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Enjoy the best gourmet cuisine of Baja California

Enjoy the best gourmet cuisine of Baja California

Learn about the cheese making process

Learn about the cheese making process

Taste Wine boutique and Artisanal Cheeses

Taste Wine boutique and Artisanal Cheeses

Enjoy the best gourmet cuisine of Baja California

Enjoy the best gourmet cuisine of Baja California

Learn about the cheese making process

Learn about the cheese making process

Taste Wine boutique and Artisanal Cheeses

Taste Wine boutique and Artisanal Cheeses

Enjoy the best gourmet cuisine of Baja California

Enjoy the best gourmet cuisine of Baja California

Description

Explore the charming Valle de Ojos Negros on our cheese and wine tour. This delightful journey takes you through the scenic landscapes east of Ensenada, where you will taste exquisite cheeses paired with local wines. Discover the rich flavors and traditions of this unique region, known for its artisanal cheese production. About the tour Our first stop will meet the winemaker Pepe Pedrosa, local produce and owner of Infinito Winery (Subject to availability). After, we will move to Rancho La Campana, where you can taste artisan cheeses paired with quality wines and other craft products in the underground cellar at La Cava de Marcelo. Learn about Ramonetti family, producing cheese and dairy products from 1911, and the cheese making process on a guided tour at their facilities. Enjoy lunch at Casa de Marcelo’s gourmet restaurant. Please note that meals here are not included in the tour and will be at your own expense. Note: Some stops may change depending on availability.

Itinerary

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You will be picked up from your hotel at 11:00 am and will be taken to Ojos Negros Valley, around one hour trip from Ensenada and Guadalupe Valley.
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Our first stop is at Vinicola Infinito, there you will be attended by Pepe Pedrosa, owner and winemaker of the winery, you will also have the opportunity to tour the vineyard and learn more about the world of wine. Vinicola Infinito is recognized for the excellent quality of the Shiraz grape, despite its sandy soil and extreme climates. Some stops may change depending on availability.
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Our next stop, La Cava de Marcelo in Rancho La Campana, internationally recognized organic farm. Once arrived, you can have a drink (own expenses) while enjoying the yard or take pictures around this countryside special place, till the first guided tour starts, around 10-15 minutes later. On the tour, you will have a 15 minutes’ walk to the barns, where you will learn about crop production, livestock care, and cheese making process. Around 45 minutes later, you will be back to the main building in the farm, and taken down to the underground cellar (not wheelchair accessible), where you can just sink your teeth into quality cheeses during a tasting paired with wine from the house, and other craft products (products vary depending the season).
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A renowned contemporary cuisine restaurant, praised for its use of fresh local ingredients and its welcoming atmosphere, and highlighted by the Michelin Guide with the Bib Gourmand award.
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You will be taken back to your hotel at around 6:00 pm. You will have bottled water and snacks during the tour.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours
Group Size
2 to 50 people
Price starts at
$115
Languages
English, Spanish

Meet a winemaking expert

Meet a winemaking expert

Enjoy a personalized experience with winemaker Pepe Pedrosa, owner of Vinicola Infinito. Subject to availability.

Visit the oldest cheese cellar in Mexico

Visit the oldest cheese cellar in Mexico

Cava de Quesos de Marcelo

Visit the underground cheese cellar.

Visit the underground cheese cellar.

The only cheese cellar on the American continent.

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport
  • Local expert English/Spanish
  • Talk with a wine expert
  • Snacks and bottled water
  • Free souvenir
  • Tasting cheeses, wine , and local products at Marcelo's Cellar

Excluded

  • Wine tasting at Infinito Winery
  • Lunch
  • Beverages
  • Gratuities

Things to know

Duration

The tour lasts approximately 6 hours.

Age Requirement

All ages are welcome.

Weather

Tours operate rain or shine. In summer, use sunscreen, a cap or hat, and sunglasses.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Meeting point

Pickup details Any hotel in Ensenada. Any hotel in Valle de Guadalupe. B&B in Ensenada and/or Valle de Guadalupe. Vacational rentals. Not available for cruise ship visitors.

Important Information

A minimum of 2 people per booking is required Minimum drinking age is 18 years Not wheelchair accessible vehicles Stroller accessible You can pay with credit/debit card everywhere, but bring some cash for tipping and souvenirs. Don’t need to exchange Us Dollars to Mexican Pesos, Us Dollars cash accepted everywhere Few ATMs available.

Recommendations

Tour recommended for the whole family. If you are bringing kids, please specify in comments. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We recommend to have breakfast before the tour Don’t forget to call your bank to tell them you will be in Mexico, in order to avoid being blocked.

Dress Code

Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended. In summer, use sunscreen, a cap or hat, and sunglasses.

Recent Reviews

33 Verified reviews
Luigi Minichini
Google Reviews

Luigi Minichini

October 10, 2025

Excelente servicio, visitamos La Ruta del Queso y Vino en el valle de Ojos Negros y fue toda una aventura, conocimos a Pepe enologo de infinito y luego la cava de Quesos Ramoneti. Definitivamente súper recomendado, buenas platica, ricos vinos, paisajes hermosos.

Jorge M
Tripadvisor

Jorge M

May 17, 2025

El tour fue excelente! Muy bien de ritmo, la bodega y la cueva de queso eran increíbles. Los guías turísticos eran amables, bien informados y muy profesionales. Hicieron de esta experiencia uno de los mejores tours en los que hemos estado por aquí. No nos sentimos apresurados en …

ENNITH PAOLA G
Tripadvisor

ENNITH PAOLA G

November 23, 2024

Estuvo el recorrido increíble, cómodo, Luigi es un apasionado del vino y la región lo que transmite con mucha información y detalles importantes. Los paisajes durante el viaje asombrosos.Súper recomendable ❤️

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