Viñedos La Redonda sits about 60 km from Santiago de Querétaro along the San Juan del Rio-Ezequiel Montes highway at kilometer 33.5, roughly an hour by car since no direct public bus serves the winery gate. The vineyard is one of the anchor stops on Querétaro's wine and cheese route, producing cabernet sauvignon, malbec, and sparkling wines from vines grown on the semi-arid plain near Ezequiel Montes. A day visit typically begins late morning with a guided walk through the vine rows and production facility, followed by a seated tasting flight paired with regional cheeses in the on-site restaurant. Because the winery is under 20 minutes by car from both Bernal and Tequisquiapan, the afternoon is often spent combining the visit with one of those towns rather than lingering at the vineyard alone. The winery's restaurant serves a full lunch menu built around the tastings, making it a natural midday food stop on the route. The grape harvest in August and September brings extra activity, including harvest-season events, while tastings run year-round during the winery's daily 9 AM-6:30 PM hours. A rideshare or private taxi from Querétaro or Tequisquiapan is the most practical option for visitors without a car, since public transit does not reach the gate.
How to get there
- Car: San Juan del Río-Ezequiel Montes highway to km 33.5 (about 1 hour from Querétaro)
- Rideshare or private taxi from Querétaro or Tequisquiapan (no direct bus to the winery entrance)
- Organized wine-and-cheese route tours from Querétaro or Tequisquiapan hotels
- Combine with Bernal or Tequisquiapan, both under 20 minutes away by car
Location
Carretera San Juan del Río a Ezequiel Montes Km. 33.5, 76650 Ezequiel Montes, Qro., Mexico
20.6660, -99.8283 View on map
Highlights
- Walk the vineyard rows and production facility on a guided tour
- Taste cabernet sauvignon, malbec, and sparkling wines paired with regional cheese
- Eat lunch at the on-site restaurant overlooking the vines
- Visit during the August-September harvest for seasonal events
- Combine with Bernal or Tequisquiapan, both under 20 minutes away
Tips for visiting
- Arrange a rideshare, private taxi, or rental car in advance, since no public bus reaches the winery entrance
- Book a tasting or tour slot ahead of time, especially on weekends when the winery restaurant fills up
- Designate a driver or use a rideshare for the return trip after tastings
- Combine the visit with Bernal or Tequisquiapan on the same day, since both are under 20 minutes away by car
- Check the winery's daily 9 AM-6:30 PM hours before setting out, as arrival outside them means no access
When to visit
Late morning tastings year-round, with the August-September harvest adding seasonal events.
Frequently asked questions
Is there public transport to Viñedos La Redonda?
No, there is no direct bus to the winery gate; visitors need a car, rideshare, or private taxi from Querétaro or Tequisquiapan.
What wines does the vineyard produce?
The winery produces cabernet sauvignon, malbec, and sparkling wines, alongside tastings paired with regional cheese.
Can this be combined with another day trip?
Yes, both Bernal and Tequisquiapan are under 20 minutes away by car, making a combined itinerary common.
When is the grape harvest?
The harvest runs in August and September, when the winery often hosts additional seasonal events.