Wine tasting and touring in the Santa Ynez Valley is a don’t-miss experience and a feast for the senses. Meander over sage-scented rural roads with a stunning backdrop of oak-studded golden hills. Stroll through vibrant vineyards and sip, swirl and savor the flavors. With four distinct American Viticulture Areas (AVAs) sprawling from the Santa Ynez Valley, more than 1 million cases of wine are produced annually – including the following ever popular and unique varietals: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon and Viognier. Most of the 120+ wineries located here are small boutique operations and many are family-owned and operated. Visitors enjoy the area’s strong rural flavor and tasting world-class wines in an unpretentious, friendly atmosphere where it’s not unusual to end up chatting with the winemaker or owner – either at the winery or in-town tasting rooms. It’s all within a 2- to 20-minute walk or drive, with many lodging options close by. You can design your own itinerary, or sign up with a local tour company for a professionally guided tour in a limo, jeep, van, private sedan or even a bike.
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Buscador Winery
Handcrafted Bordeaux, Rhone and Burgundian varietals produced in limited quantities displayed in a fun and unique wine tasting setting
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Kaena Wines
Kaena specializes in Grenache, and has been serving up the Aloha in the Santa Ynez Valley for the last three years in the quaint town of Los Olivos.
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Refugio Ranch Vineyards
A family owned and operated estate vineyard, specializing in Rhone varietals and Sauvignon Blanc.
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Bottlest Winery, Bar & Bistro
Bottlest is an upscale restaurant with full bar and views into Santa Barbara County's largest winery. Live Music, Cocktails and 52 Wines by the glass.
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Breakaway Tours & Event Planning, Inc.
Passionate about wine and sharing it with others! Deliciously Fun, Educational Wine Tours since 1995! Any size, private & customized. 805-783-2929
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Santa Ynez Valley Wine Country Association
Representing the premier, boutique wineries of the Santa Ynez Valley. We offer wine tasting passports, wine events and information.
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Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards
An unforgettable wine tasting experience featuring beautiful wines made from L&L's estate grown, hand-picked, sustainably farmed grapes.
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Santa Ynez Valley menuguide
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Cholame Vineyard
Small production winery located in San Miguel, Ca at the southern tip of Monterey County.
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The Vincent Vineyards and Winery
Vincent Vineyards is an all Bordeaux Estate Winery and Hospitality facility in the Santa Ynez Valley. Est. 2007.
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Los Olivos Business Organization
Los Olivos offers art, wine tasting, unique shopping, epicurean restaurants, fun festivals, antiques, a world-class hotel, and recreational landscapes
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Zaca Mesa Winery
Estate winery and vineyard focused on Rhône varietals.
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Martian Ranch & Vineyard
Martian is a down to earth winery in Los Alamos California that is dedicated to the journey.
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Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards
Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyard focuses on cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and warm climate Bordeaux varietals from Happy Canyon.
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Beckmen Vineyards
An estate winery in the Santa Ynez Valley, crafting premier biodynamic wines with a focus on Rhône varieties. Tasting room located on the vineyard.
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Firestone Vineyard & Winery
Firestone Vineyard specializes in expressive high-quality wines from estate and select vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley.
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Longoria Wines
Established in 1982, Longoria Wines is a family owned winery producing acclaimed artisanal wines from some of the finest vineyards in Santa Barbara.
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Wandering Dog Wine Bar
Offering boutique local wines and interesting imports. Enjoy wine and beer by the glass, flight or bottle along with a variety of antipasto platters.
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Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery
Located in the prestigious Santa Rita Hills appellation, Foley Estates Vineyard & Winery produces world class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
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Municipal Winemakers
Handmade, honest wines in the heart of Los Alamos
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Grassini Family Vineyards
Grassini Family Vineyards is a family-owned and operated, boutique winery which specializes in handcrafted Bordeaux varietals.
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Sunstone Winery
Sunstone's tasting room is reminiscent of some of the small wineries in the Provencal French countryside.
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Los Olivos General Store & Larner Wine Tasting Room
A modern take on a timeless classic specializing in home goods and locally made products. Also home to the Larner Wine Tasting Room.
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Crawford Family Wines
Crawford Family Wines embraces the "garagiste" style of winemaking by producing tiny lots of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Rhone varietals.
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Andrew Murray Vineyards Downtown Los Olivos
Passionately focused on Rhône varieties for 25 years
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