if they don't know someone, they're gonna get to know you and embrace you. I instantly felt embraced. What a warm and fun little gem this place is! If I'm ever back in this area again, a visit to Sombra Antigua will be first on my to-do list!

What a great time at Sombra.we stopped in about a few weeks back and it was our 3rd stop of the valley. We had tried some good, and some not so good wines, and we had planned Sombra last at it had the best hours and had heard good things.We puled into the place and it was certainly popular. The outside was full of people. we went inside as we wanted to see about a tasting. The gal inside was busy at the bar prepping some things but when we stated our request she obliged quickly. As I recall were were able to try most anything. We tried some reds and some whites, and I think something sparking as well. The whole time I took in the vibe of the place. Everyone was in a great mood, no surprise there. The décor was really neat, I know I was checking out different things on the walls, wondering if any of it was for sale. After a bit of tasting we bought a bottle and got a couple glasses and sat outside. It was a really relaxing spot, and a great way to end our day.

What a darling little winery. It's a bit off the main road, so just drive down the long gravel lane and it's there on the right. When we were there, the patio was about ready to fill up and live music was gonna start. We just wanted to taste test and bring some bottles home if we liked them. $5 for a 5 taste experience. But they'll let you try as many as you want if they aren't busy.Friendly folks on staff. If you are heading to the winery with friends who don't do wine...yes, this place has beer.Clean bathrooms, lovely grounds, ample parking.I won't tell you which wines you'll like because everyone is different. Let me just say of the many South NM wineries we visited this day. This was the only place we bought.

THE ABSOLUTE WORST LOCAL WINERY EXPERIENCE EVER.My best friend, Cindy and brother, Tony reached out to Sombra Antigua 3-4 weeks in advance to make reservations for my 50th birthday celebration. The reservations were made for 30 people, four/five tables and Mary claimed that each table would seat 8 people. They inquired about catering and Mary indicated that they did allow outside catering for a fee of $50. The time agreed upon was 2:30 to 5:30.The day of the reservations, my son, daughter and I arrived at 2pm. We were met at the entrance by a woman who asked in the most unwelcoming manner "How many are you?". She was blocking the entrance. I told her that we had reservations and gave Cindy's name then my name and she said in a very rude tone, "All I have are reservations for Tony V." Still blocking us from entering she said, "I need to collect $50 for the catering fee from Tony immediately!" I told her I wasn't sure what time Tony would be arriving and asked if we could come in. She turned around and stomped her way to the segregated area that was reserved for us. I sat at the end of one of the tables which was nearest the small round table that Dave and Teresa, owners, normally sit at. I know their names because back when they first opened their winery they were actually pretty friendly. This particular day, sitting about 2 feet from Teresa, she never once made eye contact with me, never greeted me, much less wished me a Happy Birthday. A "thanks for celebrating with us" would have been nice. All she did was add to the level of discomfort felt when we were met at the entrance by Mary who we would soon find out was in charge of hospitality none the less.Right around 2:15, Mary approached me again and asked where Tony was because she needed to collect the $50. I told her I had no control over what time he would be arriving. The caterer arrived about 2:20. My brother had not arrived. Unbeknownst to me, Mary charged the catering fee to the caterer!!! Two of the tables reserved for us that Mary claimed would seat 8, only sat 4 because they were up against the wall. So, even with all the beautiful scenery around us, our guests were literally facing the wall. I asked Mary if we could connect one of those tables with the one I was sitting at to make one big table. And Mary in her discourteous rude manners tells me "Absolutely not!! ADA was here last week and cited us!! My compadre who is the most even keeled, level-headed person stood up and told Mary that she was very rude. Mary responds, again very aggressively "How so??!!" My compadre points out that all I did was ask a question and her response was unnecessary. Mary then walks over to my brother who was sitting down enjoying his meal and tells him in front of all our guests, "One of your guests complained about me!" My brother, asks who and Mary points to my Compadre. And my brother knowing my Compadre well says, "No way, not him." My Nina and Nino arrived and I greeted them. We were standing and talking as my Nina was pinning money on my blouse. And here comes Mary telling my Ninos that they need to sit down because they're in the way!! We just looked at each other in utter disbelief, finished our conversation and they politely sat down.When we arrived, we asked Mary if it would be ok for the three kids in our party to use the driveway that was roped off to play in. She said "Well, you know there's rattlesnakes....but I'll leave it up to your discretion." The kids were playing and being kids they ran through our area one time. I stopped the kids and talked to them about being respectful to the other guests and not to run through there anymore. Well, another woman approaches me in a hostile aggressive manner and asks whose kids they are. I stand up and tell her that they are mine and that I've already talked to them. She responds with "YOU NEED TO CONTAIN THEM!". I told her that I would not be doing that because they are not animals and she says "YOU NEED TO CONTAIN THEM!" All of our guests are witnessing this and honestly none of us could believe what was going on. This woman was vicious and confrontational. We're staring at each other and my Compadre tells her, "you can walk away now." She says, "I AM NOT WALKING AWAY!" She finally turns around to walk away and several of us say "Wow!". She turns around and says, "SAY IT TO MY FACE!!!"We had been there about an hour, give or take and needless to say we were done. We gathered our belongings and left. One of our guests reached out to John at Public House 28 and asked if they could accommodate a group of 20 people and he said "Come on over!" We had the best time. No one was hovering over us watching our every move. We even ran into patrons and employees from Sombra Antigua who witnessed our horrible experience and apologized for the way we were treated. I won't offer any constructive criticism for this place because they should know better than to trea

We had wonderful service here. A previous reviewer mentioned that they were not following Covid recommendations but that was not the case today. Tables were far apart and everyone was wearing a mask. We came to drink one bottle but ended up buying 3 to take home. Thanks for a great experience. Your friends from Houston. And extra thanks for the misting fans.

I'm giving this vineyard the award for best hang out spot. They had their outdoor set up on point, with expected southwest decor and fire pits. Best part: the sunset, it was breathtaking! Watching the sun go down on a clear blue sky turning a range of colors that only the desert can paint. Then looking behind and seeing the Mountain Views. It was a clear reminder of why I love NM and west TX. I bought Theresa's blend off dry-red. They comp the tasting fee if one buys a bottle. Here, it's $5 for 5 tastes. $15 for 5 and you get to keep the glass. Or buy a bottle and the tastings and glass are complimentary. This is def the place to end the wine tasting day experience. They have live music and it's a great hang out spot post sunset.

I had been going to Sombra Antigua for years! First of all the prices on the wine have ridiculously increased. The owners are not friendly anymore. I witnessed the owner tell a mother she had to contain her 4 year old son who was absolutely not bothering anyone. I was extremely disappointed and will not be going back nor ever recommending this place again.

My family and I had visited this winery about a week ago and we liked live music and nice atmosphere. We tried to have a nice time again inviting this time more relatives and friends. Big mistake!! They spoiled a perfect family time. I was saying good bye to my family in El Paso, since I'm flying back home to Houston the next day. A very un friendly lady started arguing and complaining to my boys and also my friend's kids after just 1 min they step to this place. Boys were doing nothing, but standing out of their chairs. No running, no screaming, nothing else, but being out of their chairs. Apparently, I wasn't aware that standing is a fault being in a public place or restaurant or whatever. She repeated the same behavior for about three more times. I went to her and asked if she was the owner of the place? And she said yes. She introduced herself as Teresa. And I got in shock so badly! This is the first time in my life that owner of the place is there just to be rude with kids. She actually instructed their employees (who actually were very apologetic about their boss behavior) to be rude to us too. I started to think if this was racist or just something against kids in their business. I was so ashamed I had brought more people thinking this was a nice place and what a surprise!!!. Different from last week just for the fact that 'owner' was there almost spanking our kids. So rude, so unfriendly, so sad!! I feel sorry my last afternoon in the area with family got dark for this uncomfortable situation. I feel sorry for employees there, and also this business that could be wonderful, it turned horrible and hostil for family and friends. I don't think I'll never be back or recommend this place to anybody again

Terrible Experience at a Local WineryMy family and friends had a terrible experience at what was my favorite winery, Sombra Antigua. We arranged for a 50th birthday celebration for my best friend at a place where we had visited since they opened years ago. The twenty people in our group left the winery within the hour of arriving feeling belittled, degraded, and victims of discrimination. A co-owner and party hostess were unprofessional, aggressive, and discriminatory. We were shocked at how they patrolled and glared at our group. They exhibited an extreme lack of professionalism and what every person in our party felt was discriminatory. We were not loud or disruptive during the hour that we were there. The entire experience was demeaning and hostile. Our group was stunned and speechless at the co-owner's reaction. It was the most humiliating experience we have ever had at a winery/eatery. This is not the Sombra Antigua that first opened their doors.The winery demonstrated that despite their advertisement as a family owned and operated business, they are not family friendly, kid-friendly, or friendly to local patrons. Our group supports local businesses, but we will never return there. They have a serious management problem.