A new wine bar is pouring into North Scottsdale, and it's bringing a patio with McDowell Mountains views along with it. Turquoise Wine Bar is expanding with a new location at 10405 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road, Suite 100, and the business is scheduled to open its doors next week, with a grand opening celebration planned for November 20.
A Former Café Space Gets a Wine-Country Makeover
The North Scottsdale suite sits in the former Café Au Plait space, according to a report from mattisinkogroup.com, which noted that Turquoise will combine a neighborhood wine bar, a tasting room, a bottle shop and a bistro under one roof. Plans call for a dog-friendly patio overlooking the McDowell Mountains, a feature that fits neatly with the indoor space and outdoor patio with mountain views described in the new location's own rollout, as reported by WhatNow. That same September report said owner and operator Ariel Sheely was targeting a late October or early November opening, a target earlier than the November 20, 2026, grand opening.
Sheely, who completed Level 2 wine education through the Wine and Spirit Education Trust, will operate the new North Scottsdale location. She described the venue as a place for people to relax, connect, celebrate, and make memories, per WhatNow's report. Turquoise Wine Bar co-founders Jen Sinconis and Laura Hernandez said the North Scottsdale location is a suitable next step for the chain, adding that Sheely shares their passion for a welcoming, community-focused experience.
What's on the Menu, and What's in the Bottle Shop
The food and drink lineup leans toward shareable fare built around the wine list. Turquoise Wine Bar will offer boutique wines, small plates, sandwiches and other dishes, along with flatbreads, paninis, salads and shareable bites, the station's report notes. The wine program itself draws from global regions, small producers and unique varietals, with tasting flights and a wine-dining experience rounding out the offerings.
For guests who want to take a bottle home, the location's bottle shop will discount takeaway bottles by up to 35%, per the same account. Those who want a deeper connection to the wine list can join Club Turquoise, the brand's monthly wine club, which includes hand-selected wines, special pricing, exclusive benefits and complimentary tastings. The venue also plans wine education experiences, themed tasting sessions, and special events meant to connect wine lovers with one another.
Part of a Fast-Growing Arizona Wine Bar Brand
Turquoise Wine Bar is based in Arizona and has built a reputation for making fine dining with wine more approachable. Sinconis and Hernandez opened the first Turquoise Wine Bar in Glendale in August 2022, a milestone noted in the mattisinkogroup.com report on the North Scottsdale buildout. The brand has since expanded with locations including a Glendale venue at 8160 W Union Hills Dr #B200 and a Roosevelt Row spot in Phoenix. The Glendale location is listed on OpenTable. The Roosevelt location offers about 40 global wines, small bites and charcuterie boards, along with a 600-bottle wine wall and a Champagne lounge for private events.
The growth hasn't stopped at the Valley's edges. A separate WhatNow report said the company had signed 11 franchise deals, with seven new venues expected to open across Arizona and Texas in the following months, and that the team hoped to develop around 10 locations per year while maintaining the brand's culture. Another franchise location in Surprise, planned for 14462 W. Elm Street, Suite 113 in Surprise City Center, was expected to combine curated wine programs, small plates, live entertainment and member experiences, with a menu built around salads, flatbreads, charcuterie boards, desserts and house-made Champagne cupcakes made with real Champagne.
