Vinos Xecue - enchanting & unforgettable…read more We were looking for a new vineyard to try along the Wine Route at Valle de Guadalupe and found Vino Xucue was highly rated and looked lovely with a fully 360 degree experience we were looking for: and we were not disappointed. Martin was our sommelier and he took incredible care of us, speaking English so that most of our group could follow along. We ordered small bites that were simply indulgent: each bite was hand crafted onsite and tasted phenomenal. We weren't rushed and took our time enjoying the 5-lable tasting. We wandered the grounds and soaked in the incredible scenery along the valley, the rolling hills filled with vineyards and punctuated with lavender to make the whole experience something out of a storybook. Martin took the time to help some in our party who had never before done a tasting, which was really helpful for me (not a novice but nowhere close to a pro). The wines were delicious, made all the more flavorful as learned the notes beforehand so our palates could get the cheat code. Even though there are so many wineries left to discover on The Wine Route in Ensenada, we would definitely return to Vino Xecue because the experience was simply unforgettable.

First thing when I came in I was surrounded by 10 untrained dogs. I was wearing a brand new…read moreexpensive dress, that the dogs chewed apart. Trying to get them off of me was not easy and nobody who worked there seemed to care. I got them off and walked away- and they bit my calf so hard that it bled. They were cute and I love dogs- but not great for a fancy place. The entire time they came over to the table and begged for food and jumped up on me. Location was gorgeous and wine was pretty good- tasting was expensive and they poured enough for one sip only. The food was great, but also expensive for such small portions. You'd think after the dogs making me bleed there'd be some generous pours or something- but nope! Some of the tastings were under a single ounce. Overall gorgeous location and great tasting wine and food- but won't be returning due to the outrageously small portions, expensive price, and dining experience with biting and begging dogs.

We enjoyed our tasting here. Our host was knowledgeable but not really personable. The tasting room…read moreis pretty. The grounds weren't open because we visited on a Wednesday. Price was fair but pours were small. Not sure we equated to one glass of wine.

*ENGLISH REVIEW: This was our last stop while in Valle, and…read moreoverall it was a great choice. We got a wine tasting of 3 wines, and all were delicious. My favorite was the Vino Rosado, which is a blend of Grenache, merlot, and Syrah. The scenery is fabulous, with everything being outside. They have a little store front as well, that has lots of cute hats and accessories. The grounds are pretty big, with multiple restrooms and spots to take some great pictures. They also host weddings and festivities , so you might want to check it out if you're in the market for that. Everything here was great, and I will definitely return in the future. *EN ESPAÑOL: Esta fue nuestra última parada en Valle y, en general, fue una gran elección. Compramos una degustación de 3 vinos, y todos estaban deliciosos. Mi favorito fue el Vino Rosado, que es una mezcla de Garnacha, Merlot y Syrah. El paisaje es fabuloso, con todo afuera. También tienen un pequeño frente de tienda, que tiene muchos sombreros y accesorios lindos. Los jardines son bastante grandes, con varios baños y lugares para tomar excelentes fotografías. También organizan bodas y festividades, por si estás buscando eso. Todo aquí fue genial, y definitivamente regresaré en el futuro.

We had a super tour here off a Royal Caribbean ship. Excellent visit. It began with a tour complete…read morewith movies in the various winery facilities - with tastes of wine. Our tour guide was full of interesting facts. The wine was excellent and we especially loved the reds. We also tasted the award winning olive oil - fantastic. Everyone was very kind and helpful. The ambiance is wonderful - it's a beautiful winery. We thought the tour was one of the best winery tours we've had off a cruise ship. I do think there probably need to be folding chairs in the dark rooms where the media plays for older passengers on the cruise ships. If you have trouble standing and take the tour I'm sure they could get you a chair if you mention you need one in advance.

I chose an excursion through my cruise line and Bodegas Santo Tomás was one of the stops. I really…read moreenjoyed it--the wines were tasty and the staff pouring the wine was informative without being pushy. I ended up buying a higher-end red wine along with a bottle of olive oil that had a nice, strong flavor. I was able to charge my purchase and also pay in pesos, which was convenient. They even mentioned that some of their wines can be found at Trader Joe's, which made me laugh--but honestly, it does make it easier to restock once I'm home. Overall, a fun and worthwhile stop on our excursion.

Our last visit was in 2021, but I still wanted to leave a review for this really cool, artsy spot…read morebecause the experience stuck with me all these years later. I ended up doing the tequila tasting since I absolutely suck at drinking wine, and honestly, it was such a fun experience. They paired the tequila with chocolate, spices, and different salts, which made the tasting feel unique, interactive, and way more memorable than I expected. The whole place had a creative, laid-back vibe that made it easy to relax and enjoy the experience. If you're looking for something different from the usual wine tasting scene, this spot is definitely worth checking out.

Visited Casa Frida and tequila tasted at 10:15 in the morning. We know how to have fun. This was a…read moregreat experience that paired 4 tequilas with flavored enhanced citrus that took each tequila to another level. Our server Angel was a wealth of knowledge and provided good pours along with bottled water accompanied with a glass with ice. We pretty much had the place to ourselves and the sofa area was indeed comfortable. We are not that knowledgeable when it comes to tequila but left with a better understanding of the spirit. The location is gorgeous and has a world class restaurant on the premises. Tequila tasting runs $32 per person and worth every penny. We had so much fun and will for sure return for another visit.

We found Don Tomás from our ATV guide Sergio from Off Road Tours and we really loved the property…read more The next time we came to the Valle we booked here and stayed in the cabin with the glass roof. It's a very romantic cabin, too bad the weather didn't help us as it was cloudy at night, but we enjoyed it regardless. We enjoyed the wines here as well as the food. The restaurant Surgencia is delicious. If you like pork the tamarind ribs are delicious, but honestly you won't go wrong with any of the dishes. Chef Eduardo is simply amazing and he takes care of the diners making sure everything is perfect for you. The staff are all that way as well, you can tell they care about the customers and take great pride in their work. We will be back!!!

Our tour company, Baja Wine & Dine, set up our wine tasting in the cava with a winery tour. Our…read morehostess was Elly and she was awesome. So sweet and her English was great too. We started in their cozy tasting room with a nice pour of Sauvignon Blanc. We then made our way through down to the beautiful cellar and private tasting room. This is a beautiful vineyard. We only had 2 hours here. I wish we had more time to enjoy walking around their grounds. We requested a Nebiolo and she was able to make it happen. I really like their grenache rosé and their Nebiolo blend.

We loved our tour here. We booked a tour off a cruise ship that went to two wineries and this was…read moreone of them. Loved the ride through the vineyards in the cart pulled by the tractor- and what a treat to enjoy wine in the beautiful vineyards. Our visit also included a barrel tasting - which was delicious. Our host could not have been more charming and the snacks we were offered - skewers of cheese and fruit and meat - perfectly complimented the wines.

I'm writing this review as the tour organizer to provide additional context regarding our recent…read moregroup visit. The setting is beautiful; however, our group experience was extremely disappointing. We waited over two hours for a three-course meal, and several dishes arrived lukewarm and dry. Service throughout the experience was poor, and when we spoke with the manager, no effort was made to address or fix the issues. This was especially frustrating given it was a prepaid group reservation and a birthday celebration. While concerns were not raised further on-site to avoid disrupting the group, the experience accurately reflects what occurred. We hope this feedback is taken seriously and leads to meaningful improvements. Edit to add: As the tour operator, we ultimately issued a refund to our clients after the venue declined to do so, in order to uphold the level of service our guests expect.

I loved the whole experience we had at this winery. The food was good, the wine was great and the…read moreband was awesome! All of the staff were super friendly and will definitely be coming back again when I'm in the area.

Off the beaten path, you will find this winery, which has a good wine called Pierda de Luna. The…read morewine is good, but it was not good enough for me to purchase. I also had a paella and I was not very happy with it probably because they didn't put any saffron in it and without saffron it's just chicken with seafood and rice. The location is actually really pretty with a nice atmosphere.

I've been coming here for years. Dog friendly wine tasting, cheap cheese plates, a delicious casual…read morerestaurant for lunch or dinner. Bring your ninos there are goats and chickens on the property!

Me and my wife always come here when we go to the valle. It's out most favorite pick, since it's…read moresuch a great vibe to be at and not overpriced and super fancy like most places are now

I really want to keep this winery a secret, but it wouldn't be fair to them not to share how…read morewonderful our experience was. We visited for a girls' weekend and truly enjoyed all the wine served at this location. Several of the girls bought multiple bottles to take home and are still raving about them. It's a quaint, small winery that hasn't been affected by a social media frenzy, likely because there aren't many "Instagram-worthy" spots. However, the friendly service and outstanding wine will definitely keep you coming back.

I had such high expectations for this little winery from all the stellar reviews. I have been to…read moreValle de Guadalupe a handful of times on winery tours through the years and expected another warm winery visit. Not what we got that day. Our group of 12 arrived and we waited a bit to be seated, which is fine. It is a small winery and they only have one large table. Gerardo was working that day. He seems nice but he didn't tell us much about the winery or the wines he was pouring. We had to ask him questions about their grapes and wine making process. The tasting room was very cute and comfortable. Their wines were ok. None of them really jumped out at me so I ended up not buying anything. Nobody else liked their wines and we were a bit disappointed with the impersonal service. We all were looking forward to the visit because of the good reviews but it just wasn't a good experience.

Love this place, we never get tired of it. Is always a must when coming to Valle, either first…read morething in the morning or last time slot to catch the sunset. It does get cold up here at night. Their menu changes a lot so I would suggest to be open minded when it comes to food and just try to try out multiple items, the food is always good. If you are a big fan of espresso martini's then this is definitely your spot. Service is always great and on top of making your experience great.

Amazing spot. Even has Tesla destination chargers. Once you…read morearrive, you leave your car parked by the reception, and then there's a shuttle that takes you to the restaurant. There's a 200 pesos charge for the shuttle plus 700 pesos minimum consumption per person. The views, the location and the vibes makes it totally worth it. The food menu is very limited, but decent portions and delicious food. Really loved it.