The valley’s workhorse. Jancis Robinson called it Baja’s flagship grape, and Wine With Seth lists it among the dominant reds.
- Grown by
- Monte Xanic, Lechuza and many others
More grapes in Valle de Guadalupe
RedNebbioloThe pale, tannic grape of Piedmont. L.A. Cetto and Lechuza both grow it. Cetto’s Nebbiolo clone is of unknown origin, according to Jancis Robinson.RedTempranilloSpain’s red grape turns up in Lechuza’s range and in blends such as Casa de Piedra’s Contraste. Sunset praised a Vena Cava Tempranillo for peppery berry and warm spice.RedGrenacheA Rhône grape that likes heat. Pictograma at Banyan Tree Veya specialises in it. Jancis Robinson suggested Rhône varieties may suit the dry climate better than Cabernet.WhiteChenin BlancA white found in several local lineups: Finca La Carrodilla’s chenin, Monte Xanic’s Chenin Colombard, and one of four focus grapes named by La Carrodilla’s owner.RedMisiónThe grape the Spanish missionaries brought. Afar calls it the first grapevine in the Americas and notes it tolerates drought. Santo Tomás sells a Tinto Misión.