WINE COUNTRY Wine country lures visitors to sip COLORADO the deliciousness of perfect grapes, juicy peaches, sweet cherries and other colorful edibles amid stunning scenery. Find other wine country trip ideas on page 162. PHOTOGRAPHER: KEN REDDING The area, situated mainly around Grand Junction and Palisade, is a lush agricultural oasis. Warm days and cool nights create ideal growing conditions for sweet fruit. Spend a day visiting wineries, cideries, family farms, orchards and fruit stands to savor the flavors of this region, as well as Western Slope marvels including Colorado National Monument and the stunning Bookcliffs. 30 / COLORADO.COM