Curator’s statement
Valle de Guadalupe had been on my list for years. It actually started with my bachelorette trip. We had planned to go but my maid of honor was pregnant so we had to pivot, and it has been on my mind ever since. When we finally made it happen I understood immediately why I had been so determined to get there. We went as two couples with a loose plan, a long list of wineries and an even longer list of restaurants. We did not come close to getting through everything. That is the thing about Valle. One trip is never enough.
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Things to do in Valle de Guadalupe
North Valle Wineries
Cavas del Mogor: One of our favorites and the first stop we would recommend to anyone visiting for the first time. The wines are excellent and the setting is exactly what you picture when you think of Baja wine country.
Bodegas Magoni: A great example of Mexican Nebbiolo. Pick up the olive oil while you are there. A personal favorite from the trip.
Anatolia: A more relaxed stop that does not require reservations. Great option to keep flexible in your schedule.
South Valle Wineries
Vinos Pijoan: Natural wines in a beautiful setting. No reservations needed for groups under five. One of the highlights of the whole trip.
DuoMa: The only winery in the valley dedicated entirely to sparkling wines made using the traditional method. Structured tasting lasting about an hour with flights of four, six or eight wines. Reservation required.
Vinos de Piedra and Concha de Piedra: We saved these for our last evening and they were one of the best stops of the entire trip. Beautiful sparkling wines at Vinos de Piedra and Concha de Piedra holds a Michelin star. Do not miss these.
Also worth visiting: Tahona for mezcal tasting on arrival day, Adobe Guadalupe, Decantos Vinicola, and Bloodlust Winebar for a late afternoon stop with no reservation needed. We came home with a list of wineries we still have not visited. One trip is a great start.
Places to eat & drink in Valle de Guadalupe
Fauna: One of the most creative dining experiences in the valley. Set in the vineyards with an ever-changing menu rooted in Baja ingredients. Book well in advance.
La Cocina de Doña Esthela: A Baja institution. Traditional Mexican cooking at its best. The kind of lunch that reminds you why Mexican food is one of the great cuisines of the world.
Casa Frida—Latidos: Beautiful spot for late afternoon drinks that transitions naturally into dinner. A great way to end a day in the valley.
Latitud 32 at El Cielo: Right on the property. Perfect for an evening when you want to stay close and enjoy the valley wines without thinking about logistics.
Taqueria La Principal: Casual, no frills and exactly right between winery visits. Do not skip it in favor of something fancier.
Need to know
Book a dedicated driver for the full trip. Non-negotiable.
Stay inside the valley. It makes everything better.
Make dinner reservations before you arrive, especially for Michelin-starred or mentioned restaurants.
Keep flexibility in your winery schedule. Some of the best stops happen when you are not on a strict plan.
The coastal drive from Tijuana is worth taking over the highway.
Plan for a return trip before you even leave.
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