ShoreTrips says...

This tour dispels the belief that there is nothing to do in Ensenada!

As you drive outside of Ensenada, the landscape and the vegetation begin to change, particularly as you head in the direction of the Guadalupe Valley. This is the quintessential wine region in Mexico, and the clear blue skies, surrounding mountains, and a beautiful valley are contributing factors. You will soon see an area full of vineyards where the healthy vines thrive on sea breeze and sunshine.

Irrigation is the lifeblood of the vines here, a basic principle of desert agriculture. Just about all of the world’s warm-climate grape varieties are grown here, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Zinfandel, Nebbiolo, Syrah, Tempranillo, Malbec, Carignan, and Grenache, among red grapes. The wines tend to be full-bodied and high in alcohol, with lusty black fruit flavors and an occasional blast of heat and/or saltiness derived from saline-rich water used for irrigation. Among white wines, look to early harvested, oak-free Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, and Viognier as best bets.

This is the perfect place to discover these Mexican wines and their value, as you walk among the vineyards. In the last two decades, the quality of wine here has risen to receive world recognition.

Your tour includes a visit to two outstanding producers in the area. Our goal is to take you to two contrasting wineries--one traditional and one modern--so you can really evaluate the different complexities.