At 6,000 feet between dramatic sandstone bluffs and the Rio Embudo, Vivác Winery offers an extraordinary opportunity to own a celebrated destination in the heart of New Mexico’s Land of Enchantment. Located near the vibrant arts community of Dixon and surrounded by renowned outdoor recreation, the property enjoys easy access to whitewater rafting, paddleboarding, hiking, petroglyphs, local galleries, charming B&Bs, and acclaimed dining. Internationally recognized as a pioneer of world-class dry red wine production in New Mexico, Vivác Winery has earned prestigious awards including honors from the Berliner Wein Trophy in Germany and the Mondial des Vins Extrêmes in Italy, while its estate vineyard is certified by CERVIM for Heroic Viticulture as one of the world’s highest-altitude vinifera vineyards. Beyond its acclaimed wines, the tasting room serves as a beloved community gathering place featuring live music, special events, and breathtaking vineyard and mountain views. The 900-square-foot adobe building includes a wheelchair-accessible restroom, kitchen with commercial-grade dishwasher, office, showroom, impressive flagstone bar, custom wine displays, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, French doors, and expansive windows opening onto a walled patio shaded by a vine-covered portal. Set on 11 bonded acres, guests can stroll through the vineyards, relax in terraced gardens, picnic by the river, or enjoy fishing with a glass of wine in hand. Ideally positioned at the junction of Highways 68 and 75, just 25 minutes from Taos and one hour from Santa Fe, the property benefits from year-round tourist traffic between two of New Mexico’s most popular destinations and features one of the few electric vehicle charging stations in northern New Mexico. With the ability to sell New Mexico beers and spirits, proven success hosting weddings and special events, and abundant room for expansion—including a dedicated event venue, boutique B&B, or commercial kitchen—this thriving business offers exceptional income potential and a rare chance to own a landmark hospitality property in one of the Southwest’s most scenic and culturally rich regions.
This property represents a rare and significant investment opportunity, offering a large and versatile site with multiple structures and substantial redevelopment potential. Spanning 65.50 acres, the parcel includes five detached houses, a former hospital, and an old dental office, providing over 35,000 square feet of building space. These structures have been unoccupied for an extended period and require extensive repair or renovation, presenting investors with the ability to transform the property according to their vision. The layout and variety of the buildings make the site suitable for a wide range of uses, including residential, commercial, or mixed-use development. The five standalone houses are distributed across the grounds, offering potential rental or live-in spaces once rehabilitated. The larger hospital building and dental office occupy a central location and feature sizable floor plans, allowing for adaptation to offices, clinics, community space, or other functional uses. The grounds include two functioning wells and a septic system, essential infrastructure that supports both current and future development possibilities. There is also additional land that could be leveraged for construction, landscaping, parking, or other improvements depending on regulatory approvals. Due to the condition of the buildings, a hold harmless agreement is required before scheduling a viewing. The property is being offered as-is, reflecting its current state and the need for significant investment to bring it back into use. While the structures are aged and in need of attention, their size and diversity provide exceptional flexibility for creative redevelopment. Investors have the option to renovate existing buildings, adapt them for modern use, or selectively remove structures to create new construction opportunities. The sites combination of multiple residences, large commercial-scale buildings, and open land is extremely rare in the market. Its versatility, scale, and potential make it ideal for those looking to pursue a transformative project with numerous possibilities. Whether envisioned as a restored campus, a multi-unit residential development, or a mixed-use facility, this property offers a blank canvas with significant upside for the right buyer.
Embudo is located in New Mexico. Embudo, New Mexico has a population of 454. Embudo is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 18.61%.
The median household income in Embudo, New Mexico is $59,063. The median household income for the surrounding county is $46,994 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Embudo is 74.7 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 15.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 11.3 inches per year, with 8.9 inches of snow per year.
