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    Valley Girl Wine Tours

    4.5 (13 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Maria S.

    Apologetically, this review is about month overdue... here it goes: After researching very carefully, and reading TripAdvisor reviews, I chose Valley Girl Tours for a private wine tour with my boyfriend. From the very beginning, my communication with Ava was clear and seamless. She asked questions that familiarized her with what my boyfriend and I were trying to achieve out of our wine tour experience. Based on our answers, she provided various options that would suit any budget. We ended up going with the option that aside from private transportation, 3 wineries, and a cheese shop stop, included a tasting menu lunch. As it turned out, Ava had another tour scheduled for the day we selected, but she passed us on to Boris. She assured we'd be in great hands and with that said, our tour was planned. On the day of our tour, Boris was on time (actually early like we were) and waiting for my boyfriend and I outside our Airbnb. He greeted us with a welcoming smile and we immediately felt comfortable and knew we had made the right decision. On each stop on the tour, you could tell the winery owners and employees loved Boris and had a fantastic relationship established with him. In turn, as members of his tour, we were able to experience each location as locals and join in on the inner circle while learning things we wouldn't have otherwise. And as everyone knows, exploring new places with locals is always better. As the tour went on, and we purchased a bottle from each stop, along with some delicious artisan cheese, bread, and honey (upon Boris' recommendation), we got to know Boris better. He educated us in the history of the wine in the area, had fun facts about the wine, cracked jokes, and was so easy to talk to. On our final stop, Boris definitely saved the best for last. We experienced the most exquisite food by Chef Saul Flores surrounded by gorgeous architecture and a breathtaking vineyard. This part was my absolute favorite, and after a four course meal, Boris encouraged us to take a picture to commemorate the day. As a bonus, Ava was actually eating with her own tour guests at this time and we were able to meet her! Our tour had now come to and end, and Boris took us home. BUT WAIT! THERE'S MORE! Boris gave us his number and mentioned that if we weren't busy and wanted to try some really awesome tacos, he'd be more than happy to meet us later in the evening. This is the part where most Americans would probably think that it was an empty offer, or "bar talk" that you'd agree on and not follow through. Not the case. Boris was 100% genuine and we ended up meeting him out for some of the best tacos of our trip as well as beers afterwards. I can't say enough good things about both Boris and Ava. They are professional individuals that maintain a personal touch to their business. If you are looking for a wine tour that is personalized, educational, with a local's perspective, and fun, you've found the right one. Thank you so much for the memories!

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    Down to earth, wonderful, live music, and of course the wine, drinks and Pizza awesome and the owners

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    Review Highlights - Valley Girl Wine Tours

    “As it turned out, Ava had another tour scheduled for the day we selected, but she passed us on to Boris.”

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    El Cielo - Great wines!!!

    El Cielo

    3.7(211 reviews)
    0.5 km
    •$$$

    El Cielo was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Valle de Guadalupe. The property is…read moreabsolutely breathtaking! The wines were fantastic, but what really made the experience stand out was the service. Everyone we interacted with was warm, welcoming, and genuinely excited to share their wines and story with us. Our sommelier was especially wonderful and made the tasting feel personal and relaxed rather than rushed or scripted. One of our favorite parts of the visit was the chocolate and wine pairing that my husband and I did together. Every pairing was thoughtfully put together, and it was so much fun discovering how the flavors changed and complemented each other with every sip and bite. The best surprise of the day? Finding out our sommelier was from the 805! As fellow Central Coast locals, it made the experience feel even more special and gave us an instant connection that we definitely weren't expecting to find in the middle of wine country in Baja.

    The main issues seem to be: Seating: we made a reservation,…read morebut were placed outside during an exceptionally hot weekend despite requesting indoor seating or an outdoor table under a ceiling fan. Those areas reportedly remained empty. Conflicting information: One server said we could order à la carte, while another later said only the buffet was available. The captain ultimately denied the request. Poor beverage quality: The Americano coffees appeared to be regular drip coffee, and the orange juice seemed watered down. Slow and inattentive service: Sugar and milk took a long time to arrive, and afterward the servers did not check on our table until we requested the bill. Given the lack of service and the misleading or inconsistent information, we felt the experience did not warrant a tip. The problem wasn't just one minor issue--it was a pattern of poor hospitality, inflexibility, and contradictory communication.

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    El Cielo - El cielo store

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    El Cielo - Exterior -- Two of the casas

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    Exterior -- Two of the casas

    Vena Cava Vinícola - The tasting room (rosé)

    Vena Cava Vinícola

    4.3(76 reviews)
    2.0 km
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    Vena Cava was our third tasting of the trip and easily the most laid-back of the three. After the…read morepolish of Monte Xanic and the artsy moodiness of Bruma, Vena Cava was a totally different speed. Still five stars. Okay, the setting. The roof is literally made of old fishing boats flipped upside down over the cellar. The owner is a retired ship captain, so once you walk inside it all clicks. It's funky and a little weird, and I loved it. Our host was a gem. Knowledgeable, attentive, generous, and so into what he was pouring that he kept slipping us extras to try beyond our tasting. We tried some of their natural wines, and I LOVED them. The orange wine, especially. They reminded me of a good sour beer, kind of funky and tart, and I was very into it. Heads up, though: the rest of my group of four hated them. Natural wines are a love them or leave them situation. After our tasting, we hung out on the grounds and grabbed food from the Troika food truck out front, and honestly, we could have stayed all afternoon. The whole place is so unhurried, and after two more buttoned-up tastings, it was exactly what I needed. Different from the others, not better or worse. I really enjoyed the wine and the whole hangout, and I'll absolutely be back on our next trip.

    AMAZING FUN UNIQUE WINES. Can't wait to be back one day. The person who guided us through the wines…read morewas very well knowledgeable and fun to talk to.

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    Vena Cava Vinícola - Natural and Traditional Cabernet Sauvignon

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    Hummus, Tostada, Fresh Bread

    Casa Frida - Mezcal shots

    Casa Frida

    3.4(259 reviews)
    6.2 km
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    Our stay at Casa Frida in Valle de Guadalupe was a mixed experience. The biggest downside is the…read morelocation. It is very remote with very little nearby. You have to drive at least 5 miles just to find other restaurants or attractions, and it's about 14 miles to Ensenada if you want more options. The hotel only has one restaurant currently open, and while it was convenient, the food was overpriced for what it offered. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay, which we appreciated. Unfortunately, the property itself felt a bit neglected. There were several maintenance issues, including a broken toilet paper holder and a broken shampoo/conditioner dispenser that wasn't replaced until the following day. The paint in the room didn't match in several areas, and overall it could use some upkeep. The pillows were very uncomfortable, and the property was extremely dusty, making it difficult to enjoy being outside, so we ended up staying indoors most of the time. We also booked a room advertised with a "valley view," but our view was mostly trees and a ditch, which was disappointing and not what we expected. On the positive side, the room itself was modern, clean, and nicely designed inside. With a few minor repairs and better maintenance, it could be an excellent place to stay. The hotel was also very quiet, which made for a peaceful atmosphere, although the room had great AC. Overall, I would rate Casa Frida 3 out of 5 stars. It has potential thanks to its friendly staff

    We went in a Friday night with our daughter and it wasn't busy at all, they let us choose where to…read moresit. Our waiter was great, he gave a lot of great recommendations as far as beer and how to eat the oysters. My husband enjoyed his oysters with the sauces and his octopus tacos. My daughter just got the pizza which she enjoyed (loved that is was sourdough) and I just got some basic tacos wasn't too hungry. I also got the granizado con fresa! It was delicious ! After we ate we walked around for a bit and bought some beer at the store. It's a really nice place for pictures.

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