Independence Valley Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting

Walk the vineyard fields and taste wines paired with local cheeses and honey

A guided vineyard tour in Independence Valley near San Miguel de Allende includes a shuttle from town, a walk through the winery and cellar, a tasting of three to five wines chosen at checkout, and a small charcuterie board with meats, cheeses, fruit, bread and regional honey. After the tour, you have an hour to eat at the on-site restaurant, explore the hotel and grounds, or visit the shop and chapel.

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3 Wines Tasting 12:30 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Vineyard tour lasting three and a half hours, with 3 wines and pairings: Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé (Caladoc/Granache), and "Tinto Ensamble" (Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah/Tempranillo), plus a small charcuterie table, travelling in a Toyota Hiace minibus

3 Crianza/Vintage Wines 12:30 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Vineyard tour lasting three and a half hours, with 3 Crianza/Vintage wines: Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo/Sangiovese, and Cabernet Franc/Merlot, plus a small charcuterie table, travelling in a Toyota Hiace minibus

5 Wines Tasting 12:30 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Vineyard tour lasting three and a half hours, with 5 wines and pairings: Chardonnay, Rosé (Caladoc/Granache), Pinot Noir, Nebbiolo/Sangiovese, and Cabernet Franc/Merlot, plus a small charcuterie table, travelling in a Toyota Hiace minibus

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Tasting of three premium wines 12:30 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Vineyard tour lasting three and a half hours, with 3 premium wines and pairings: Merlot, Tempranillo, and Cabernet Sauvignon, plus a small charcuterie table, travelling in a Toyota Hiace minibus

Tasting of five premium wines 12:30 and 14:30 Guide in English or Spanish Vineyard tour lasting three and a half hours, with 5 premium wines and pairings: Organic Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Malbec, Tempranillo, and Cabernet Sauvignon, plus a small charcuterie table, travelling in a Toyota Hiace minibus

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What’s included

• Guided tour of the vineyard and cellar with an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
• air-conditioned shuttle from San Miguel de Allende.
• three to five wines chosen at checkout.
• small charcuterie board with meats, olives, regional cheeses, honey, grapes and bread.
• water.
• one hour after the tour to enjoy the restaurant, explore the hotel and grounds, visit the shop or chapel.

Times

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• Monday 12:30
• Wednesday to Sunday 12:30 14:30

Information

Shuttle from San Miguel de Allende to a local vineyard in Independence Valley for a guided tour of the cellars and fields.

Group Up to 11 1 similar private tour ›

Live guide English and Spanish

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. See the exact address

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Ages Adult (18 to 90 years) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (1 to 12 years)

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Accessible transport Stroller-friendly Pets welcome Public transport nearby Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

The shuttle picks you up in San Miguel de Allende and drives about thirty minutes to one of the region's award-winning vineyards in Independence Valley, a territory known as the cradle of wine in America. The winery sits on majestic grounds with grandiose architecture and art throughout the Chateau. You'll walk the vineyard fields (where you can smell the vines and grapes in spring and summer), then move into the cellar to learn how the wine is aged and produced. The guide explains the process step by step, so by the time you reach the tasting room, you understand what you're about to drink.

The tasting itself pairs wines with a small board of meats, olives, regional cheeses, local honey, grapes and bread. Your package determines which wines you taste: the standard option covers three wines (Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, and a Tinto blend), while premium and vintage options go deeper into the cellar's collection. The guide walks you through each wine's properties and how to appreciate them: the structure, the finish, what to look for. Water and the charcuterie are included in all packages.

After the formal tour ends, you have a full hour to stay on the grounds. Some people head to the vineyard's restaurant for a meal. Others explore the hotel, wander the chapel, browse the shop, or simply walk the landscape. The air-conditioned vehicle brings you back to San Miguel de Allende when you're ready.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (1 to 12 years).

What wines will I taste on this tour?

The wines depend on which package you choose at checkout. The standard 3 Wines Tasting includes Sauvignon Blanc, Rosé, and a Tinto Ensamble blend. The 5 Wines Tasting adds Pinot Noir and Nebbiolo/Sangiovese. Premium and vintage options feature different selections like Merlot, Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, and aged reserves.

Is there food included with the wine tasting?

Yes, all packages include a small charcuterie board with meats, olives, regional cheeses, local honey, grapes, and bread paired with the wines. Water is also provided throughout the tour.

How long does the whole experience take?

The tour itself runs about three and a half hours from pickup in San Miguel de Allende through the vineyard walk, cellar tour, and tasting. After that, you have an additional hour to stay at the winery (eat at the restaurant, explore the grounds, or visit the shop), before heading back to town.

Can I buy wine to take home?

Yes, the winery has a shop on the grounds. You're welcome to bring extra pesos or a card if you want to purchase bottles or have a meal at the restaurant after the tour.

What's the drive like from San Miguel de Allende?

The shuttle takes about thirty minutes each way. The vineyard is located in Independence Valley, approximately thirty minutes from San Miguel de Allende, and the vehicle is air-conditioned for the journey.

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