Let’s be honest. You were already thinking of heading to the Valle this weekend. Now you have a real reason—and it comes with mezcal, wine, paella, and music.
This Saturday, October 18, the eleventh edition of the Viñadas 2025 series rolls into Casa Entrevez, bringing with it a delightful lineup of local flavors under the banner: “Vino y Mezcal: Productos de Nuestra Tierra.”
The party runs from noon to 10 PM, offering a blend of sensory overload and elegant intoxication, all for a very digestible 300 pesos. That price includes a welcome wine glass and access to wine and mezcal tastings—because the Valle doesn’t do half-measures.
A Prelude with Prestige
Before the grape juice starts flowing, there’s a little pregame with purpose. On Friday afternoon, CEVIT at Cetys Universidad Ensenada hosts a series of events about mezcal, wine, and gastronomy. One highlight? A masterclass from Luis Fernando Otero, founder of Mexico’s national mezcal brand competition and head of the Mezcal and Maguey Academy. If you’re the kind of person who enjoys knowing your spirits by denomination of origin, this is your jam.
Wine, Meet Your Wild Cousin
While wine in the Valle is expected, mezcal is crashing the party—and it’s not shy. Unlike its polished sibling tequila, mezcal tastes like campfire, spice, and rebellion. It’s earthy, wild, and often described as “smoky,” but that’s like calling the ocean “wet.” It’s far more complex.
Participating mezcal houses include:
- Don Maclovio
- Inspiraty
- Aroma Ancestral
- Don Mosqueda
- Dueño de Nada (yes, that’s their name)
- El Rey de Matatlán
- 60 Fierros (we’re intrigued too)
Each offers a unique profile—from fruity whispers of cooked agave to leather-wrapped, volcanic finishes. This is mezcal for grown-ups.
Grapes with Personality
Of course, it wouldn’t be the Valle without its stars—the vinícolas. We’re talking:
- Bodega Pie Franco
- Maglén
- Andana
- Casa Luna
- Agua Hechicera
- Por Siempre Valle
- Vinos XOLO
- Vinícola de Becerra
- Castillo Ferrer
- ATP y Familia
- Viñas de Toranzo
Expect reds so bold they flirt with your tongue, whites as crisp as early Valle mornings, and rosés that taste like pink clouds at sunset.
One sip might remind you of blackberries and leather seats. Another might take you straight to a blooming lavender bush after a summer storm. This is wine with memory.
Eat. Sip. Repeat.
With all that alcohol, food is not optional—it’s celebrated. Chefs will serve everything from Argentinian grilled cuts to sushi rolls, gourmet paella, and more.
The foodie lineup includes:
- Wine Market
- Parrilla Argentina
- Che COCO
- Valle Golf
- Paellas Moreno-Goidbaum
- Sushi Doku Teriyaki
Thirsty for something frothy? Head to Cervecería Bellinghausen and Ruta 90.8, two local favorites pouring craft beer that pairs well with both octopus tacos and questionable dancing.
Viñadas: The Valley’s Love Letter
Marco Antonio Estudillo Bernal, head of Emprendedores del Valle de Guadalupe and director of Maglén, says these events are about more than drinks.
“We’re proud to showcase the effort, talent, and entrepreneurship of over 200 local businesses,” he shared. The Viñadas series aims to end the year with 14 events, surpassing the 10 from 2024. Talk about finishing strong.
So bring your partner, your friends, or just your thirst for good things. The Valle is ready.
📍Event Info Recap:
- When: Saturday, October 18 | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Where: Casa Entrevez, Valle de Guadalupe
- Tickets: $300 pesos (includes tastings + wine glass)
- More info: +52 646 292 8090 | www.edvg.mx/eventos
