Aguascalientes

Aguascalientes has a winegrowing tradition dating back more than 400 years. Vineyards sit 1,700 to 2,400 metres above sea level, in a semi-dry climate with average annual temperatures of 16 to 17°C. Growing areas include El Llano, Cosío, Rincón de Romos, Asientos, Tepezalá, Pabellón de Arteaga and San Francisco de los Romo. Much of this grape growing supplies other uses. In 2012, 75% of planted vineyard area served juice and concentrate production, 14% supplied table grapes and the remainder grew wine grapes. Salvador was a leading processing variety and Red Globe a leading table grape. Visitors can follow the wine route through Jesús María, Pabellón de Arteaga, Rincón de Romos and the capital city for winery visits and tastings.