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Maynard James Keenan, renowned musician and winemaker, has expanded his Arizona wine empire with the unveiling of Caduceus Cellars Hilltop Facility & VSC Ventura Room and Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery & Trattoria in Cottonwood. The hilltop facility boasts a state-of-the-art production unit, a vineyard with several grape varieties, and a private tasting room. Meanwhile, the Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery features a 6,600-square-foot osteria with panoramic Verde Valley views, a barrel room, an on-site greenhouse, and an outdoor patio. Guests can savor classics from the original menu, including handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas, all overlooking the adjacent 8,000-case production facility. Join us as we chat with two of the crew members as we discuss the new development and the history of the brands.