Lunch Under the Oaks: Day Trip at Liceaga
Tags: liceaga, merlot, mexico, wine
Standing on the Wine Country Road Less Traveled
Recently, the Liceaga Winery opened up a weekend outdoor restaurant under the oaks. Always up for the new experience, my wife and I rolled in with an open mind looking for a little fun, wine and a day with good energy.
The summer day was warm at around 80 degrees by 1pm. We entered Liceaga’s brand new entrance gate and drove up the brand new gravel driveway, we were able to see the massive encinos (oak trees) and there in the shade we saw a roasting seasoned lamb on the spit. Of course, once we opened the door to the car, the aroma of the basted meat cooking was inviting us to come on down and share a taste of Mexico.
We sat down on the park benches with some relaxing classical Mexican music. We ordered our favorite Liceaga wine, the “Sofia”; a rich textured peppery blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. With a glass full of the afternoon delight, we looked to add a bit of mesquite fired lamb to the table and complete the day with perfection.
Being the menu was non-existent, we ordered what everyone else was having; barb-b-qued lamb tacos with all the Mexican condiments i.e…salsa picante, cilantro, fresh lime on a homemade fresh flour tortilla.
Oh my, what a taste! I was in the open air with my favorite friend, good music, a glass of red wine, and day in the park. It really was perfect!
So we sipped our wine and engaged in a nice conversation with two ladies from San Diego who came to the Valle de Guadalupe on a day trip. The sophisticated ladies were originally from the State of Chihuahua but have been living in the USA for over 20 years. They explained that they love to come down to Mexico for day trips to enjoy the culture, weather, and ambiance. They especially love visiting the wineries because they are so quaint and unique. Most travelers don’t even know they exist so they have it all to themselves, well except for us right?
After our meal and drink we slipped out from the oak forest full in the tummy, happy in the mind, and free in the spirit….back on the wine country road less traveled again!
Another great day in Mexico
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