Wine Awards

The Little Nell is proud to have garnered several accolades for its exceptional wine program. The hotel has been named a James Beard Foundation Most Outstanding Wine Program Nominee several times over and a Wine Spectator Grand Award Winner since 1997, an honor bestowed upon restaurants with extensive wine lists, exceptional wine service, and a commitment to dining excellence.

JAMES BEARD FOUNDATION

Most Outstanding Wine Program Nominee
2022, 2000, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2014

WINE SPECTATOR

Grand Award Winner
Since 1997
We celebrated our 20th anniversary of receiving the Grand Award with a special dinner in August 2017, documented in this video.

WINE ENTHUSIAST

Hall of Fame
2020, 2019, 2018
America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants
2017, 2016, 2015, 2013, 2012, 2011

WORLD OF FINE WINE

World’s Best Wines List, 2014

Best Hotel Wine List, 2023

CONTACT

The Little Nell Wine Team

wine@thelittlenell.com

970-920-6331 970-920-6331

Please note that the hotel and all dining outlets, with the exception of Ajax Tavern, are closed for the season, reopening on May 21. Ajax Tavern will be closed for the season starting April 22.

Goodies Goodies Goodie

Fireworks lighting up the snow covered Aspen Mountain at night.

Events Calendar

Explore events happening at The Little Nell and around Aspen, from wine dinners and parties to on-mountain activities and community gatherings.

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Wine Cellar Experiences

A reputation as rich as its cellar - now is your chance to experience a unique part of The Little Nell wine program. Enjoy a private cellar tasting or dinner, catered to your every need and hosted by one of our sommeliers.

Wine Not?

Woman and child catching fish with fly fishing guide

Summer Adventures

Sunny skies and blooming wildflowers set the ideal atmosphere for a Summer Adventure in Aspen. Cast your line into any of the Valley's Gold Medal Waters on a fly fishing excursion, or elevate your perspective with an off-road tour to the top of Aspen Mountain.

Choose Your Adventure