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Ensenada · Guadalupe Valley

Vena Cava

Vena Cava is probably the most photographed winery in Valle de Guadalupe — the main hall is built with old upturned boat hulls as the roof, supported by recycled wood framing. Phil and Eileen Gregory's project started in 2007 with a relaxed wine-porn philosophy and straightforward production. The range is accessible, the wines clean. The eco-lodge on the vineyard (La Villa del Valle) is one of the most popular accommodation options in the valley.

Guided visit
Wine tasting
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Accommodation

MXN $400–1500More info →

Ensenada · Guadalupe Valley

Casa Magoni

Casa Magoni is the personal project of Camillo Magoni, the Italian winemaker who spent 50 years making wine for L. A. Cetto and essentially shaped modern Valle de Guadalupe wine. Here he works with Mediterranean varietals adapted to the valley — fiano, vermentino, nebbiolo, montepulciano — along with the classic Californian grapes. The winery is modest, no pretense; the terrace restaurant overlooking the vineyard is one of the great lunches in the valley.

Guided visit
Wine tasting
Restaurant
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MXN $500–2500More info →

Ensenada · Guadalupe Valley

Monte Xanic

Monte Xanic was one of the wineries that kicked off the modern Mexican wine boom. Founded in 1987 by five partners (with Hugo D'Acosta as the original winemaker), it sits at the heart of Valle de Guadalupe. Produces varietals — Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc — and premium blends like Gran Ricardo. Has won international awards consistently for decades and is the must-visit reference for anyone wanting to understand what Mexican wine is today. Visits include a vineyard walk, a four-wine tasting, and an option to add a paired lunch with valley views. If you're in the Valle for the first time, this is the winery to start with — it gives you the context everything else builds on.

Guided visit
Wine tasting
Restaurant
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MXN $450–1500More info →

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Other wineries to visit

Vena Cava

Casa Magoni

Monte Xanic