When Emprendedores del Valle de Guadalupe (EDVG) sends out an invite for a fam trip, you don’t hesitate—you grab your notebook, your camera, and an empty stomach. There’s something almost spiritual about roaming the valley with a glass in hand, meeting the people who give life to the vines, and tasting Baja’s heart one pour at a time.

In just a few hours, we covered six unforgettable spots, each one offering a different flavor, a different heartbeat of the valley: Rancho Santa Teresa, Vinos Don Tomás, Viñas del Sol (Santos Brujos), Wine Market, Vinos ATP y Familia, and Maglen Resort.

Rancho Santa Teresa

Our first stop, Rancho Santa Teresa, felt like stumbling upon a secret that the valley has been keeping to itself. The place breathes tranquility—vineyards framed by rugged hills, air perfumed with dry herbs and sun-warmed soil.

But something curious came up: they told us that since 2016, not a single “gringo” has visited. Not one American in almost ten years! So, dear readers, what do you think happened? Did Google Maps lose the coordinates, or have our wine-loving neighbors just been distracted by shinier stops?

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Because let me tell you, Rancho Santa Teresa is pure authenticity—no filters, no crowds, just honest wine and quiet beauty. And yes, I’ve enjoyed chatting with many of you, my American friends, over a chilled Sauvignon Blanc elsewhere in the valley, but this place deserves you too. Anyway, back to the story—next up was Vinos Don Tomás.

Vinos Don Tomás

Vinos Don Tomás is where tradition and innovation toast each other and never go home. The moment you walk in, you’re greeted by the smell of oak and ripe grapes—it’s like entering a hug that happens to pour wine.

Their reds shimmer in deep ruby tones, carrying hints of cherries, cacao, and spice that linger just long enough to make you want another sip. The Don Tomás team works with heart, not hype. Their goal isn’t to impress; it’s to express.

Viñas del Sol (Santos Brujos)

The name says it all—Santos Brujos, or “Holy Witches,” feels touched by something beyond winemaking. Certified organic and guided by intention, this is wine born from respect for nature.

The Chardonnay glows gold like Baja’s late afternoon light, smooth and quietly complex. Their reds, earthy and herbal, whisper of desert nights and slow campfires. If wine could meditate, this is where it would find its peace.

Wine Market

And then, the tempo changed. Wine Market, led by Edu Arciñaga, is what happens when Baja’s flavors decide to party. Imagine shelves bursting with regional wines, craft mezcales, premium cuts of meat, and that glorious little gadget that chills your bottle in seconds.

This is not a tasting room—it’s a gathering place. Locals, tourists, winemakers, and mezcal enthusiasts collide here in cheerful chaos. You come for the wine and stay for the conversations, the laughter, and maybe a bottle (or three) you didn’t plan to buy.

Vinos ATP y Familia

Few places capture the valley’s soul like Vinos ATP y Familia. Three generations, one dream. Alejandro Torres proudly shared how his 76-year-old father still prunes every vine by hand. Their labels draw from chess—Peón, Dama, Jaque Mate—each bottle a strategic move in flavor and legacy.

Three generations, one dream. At ATP, every bottle — from Peón to Jaque Mate — moves with heart, history, and a hint of rebellion.

Their Nebbiolo Pet-Nat bubbles with life, full of red fruit, baked apple, and a rebellious sparkle that perfectly sums up Baja’s spirit. It’s wine with calloused hands and a generous heart.

Maglen Resort

We closed our trip at Maglen Resort, the valley’s love letter to sustainability and design. The property spreads across boutique hotels, a craft brewery, a spa, and the remarkable restaurant Yumano, inspired by Baja’s indigenous roots.

Maglen is the valley’s elegant oasis — boutique hotels, a brewery, and Yumano restaurant, where heritage tastes like smoke and sunlight.

Dinner there feels timeless—smoke from the kitchen blending with the scent of earth and herbs, dishes that honor the land’s memory while flirting with modernity. Maglen doesn’t just offer comfort; it offers connection.

The Last Sip

What EDVG created wasn’t just a tour—it was a reminder that the Valle de Guadalupe isn’t only about wine. It’s about stories, families, and the passion of people who believe the best things are still made by hand.

From dusty ranches to sparkling Pet-Nats, every stop revealed a different side of Baja’s soul.

And now, dear readers, I want to hear from you. Which of these wineries would you like to read more about next—or is there another hidden gem you’d love us to visit?

Leave your choice in the comments, pour yourself a glass, and let’s keep exploring this valley—one sip and one story at a time.

Luisa Rosas-Hernández

Luisa Rosas-Hernández is a writer for the Gringo Gazette North, where she covers Baja’s wine scene, good eats, and public safety—with a healthy dose of wit and no bad news allowed. By day, she’s a health researcher recognized by Mexico’s National System of Researchers (SNI), and by night, she handles the Gazette’s finances and dabbles in social media—making sure the numbers add up and the posts pop. When she’s not chasing stories or crunching data, you’ll likely find her in the Valle enjoying a glass of red (or a crisp white with oysters)… for research purposes, of course.

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