Seventy miles south from the U.S. border, where Highway 1’s scenic route meets Highway 3 just north of Ensenada, you will find a pleasant surprise in the Valle de Guadelupe. The wineries of the Ruta del Vino (“Route of Wine”), which line 14 miles of Highway 3, provide a great introduction to Mexican wine.
Just two miles from the route’s beginning is La Casa Vieja winery (www.lacasaviejabaja.com), featuring wine tasting, a gift shop and art gallery. Halfway up the route, at KM 93, is Vina de Liceaga winery (www.vinosliceaga.com), which has won awards for its Merlot and Grappa. Nearby is El Correcaminos Restaurant, which serves Mexican food in an attractive setting. After lunch, drive north to L.A. Cetto (www.cettowines.com), one of the oldest and largest wineries in Mexico, known for its nebbiolo grape varietals. In contrast, and a few yards up the dirt road from L.A. Cillo, is La Casa de Doña Lupe (+52 (646) 155 2323). Doña Lupe features organic wines and foods as well as Kumeyaay Indian crafts.
At the end of the day, the Ruta del Vino’s location makes it easy for safe and sober drivers to travel south on Highway 3 back to Ensenada for dinner.
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