Breckenridge Food and Wine Festival, Breckenridge

Wine just tastes better when enjoyed against a backdrop of mountains and pine trees. At least that seems to be the case at Breckenridge Food and Wine Festival—but then again, it might be that the event just has a lot of good wine.

Set at the plaza of Main Street Station and the Village at Breckenridge, the festival gathers a sparkling array of hundreds of varietals in one place at the base of Peak Nine. Some tickle the palate with sweet flavors and tart tanginess; others fill the senses with bold aromas of oak, tobacco, and juicy fruits. All, however, have been matched with small à la carte dishes to enhance their character and keep bellies full as guests mingle among live music and mountainous scenery.