Guadalupe Valley: Xecue Wine Tasting & Local Lunch Views

Summary

Xecue’s family wines, valley views, and grilled Baja flavors

You’ll taste five handcrafted Xecue wines while gazing out over Valle de Guadalupe’s vines, meet Alberta or José Luis as they share stories behind each bottle, and sit down to grilled beef ribs with Baja cheeses and fresh bread. Expect warmth, laughter, and maybe a new favorite wine—or two.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed at Xecue wasn’t the wine—it was the way the afternoon light slid across their vineyards in Valle de Guadalupe. You could hear a few birds somewhere near the olive trees and smell grilled meat drifting over from the kitchen. Alberta met us at the door, smiling like she’d been waiting for old friends. She handed me a glass of white (crisp, almost salty) and told us how she and José Luis started out making wine just to share at home—never thought it would turn into this.

Our local guide laughed with José Luis about last year’s harvest (“too much rain, not enough patience,” he joked). I tried to say “Nebbiolo” properly—Li laughed when I butchered it. The tasting room looks out over their land; you can see where each grape comes from if you squint past the rosemary bushes. We tasted five wines: three reds, a rosé that surprised me (not sweet at all), and that first white. Each sip felt different in my mouth—one was almost peppery, another soft like velvet. There was a cheeseboard with local jam that tasted like something you’d find at a neighbor’s table.

Lunch came out slow—grilled beef ribs with vegetables, still sizzling. I got olive oil on my shirt (classic). The staff didn’t rush anyone; people lingered over their glasses or just stared out at the hills. It felt like nobody wanted to leave yet. Even now, I can remember how quiet it got for a minute when everyone took their first bite—the kind of silence that says more than any review ever could.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wine tasting and local food experience

• Arrive at the tasting room
• Enjoy outdoor area and vineyard views
• Taste 5 wines: 3 reds, 1 rosé, 1 white
• Sample cheeseboard with local cheeses and meats
• Eat grilled beef ribs with vegetables

Top questions

How many wines do you taste at Xecue?

You taste five different wines: three reds, one rosé, and one white—all made by Xecue in Valle de Guadalupe.

Is lunch included during the wine tasting?

Yes, lunch includes grilled beef ribs with vegetables plus a cheeseboard of local cheeses, meats, bread, olive oil, and seasonal jam.

Are there vegetarian options available?

The menu mainly features beef ribs and a cheeseboard; vegetarian choices are limited based on provided info.

Is Xecue wheelchair accessible?

Yes—all areas and surfaces at Xecue are wheelchair accessible.

Can I get to Xecue by public transportation?

Public transportation options are available nearby Valle de Guadalupe’s Xecue winery.

Who leads the wine tasting experience?

The experience is led by Alberta (oenologist) or José Luis (winemaker), often sharing personal stories during your visit.

What makes Xecue wines unique?

Xecue’s premium Special Reserve blends Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sirah, and Nebbiolo grapes from diverse soils in Valle de Guadalupe.

What’s included

Your day includes tasting five house-made wines in Xecue’s sunlit room overlooking Valle de Guadalupe vineyards—with grilled beef ribs for lunch alongside local cheeses, bread, olive oil and jam. The winery is fully wheelchair accessible and easy to reach by public transport if needed.