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Thanksgiving Day | Thanksgiving Wine Pairing

Give Thanks this Holiday Season

We thank you for your patronage and support! We love to serve our guests and it is our passion to share with you the best quality wine and food you have come to expect from the Lescombes Family.

Thanksgiving Holiday Closure

We have decided to close our locations on Thanksgiving Day. This will allow our hard-working employees to enjoy the day with their families.

Now more than ever, our employees have continually shown up, worked hard, and dedicated themselves to the passion and excellence we strive for. Every day, the experience we are so proud to offer our guests is because of our employees.

We are grateful to each of our employees for the work they do. We are also grateful to all of our guests and wine club members for your support, understanding, and continued patronage.

3 Suggestions for Thanksgiving Wine Pairing

We hope that Thanksgiving will be happy, healthy, and memorable for each of you and your families. To help make Thanksgiving the best it can be, we are offering our suggestions for three wines for a Thanksgiving wine pairing experience we think you’ll love!

A lot of different variables go into what makes a perfect Thanksgiving wine pairing. For our picks, we chose three very different wines. Each one has strengths depending on what you’ll be serving. Also, keep in mind that personal preference also plays a role. When in doubt, drink what you like. But, also don’t be afraid to try something new.

1. D.H. Lescombes Heritage Series Chardonnay

This special wine is a result of many years of perfecting our farming, winemaking techniques, and oak implementation. We use our own highly aromatic Chardonnay grapes from New Mexico’s largest family-owned vineyard.

The flavor profile leans to a lightly creamy texture with notes of bread, almonds, soft minerals, and oak. Because of the processes used to craft this wine, it is highly palatable and perfect with Thanksgiving holiday foods. Secondly, due to its palatable and food-friendly nature, it makes a good all-around pair.

2. D.H. Lescombes Limited Release Renaissance

Our Heritage Renaissance is continually one of our guest and employee favorites. Because this wine strikes a nice balance between velvety fruit and spiced tannins, it is a nice choice for Thanksgiving meals. Secondly, if your holiday meal consists of ham, this red wine creates a pair that can’t be beaten. Since it is a remarkably food-friendly wine, it’ll also play nicely with the rest of your holiday menu plans.

3. D.H. Lescombes Heritage Bellissimo

Talk about a perfect celebration wine! Our Bellissimo makes a perfect pair not only because it’s sweet and bubbly. In addition, Bellissimo is ideal because if you celebrate a New Mexico-style Thanksgiving, it makes a perfect accompaniment. What’s a “New Mexico-style Thanksgiving,” you ask? For starters, try red chile on your mashed potatoes. Or secondly, take it all the way and have tamales and enchiladas!

Whether you are serving a “traditional” Thanksgiving dinner, or introducing a more regional tradition, Bellissimo will fit in very nicely.

In Conclusion

When it comes to wine pairing, it’s an art and a science. There are general guidelines for enjoying the best pairings. But, when it comes down to personal preferences, drink what you like. You can browse our online wine store to see what might fit your taste. No matter what wine and food you choose, we send our wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving!

Veterans Eat Free

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all United States military veterans and active-duty service members. Your unwavering commitment to defending our freedom and serving our nation is deeply appreciated. Thank you for your sacrifice, dedication, and bravery. We honor and salute you!

Locations across New Mexico

At D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro, we are continuing our Veterans Day tradition of Veterans Eat Free! The Lescombes family will proudly honor all U.S. veterans and active-duty military at our D.H. Lescombes locations in Alamogordo, Albuquerque, and Las Cruces, and our Hervé Wine Bar location in Santa Fe on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024.

Each location will be offering a complimentary meal as a small token of gratitude to the brave men and women who’ve served our country.


Veterans Day Menu Selection

Our special Veterans Day menu at our D.H. Lescombes locations includes a selection of some of our most popular items.

Veterans at our locations in Albuquerque Cottonwood, Albuquerque Old Town, Las Cruces, and Alamogordo may choose one complimentary entrée below.

Pasta Marinara w/ Meatballs
Soup & Salad
Lunch Southwest Meatloaf
Lunch Pasta New Mexico
Lunch Schnitzel
Lunch Caesar Salad
Mongolian Chicken
Lunch Chile Colorado
Lunch Isabelle’s Salad


At our Santa Fe location, Herve Wine Bar, we’ll also be hosting Veterans with a special menu.

Veterans in Santa Fe may choose one complimentary entrée below.

Soup & Salad
Pasta New Mexico
Southwest Meatloaf
Mongolian Chicken
Chile Colorado

To claim a complimentary “Veterans Eat Free” meal at D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro veterans and currently enlisted service members simply need to show proof of military service. This can include a U.S. Uniformed Services ID Card, U.S. Uniformed Services Retired ID Card, current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD214), veteran organizations card, or proudly wearing their uniform.

Due to limited space, reservations are recommended.

Make reservations now by calling your nearest location:

Albuquerque Old Town – 505.317.3998

Albuquerque Cottonwood – 505.548.8206

Alamogordo – 575.616.5595

Las Cruces – 575.524.2408

Santa Fe – 505.795.7075

We raise a glass to the brave men and women of our armed forces, past and present.

Heritage Wine Dinner – November 2024 | Bordeaux-Inspired

Bordeaux-Inspired Six Delectable Courses with Perfectly Paired Wines
Limited Availability

We invite you to join us for our Heritage Wine Dinner. Showcasing a Lescombes family collaboration between Executive Chef Jaime Contreras and our Winemaking Team, this experience will highlight a symphony of perfectly paired flavors.

Menu & Wine Pairings | Bordeaux-Inspired

bordeaux inspired wine dinner at D.H. Lescombes and Herve Wine Bar locations, November 2024
First Course

gougere with herbed goat cheese, fried capers, lemon zest, and caviar. Paired with Heritage Brut

Second Course:

potage aux legume, crispy parsnips, and fresh cracked pepper, with a grilled baguette with Gruyère. Paired with Heritage Pinot Noir

Third Course

saumon en bellevue with tarragon and mustard mayo. Paired with Heritage Sauvignon Blanc

Fourth Course

duck confit with green beans, potato au gratin, and bordelaise sauce made with heritage cabernet sauvignon. Paired with 2005 Merlot from a double-magnum (3L) bottle

Fifth Course

French Brandy

Sixth Course

cheeses from Bordeaux France: P’tit Basque, Ossau Iraty, and Délice des deux sevres. Paired with our Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon

Seventh Course

featured dessert from Le Rendez-vous Café

The Wine Dinner Experience

Immerse yourself in the symphony of flavors carefully orchestrated by Executive Chef Jaime Contreras and our Winemakers. This special event is sure to be an exploration of taste, a celebration of craftsmanship, and a memory in the making.

Don’t miss your chance to savor this extraordinary evening. Reserve your seat now for our Bordeaux-Inspired Heritage Wine Dinner and join us in raising a glass to culinary excellence and the art of wine pairing. Limited seats available – book yours today!

Schedule

Santa Fe – November 4th, 6:30 pm – BUY SANTA FE TICKETS
Albuquerque Old Town – November 5th, 6:30 pm – BUY ABQ OLD TOWN TICKETS
Alamogordo – November 6th, 6:30 pm – BUY ALAMOGORDO TICKETS
Las Cruces – November 7th, 6:30 pm – BUY LAS CRUCES TICKETS
Albuquerque Cottonwood – November 14th, 6:30 pm – BUY ABQ COTTONWOOD TICKETS

$100/person | $90/club members
RESERVE SEATS

*subject to change based on availability

Heritage Wine Dinner – August 2024 | Argentine-Inspired

Argentine-Inspired Six Delectable Courses with Perfectly Paired Wines
Limited Availability

We invite you to join us for our Heritage Wine Dinner. Showcasing a Lescombes family collaboration between Executive Chef Jaime Contreras, our Winemakers, and Chef Jordan from Cafecito Santa Fe, this experience will highlight a symphony of perfectly paired flavors.

Menu & Wine Pairings | Argentine-Inspired

1st Course

Full Circle Mushroom, Cafecito Empanada with House-Made Chimichurri | paired with Heritage Pinot Noir

2nd Course

Panzanella Salad of Mixed Greens, Heirloom Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onion, Tucumcari Mountain Feta Cheese, Sourdough Bread, and Tomato Vinaigrette | paired with Heritage Brut Rosé

3rd Course

Argentine Beef Picanha marinated in Red Wine and Lescombes Seasoning, served with Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Grilled Zucchini, Yellow Squash, and Chimichurri | paired with a specially selected Lescombes-crafted wine

4th Course

D.H. Lescombes Limited Release Malbec Entremet

5th Course

Assortment of Imported Cheeses, Cafecito Quince Jam, and Seeded Cracker | paired with a specially selected Lescombes-crafted wine

6th Course

Chef Jordan’s Roasted Banana Pudding, Banana Sunflower Crumble, Dulce De Leche, and House-Made Vanilla Wafers | paired with Heritage Ratafia

The Wine Dinner Experience

Immerse yourself in the symphony of flavors carefully orchestrated by Executive Chef Jaime Contreras, Cafecito Chef Jordan, and our Winemakers. This special event is sure to be an exploration of taste, a celebration of craftsmanship, and a memory in the making.

Don’t miss your chance to savor this extraordinary evening. Reserve your seat now for our Argentine-Inspired Heritage Wine Dinner and join us in raising a glass to culinary excellence and the art of wine pairing. Limited seats available – book yours today!

Schedule

Santa Fe – August 12th, 6:30 pm – BUY SANTA FE TICKETS
Albuquerque – August 13th, 6:30 pm – BUY ALBUQUERQUE TICKETS
Alamogordo – August 14th, 6:30 pm – BUY ALAMOGORDO TICKETS
Las Cruces – August 15th, 6:30 pm – BUY LAS CRUCES TICKETS

$100/person | $90/club members
RESERVE SEATS

*subject to change based on availability

Dine To Donate | Alamogordo

Benefit for Noisy Water Winery’s employees displaced by the fires in Lincoln and Otero Counties.

Join us in Alamogordo to help our friends in need during this difficult time.

100% of every purchase made will be donated directly to help the 60+ employees of Noisy Water Winery displaced by the fires in Lincoln and Otero Counties.

Time To Help

Our neighbors could use our help. Thousands in the Ruidoso, Alto, Ruidoso Downs, and Mescalero areas have had to flee, many with nowhere else to go.

There is an overwhelming uncertainty about when they will be able to return, or what they will return to.

We are thankful to those who have been able to provide an empty room, home, apartment, or safe place to sleep. We are proudly seeing friends, neighbors, family members, and total strangers gathering up anything they can to help. Sending money, food, water, and supplies to those who need it the most right now.

We struggled to figure out how best we could help. What could we do? Where is our help most needed?

We decided to open our doors at our nearby Alamogordo location for a busy Saturday, and gather every last cent collected that day and donate it. Open our doors up to bring people together for a good cause.

Every payment. All day. 100%.

While we realistically cannot raise enough money to help the thousands of people displaced by this tragic event, we thought we could help our fellow industry members who are struggling. Help those individuals who strive to do what they love every day, just like we do.

Over 60 employees of our fellow winemakers in Ruidoso have been displaced by the South Fork and Salt Fires. At least 20 have already lost their homes.

We know there are so many people that want to help but might not know how just yet. Or those who have been helping, but would like to do more. We invite you to gather with us.

Saturday, June 22nd | Open from 11am – 10pm

261 Panorama Blvd, Alamogordo, NM 88310 - Phone: 575-616-5595

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We are also gathering monetary donations now through Saturday, June 22nd. So if you can’t make it to Alamogordo, get with us at one of our locations.

Sending continuing love and prayers to the Noisy Water Winery family, Jasper Riddle and family, The Village of Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs, Alto, and the Mescalero Apache Reservation.

#community #family #passion

Cinco de Mayo Special

Hey there, spice seekers and fiesta enthusiasts! Are you ready to turn up the heat this Cinco de Mayo?

We’ve got something special brewing at D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro that’ll make your taste buds dance!

Picture this: tender, succulent Chile Colorado served with fluffy rice and warm flour tortillas. Now, imagine enjoying this culinary masterpiece while sipping on a refreshing Margarita made with local New Mexico spirits. Are you drooling yet? Because we certainly are!

For one day only, on Sunday, May 5th, we’re bringing the flavors of Cinco de Mayo to life at our Bistro locations in Albuquerque, Alamogordo, Las Cruces, and our Hervé Wine Bar in Santa Fe. Join us in celebrating this vibrant Mexican tradition with our mouthwatering Chile Colorado special for just $15!

But wait, there’s more! Elevate your experience by adding on an irresistible Margarita for only $5. Made with the finest local spirits, it accompanies your flavorful feast perfectly.

At D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro, we’re all about creating unforgettable culinary experiences. Whether you’re gathering with friends, treating your family, or simply indulging in celebration, this special meal is guaranteed to add a kick to your festivities.

So mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and join us on May 5th for a fiesta like no other. Let’s raise our glasses and toast to good food, great company, and the vibrant spirit of Cinco de Mayo at D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro!

Don’t miss out on the fun – make your reservation today and get ready to spice up your Cinco de Mayo in style. ¡Salud! 🌶️🍹🎉

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Deming Tasting Room

Stay tuned for information about our special event at our Tasting Room in Deming to join in the festivities, centered around a performance by the local Groupo Infinito, plus ballet folklorico by Sophia’s Dance Studio.

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK 2024

It’s been said that teaching is the single most important profession, and we are inclined to agree. Teacher Appreciation Week will be celebrated at Lescombes Family Vineyards locations, from May 6-10. We will be honoring teachers from New Mexico that dine with us during this week with a $10 thank you card valid on their next visit with us. Educators can take advantage of this during the promotional period at our Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Alamogordo, Santa Fe, and Deming locations.

“It’s our annual tradition to take some time and let our community teachers know that we appreciate them and everything they do,” noted Director, Wayne Moore.

It’s not an easy job—with long hours, always changing standards and stressful evaluations. However educators all over the nation overcome these challenges and continue to make a difference in our young people’s lives.

“I remember arriving in New Mexico at eleven years old,” recollects Proprietor, Florent Lescombes. “I didn’t know a single bit of English—and there I was, enrolled in Mrs. Saunder’s fifth-grade class at Alameda Elementary. It was such a supportive environment, within months I was well on my way.”

The Lescombes family and team urge the community to take the time to thank teachers everywhere, whether during Teacher Appreciation Week or simply in daily life in your community.

Mother’s Day Special

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate Mom than with a special meal at our locations in Alamogordo, Albuquerque, Las Cruces, and Santa Fe? We’re excited to introduce two mouthwatering Mother’s Day specials that are sure to delight her taste buds: Baked Penne Rustica and Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass. Plus, add a glass of any of our 631 Signature wines to one of these specials for only $7

Our Baked Penne Rustica is a comforting classic, featuring penne pasta, sautéed shrimp, chicken, and bacon tossed with a rich cream sauce, topped with parmesan and panko, then baked to perfection. It’s a hearty and satisfying dish that Mom is sure to love.

For seafood lovers, our Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass is an exquisite choice. Sourced from the pristine coastal waters of Chile, our sea bass is expertly seared to lock in its delicate flavor, graced with Semillon beurre blanc and crispy capers, and served with a medley of seasonal vegetables and creamy risotto. It’s a light and elegant option that will make Mom feel truly pampered.

Treat Mom to a memorable dining experience this Mother’s Day by joining us at one of our locations. Our friendly staff and inviting atmosphere provide the perfect setting for celebrating the special women in our lives.

Make your reservation today (by phone or in person) to ensure seating is available for this special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you and your family as we honor and celebrate Mom’s special day.

Entrées on Special for Mother’s Day

Baked Penne Rustica

sauteed shrimp + chicken breast + bacon + cream sauce + parmesan + penne + panko crust | 23

add a glass of any 631 Signature wine | 7

Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass

pan-seared chilean sea bass + creamy risotto + vegetable medley + semillon beurre blanc + crispy capers + grilled lemon | 37

add a glass of any 631 Signature wine | 7

Call to Reserve:

Albuquerque – 505-317-3998

Alamogordo – 575-616-5595

Las Cruces – 575-524-2408

Santa Fe – 505.416.8153

Mimosa Sunday at D.H. Lescombes in Alamogordo


Welcome to Mimosa Sundays!

Indulge in a personalized mimosa experience every Sunday at D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro in the heart of Alamogordo.

Sundays are for relaxation, laughter, and mimosas! At D.H. Lescombes Winery & Bistro in Alamogordo, we elevate your Sunday with a creative twist—your own custom Mimosa creation. Join us in the comfortable elegance of our Alamogordo Bistro location and relax and unwind in style.

Create Your Dream Mimosa

Our Mimosa Sunday is a canvas for your palate. Begin with our selection of local, family-crafted sparkling wines to find the bubbles that speak to you. Then, mix and match with our assortment of fresh, vibrant juices. Finally, crown your creation by selecting your preference of fresh fruit, crafting a drink that’s as unique as you are.

Choose Your Sparkle:

  • Brut
  • Brut Rosé
  • Imperial Kir
  • Bellissimo

Splash in a Juice:

  • Orange
  • Cranberry
  • Juice-of-the-Moment

Garnish with Freshness:

  • Orange
  • Pineapple
  • Strawberry

More Than Mimosas

While you sip your custom-crafted Mimosa, pair it with our delectable menu items. From savory appetizers and fresh salads to our hearty entrées and decadent desserts, our menu is available all day.

Enjoy a Mimosa and more:

Mimosa Sunday Details:

See you on Mimosa Sunday!

Experience a Sunday like never before—where the Mimosas are as diverse as our guests, and every glass is a toast to joy. Cheers to Mimosa Sundays!

Easter Sunday Special | March 31st, 2024

Experience Easter indulgence like never before with our exclusive Easter Sunday Special! Immerse yourself in the luxury of our succulent Herb-Crusted Rack of Lamb, available in both half and full-rack options. Each tender cut is meticulously prepared and paired with a luxurious red wine demi-glace, elevating every bite to new heights of flavor.

Complementing this culinary delight are perfectly roasted baby potatoes and Dijon mustard glazed heirloom carrots, adding depth and texture to your dining experience. Enhance the occasion with an included glass from our esteemed 631 Signature Series wine selection, to accompany your meal.

Join us at any of our esteemed locations in Albuquerque, Alamogordo, Las Cruces, and Santa Fe, and indulge in the half rack for $45 or opt for the full rack for just $55. Reserve your table today for our Easter Sunday Special and elevate your celebration with unparalleled cuisine and ambiance.