Marking the 2025 vendimia season, El Cielo Valle de Guadalupe celebrates wine culture, the bounty of the harvest, and the continued excellence of Mexico’s most awarded winery
June 24, 2025 (Ensenada, Baja California) — El Cielo Valle de Guadalupe, one of Mexico’s premier producers celebrated for its world-class craftsmanship, is proud to announce its official program for the 2025 Harvest Festival. This year’s edition is a heartfelt tribute to the land, the vine, and the enduring passion that defines Mexican wine culture. Guests can look forward to an inspiring lineup of experiences that blend tradition, education, and exceptional cuisine, all crafted to engage the senses and celebrate the spirit of vendimia.
From August 1 to 31, El Cielo will offer two immersive experiences:
- A Day of Harvest at El Cielo – Monday through Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including grape harvesting, stomping, a winery tour, and a wine pairing lunch.
- Harvest Experience – Also available daily, featuring winery visits, grape stomping, and a guided wine and cheese tasting. Scheduled at 11:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
The festivities begin on Friday, August 1 with the XXXV Wine Exhibition, hosted by Provino at the Riviera Cultural Center at 7:00 p.m. The celebration continues on Saturday, August 2 at 4:00 p.m. with a Master Class: “History of Wine in Mexico”, a guided tasting of wines from across the country.
On Sunday, August 3 at 1:00 p.m., guests are invited to attend the Opening Harvest Mass at the Nuestra Señora de los Milagros Chapel, a spiritual gathering to give thanks for the season’s bounty. The traditional Blessing of the Harvest follows on Monday, August 11 at 7:30 a.m., held in the vineyards as a moving tribute to the land, labor, and legacy of the winemaking community.
Throughout August, El Cielo will host an exclusive academic calendar of Master Classes and Comparative Tastings all taking place at 4:00 p.m., led by industry experts and oenologists, including:
- Chardonnay – Thursday, August 7th
- Sauvignon Blanc – Saturday, August 9th
- Cabernet Sauvignon – Tuesday, August 12th
- Piedmont vs. Mexican Nebbiolo – Thursday, August 14th
- From Cork Oak to Glass: The Journey of Cork – Saturday, August 16th
- Malbec: Old World vs. New World – Friday, August 22nd
One of the festival’s highlights is “El Cielo de Noche – Perseids Night,” inviting guests to experience the magic of the Perseid meteor shower on Sunday, August 10, with two opportunities to watch the spectacle—at 7:00 p.m. and again at 11:00 p.m.—set against the stunning backdrop of the vineyards.
The culinary lineup includes the exclusive Wine Club Paella Festival on Wednesday, August 13, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m., followed by the 35th Annual Paella Contest open to the public on Sunday, August 17, starting at noon at Viña de Liceaga. On both Friday, August 15, and Saturday, August 23, El Cielo will present elegant Vineyard Pairing Dinners, featuring a unique Baja-Yucatán fusion menu perfectly paired with the winery’s signature selections. Each evening offers two seatings at 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. Seafood enthusiasts can also indulge in a Sparkling Wine & Shellfish Pairing Workshop on Saturday, August 23, at 2:00 p.m., highlighting the best of local flavors alongside thoughtfully curated wine pairings.
A particularly rare experience is the vertical tasting of Perseus, one of El Cielo’s most celebrated labels, showcasing vintages from 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018. This exclusive tasting takes place on Friday, August 8, at 4:00 p.m., accompanied by other special wine events across the estate.
From hands-on tastings and vineyard ceremonies to nights beneath the stars, El Cielo’s 2025 Harvest Festival promises a memorable celebration deep in the heart of Mexico’s renowned wine country. With this extensive program, El Cielo Valle de Guadalupe reaffirms its leadership in national wine tourism, offering cultural, educational, and leisure experiences for everyone—from passionate wine enthusiasts to families looking to celebrate the harvest in a spectacular setting.
For more information, visit https://vinoselcielo.com/ and www.elcielovalledeguadalupe.com,.
About El Cielo Winery
Located in Mexico’s most celebrated wine region, El Cielo Winery or Vinícola El Cielo, celebrates 11 years in 2024. It was built in 2013 with ecological functionality and energy efficiency in mind, and in 2015 the Ensenada City Council recognized El Cielo Winery as the First Eco Responsible Company. The winery has 242 acres of planted land where it grows a healthy variety of grapes, such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Zinfandel, Primitivo, Nebbiolo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Grenache and Pinot Noir. With a density of over 1,486 plants per acre, a total of 325,562 vines, El Cielo’s clay-rich land is irrigated with high-quality low-sodium water from its own well. Currently 75% of El Cielo’s vines are certified organic, and the winery is working towards being 100% certified organic. The passionate team behind El Cielo Winery is on a steadfast mission to produce delicious Mexican wines with the best grapes in the region using honest, authentic processes and sustainable practices to ensure the highest quality and most exquisite tasting experience. For more information on the winery or wines, visit: www.vinoselcielo.com
About El Cielo Resort
El Cielo Resort is a luxury hospitality project with a wine tourism concept located in Valle de Guadalupe in Ensenada, Baja California. The property includes an onsite winery, a boutique resort with 95 suites and villas, two specialty restaurants, Latitud 32 and Polaris; the new Equinox Terrace with spaces for corporate events, social events and weddings. In addition to a consecrated chapel, the property is surrounded by 73 acres of beautiful vineyards and olive trees, mountainous landscapes and two idyllic reservoirs. The property is also a recipient of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence. For more information, visit: www.elcielovalledeguadalupe.com, and images can be found here.
