Lucas & Lewellen

Known for versatile food-friendly wines, approachable prices, and a fun and relaxed wine tasting experience, Toccata pours estate-grown classic Piedmontese varietal wines in the Mediterranean ambiance of the Toccata Tasting Room.

La Dolce Vita

In the Italian spirit of enjoying wine with friends, the Toccata Tasting Room welcomes guests to taste la dolce vita, traditional Italian wines grown, made, and shared right here on the Central Coast. We think the old world Tuscan heritage wines of Toccata reflect the tranquil beauty and generous bounty of this special land that we call home.

Toccata Tasting Room
1650 Copenhagen Drive
Solvang, CA 93463

805-686-5506

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Foxen Vineyard & Winery

Whether you’re a seasoned wine aficionado or a casual enthusiast, Foxen Vineyard & Winery offers an inviting atmosphere to explore the artistry of winemaking.   Discover the magic of Foxen’s wines and create lasting memories in one of California’s most beloved wine destinations.

Foxen Vineyard & Winery, nestled in the heart of California’s picturesque Santa Maria Valley, is a premier destination for wine enthusiasts. Established in 1985 by Bill Wathen and Dick Doré, the vineyard spans over 2,000 acres of scenic countryside. They cultivate a diverse selection of high-quality grapes.  Foxen’s rich winemaking tradition, showcases its commitment to crafting exceptional wines that reflect the region’s unique terroir.

Historic Rancho

Bill Wathen and Dick Doré (the Foxen Boys) have been making wine together since 1985. They founded Foxen Vineyard & Winery at the historic Rancho Tinaquaic in Northern Santa Barbara County. Their dedication has remained the same: the creation of small production, sustainably-farmed, vineyard-focused wines using a straightforward and minimalist approach to winemaking.

Named in memory of William Benjamin Foxen, English sea captain and Dick’s great-great grandfather. Benjamin Foxen came to Santa Barbara in the early 1800’s. He purchased the historic Rancho Tinaquaic in 1837 with a Mexican Land Grant that totaled nearly 9000 acres, which comprised most of what is now known as Foxen Canyon. Captain Foxen adopted the distinctive anchor as his ranch cattle brand, which became the trademark of the Foxen Winery. We are proud that we have made our home on the now 2000-acre Rancho Tinaquaic, which remains in family hands.

In addition to its renowned wines, Foxen Vineyard & Winery invites guests to experience its charming tasting room, where they can indulge in guided tastings led by knowledgeable staff.

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Farm in Ballard, California

Dreamcôte Wine Co

Dreamcôte Wine Co. is a small-producer of low alcohol, low sulfur wines + hard ciders. We produce a less traditional range of carbonic red wines like Gamay, a few pétillant-natural “pét-nat” (OG sparkling) wines as well as an annual bottling/kegging of hard apple cider fermented with fruit and botanicals from our small farm in Ballard, CA.

The tasting line-up changes every vintage. Come taste the rainbow at our foot tasting room in Los Olivos. The tasting room is just off the main drag, and offers a less busy, fun, unpretentious, pet friendly setting with both indoor and outdoor seating.

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Lucas & Lewellen

Few wineries in California produce 25 different wines, including Bordeaux, Rhône, Burgundy and Italian varietals. But then, few wineries can match the intimate relationship Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards has with Santa Barbara County’s amazing winegrowing potential.

Louis Lucas

Co-founded by viticulturist Louis Lucas and wine enthusiast Royce Lewellen in 1996, this small winery boasts three vineyards totaling 400 acres of vines, in the county’s three main growing regions: Santa Maria Valley, Los Alamos Valley and Santa Ynez Valley. All are meticulously tended by Louis, who planted his first vines here in 1970. With Winemaker Megan McGrath Gates heading up the cellar, little Lucas & Lewellen has become one of Santa Barbara County’s most popular wineries.

You can taste their wines at:

Lucas & Lewellen Tasting Room

1645 Copenhagen Drive
Solvang, CA 93463
805-686-9336

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Brewer-Clifton –

Founded in 1996, Brewer-Clifton wines are a reflection of the geographic, geologic and climatic uniqueness of California’s Sta. Rita Hills appellation in Santa Barbara County. Founder and Winemaker Greg Brewer has spent the entirety of his three-decade career dedicated to crafting cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from this finite stretch of land.

Visit our website below to make a reservation:
https://www.bygregbrewer.com/visit

Please contact us at 805-866-6080.

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Our tasting room is located at 2367 Alamo Pintado Road in Los Olivos, CA.

We are open daily from 11AM to 5PM.

If your group has 8 or more people, please call in advance so that we can ensure the best experience.

Please contact us at 805-866-6080.

We are wheelchair accessible and service dog friendly.
No public bathrooms.

Chanin Wine Co.

Chanin Wine Co., dedicated to crafting wines from Santa Barbara County. These wines reflect the individual vineyard in which they are grown. We focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. For example, two grapes that are especially revealing of subtle differences in geography, geology and climate. Our grapes,  grown in Santa Barbara County, where cool coastal winds, diverse marine based soils and a long growing season provide an exciting and unique environment for Burgundian varieties.

The vineyards are the focus of all of our wines and each wine is made from grapes grown at one vineyard and not blended. We search out old vines and make wine from some of the oldest in the county. This allows us to make refreshingly balanced wines at lower alcohol levels than most California “blockbuster” or “cult” styled wines. Through low yields, improved farming techniques and gentle winemaking we aim to create a wine that pairs well with food and is delicious young but is also age-worthy. All of our vineyards are organic or sustainably farmed.

Our winemaking philosophy is rooted in representing each individual vineyard by emphasizing balance, finesse, and complexity. We avoid excessive alcohol, and modern winemaking additives (such as commercial yeasts, bacteria, enzymes) that can overshadow vineyard characteristics. We also do not filter our wines or use intrusive wine processing machines. The goal – to grow grapes that are so healthy none of the above is needed.

Chanin Wine Co.

• 805-345-6544
• info@chaninwine.com
• @chaninwine

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Ken Brown Wines

Ken Brown Wines

Ken Brown Wines is recognized as one of Santa Barbara County’s pioneering winemakers and innovators. Among the first vintners to realize the tremendous promise for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in this cool-climate appellation in the mid-1970’s. Ken was also the first winemaker to introduce the Syrah grape. Consequently, he introduced the Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc, to Santa Barbara County.

Along with an uncompromising drive for quality, Ken constantly reevaluates everything he does in his winemaking endeavors. With nearly 40 years’ experience in this region, Ken’s goal is to focus on exceptional Pinot Noir from leading vineyards in Santa Rita Hills and several other select locations in the county.

With the introduction of Ken Brown Wines in 2005, he can optimize the best sources of Pinot Noir with uncompromised winemaking. His wines feature Pinot Noir in addition to limited bottlings of Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.

Crafting small batches of premium Pinot Noir

Ken Brown Wines focuses on crafting small batches of premium Pinot Noir sourced from Sta. Rita Hills’ finest vineyards. Situated in Buellton, at the gateway to the Sta. Rita Hills appellation. The winery produces limited quantities, typically around 1,500 cases annually, with most lots containing 250 cases or less. Working closely with long-standing growers, including Sanford & Benedict, Radian, Rita’s Crown, and La Encantada, Ken Brown hand-selects vineyard blocks to showcase the region’s terroir.

With a career dedicated to mastering Pinot Noir, Brown’s journey began at Zaca Mesa Winery, leading to a 20-year tenure at Byron Vineyard before establishing Ken Brown Wines. His passion for experimentation, exploring various clones, rootstocks, soils, and winemaking techniques, underscores his commitment to unlocking Santa Barbara County’s Pinot Noir potential.

Brown’s association with Sta. Rita Hills dates back to 1976. Then he encountered Richard Sanford and Michael Benedict, igniting his fascination with the region’s wines. Launching his label in 2003 reignited his enthusiasm, propelling him to pursue even greater quality. Guided by decades of experience, Brown remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of Pinot Noir excellence in Santa Barbara County.

157 W. Highway 246,
Buellton, CA

(805) 688-9400

 

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Final Girl Wines

Peter and Anna are a husband and wife team that were brought together from opposite ends of the earth by a mutual love of horror and wine. Final Girl Wines is a blend of their two great passions.

The Final Girl range is a genre lovers wine. Serious and unique, yet fun and unpretentious. We like to find and develop little gems from the vineyard and share them with the world. From dinners or BBQs, to movie nights with that special someone, our range of wines compliment your unique moment. And these are important, for the moments are all we have.

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Until 30 November 2019, we offer free delivery to Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara counties when you purchase two bottles or more.
Our wine club delivers in October, February and May and includes discounts of:
2 bottles - 5%
4 bottles - 10%
6 bottles - 15%
12 bottles - 20%

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EVAN’S RANCH

Winery

Located in the renowned Santa Rita Hills appellation of western Santa Ynez Valley in Santa Barbara County and established during the 1990s by the Gainey family, who have farmed in Santa Ynez Valley for four generations and were searching for an ideal site on which to cultivate the classic cool-climate varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah.

Named after owner Dan Gainey’s great-grandfather, Evan’s Ranch is just ten miles from the Pacific Ocean and benefits from its marine influence, which lengthens the growing season, limits crop yields, and produces grapes with ripe, concentrated flavors balanced by bright acidity and a refreshing minerality. This enables us to craft six very limited-production, world-class wines: Las Brisas and La Marina Chardonnays, Las Brisas and Lone Oak Pinot Noirs and Las Brisas and Lone Oak Syrahs.

Sunday through Thursday 12pm-6pm
Last tasting at 5:15pm

Friday & Saturday 12pm-7pm.
Last tasting at 6:15pm

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In the remarkable climatic and soil diversity in Santa Barbara County, Dragonette Cellars produces small lots of Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah of interest and distinction.

Buellton winery with a tasting room in Los Olivos, CA. Dragonette Cellars produces small lots of Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah.

“Dragonette is one of the most fascinating wineries in the Central Coast. The best wines are truly world class, and I don’t use those words lightly.”
— Antonio Galloni

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Kaena is a boutique winery that sources from Tierra Alta Vineyard and Larner Vineyard in the Ballard Canyon AVA , primarily. Winemaker, Mikael Sigouin, who is part Hawaiian and raised on the Oahu shores, uses a shortened version of his given name for the brand – Kaena – which means “potential for greatness”.

That “greatness” is evident in the wines – in 2006 Wine Spectator named Mikael one of the top 10 new Rhone producers. Known affectionately by his peers and fans as The Grenache King – Kaena produces 2,000 cases of Rhone & other varietals with an emphasis on Grenache.

Kaena has been serving up the Aloha in the Santa Ynez Valley for the last three years in the beautiful quaint town of Los Olivos. The vibe is welcoming, chill, relaxed. We feel so proud of our staff we consider them our O’hana, which means “Family” in the Hawaiian language. Our O’hana is knowledgeable, compassionate and just down right fun to cruz with! Come in and enjoy the best Grenache around!

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Melville Winery

Check us out in Lompoc and be sure to bring a picnic.
5185 E. Highway 246 Lompoc, CA 93436
Open 11-4 Sunday – Thursday and 11-5 Fridays and Saturday
805.735.7030

Melville Winery is a family owned and operated Estate vineyard and winery in the heart of Sta. Rita Hills. We farm 120 acres of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cold climate Syrah in the most exciting AVA in California.

Visit our website to get a more in-depth look at our history, vineyards, and philosophy or just to stock up on some fantastic wines!

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Vineyards & Winery

Dierberg and Star Lane

The first decade of JIm and Mary Dierberg’s  California Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards wine adventure was spent searching for the ideal location to plant a vineyard. They started a new winery. In 1996, driving upon the former dude and cattle ranch – Star Lane Ranch, Mary Dierberg recalled: “We immediately knew that we wanted this amazing ranch”.

 

With wisdom from patience, a 250 year plan, the certainty of passion, and some of the best consultants in the business, the Dierbergs planted Star Lane Vineyard with Bordeaux varietals, based on their confidence in those grapes’ ability to soar in this unique microclimate.

Dierberg and Star Lane Vineyards

The family subsequently added two cool climate vineyards represented by the DIERBERG wines; creating a collection of superb estates within three distinct AVAs of Santa Barbara County’s winegrowing region.

Dierberg Vineyard & Tasting Room

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Crown Point Vineyards

Discover Crown Point Vineyard’s commitment to exceptional wines and sustainability through SIP Certification. Dive into a journey that harmonizes winemaking with environmental stewardship and community engagement.

SIP Certification

SIP Certification marks a significant milestone in Crown Point’s dedication to responsible winemaking, intertwining quality with sustainability practices. Through three pillars:

1. Environmental Stewardship: Balance water usage, reduce energy consumption, and preserve biodiversity, leaving a legacy of natural beauty for future generations.
2. Community Engagement: Uphold fair labor practices and support local communities, fostering a positive work environment.
3. Quality Assurance: Ensure each bottle captures the region’s unique terroir, refining winemaking processes to meet SIP standards.

Despite challenges, Crown Point embraces sustainability by implementing advanced techniques like water management and natural pest control. Join us on an educational journey to witness sustainable winemaking firsthand.

Explore our vineyard, where sustainability takes root, and savor exceptional wines crafted with care. At Crown Point, we believe great wine shouldn’t harm the environment. With SIP Certification, we raise the bar for sustainable winemaking, one bottle at a time. Cheers to sustainability, quality, and community!

Estate Winery

Purchased by Roger Bower in 2012, Crown Point Vineyards is an estate winery dedicated to crafting wines of the highest distinction. Nestled in the eastern-most foothills of the east-to-west transverse valley.  Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA (American Viticultural Area).

Crown Point is blessed with distinct climatic conditions and soil types that provide an ideal growing environment for Bordeaux varieties.

Winemaker Adam Henkel joined Roger in 2013. Adam, spent 10 years in the Napa Valley, including eight years at Harlan Estate in Oakville. He had long been fascinated by the viticultural diversity and geographical grandeur of Santa Barbara County. His pursuit at Crown Point has been to express the unique characteristics and individuality of the region’s preeminent vineyards through farming and winemaking at the highest possible level.

Roger engaged Philippe Melka in 2017 as part of his commitment to constant improvement and excellence.

Crown Point

1733 Fletcher Way
Santa Ynez, California USA 93460
805.693.9300

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At Crown Point Vineyards, we offer a unique tasting experience to help educate our members and guests as to why our estate is an ideal place for growing Bordeaux varieties. The private tour & tasting allows you to learn how Crown Point was founded, share Roger Bower’s vision for this special property, and experience, first-hand, that no expense has been spared to develop the vineyard and winery. The experience starts with a guided tour through 50 acres of estate vineyards followed by a walking tour through the winery and barrel rooms. The tour finishes with a seated tasting of our estate wines and a cheese pairing.

We will do whatever we can to accommodate friends of Crown Point. All tastings are by appointment only, and we can arrange private visits on a limited basis for members and guests Monday through Friday.

Grassini Family Vineyards is a family-owned and operated, boutique winery which specializes in the handcrafted production of wines made exclusively from Bordeaux varietals. We are available at by appointment only at our estate winery. We focus on farming our estate vineyard to its fullest potential using renewable and sustainable resources. A hands-on artisan approach helps us to make wines which represent the uniqueness of this special site and climate.

Visit the winery for special events, or visit our tasting room in Santa Barbara at 813 Anacapa St, # 6, Santa Barbara, California 93101.

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Tour & Tasting
Grassini Family Vineyards is a private estate available by appointment only. This 120-minute experience begins with a tour of our winemaking facility, where guests will have the opportunity to learn about the artistry behind the scenes. Followed by a seated one-on-one tasting of our handcrafted Bordeaux varietals. For more information or bookings please contact winery@grassinifamilyvineyards.com.

Zaca Mesa

Vineyard & Winery

Zaca Mesa Vineyard & Winery, a cherished estate gem nestled in the heart of Santa Ynez Valley. It is renowned for its dedication to crafting exquisite Rhône varietals.

Since 1973, Zaca Mesa has passionately farmed and nurtured its estate vineyards. The winery produces wines that truly reflect the unique spirit and terroir of Santa Barbara County’s Wine Country.

The winery uses traditional methods and sustainably grown grapes to create wines of exceptional quality and integrity.

Foxen Canyon Trail

Nestled along the scenic Foxen Canyon Trail, Zaca Mesa offers a delightful escape for wine lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. Visitors can pack a picnic and enjoy it amidst the vines of the Grenache Blanc vineyard or relax in the newly remodeled courtyard. For a bit of fun, guests can challenge friends to a game on the life-sized chess set, adding a playful touch to the serene surroundings. The tasting room and surrounding vineyards provide the perfect backdrop for a leisurely day of wine tasting and exploration.

San Rafael Mountains

Whether you’re looking to unwind on the patio with breathtaking views of the San Rafael Mountains or enjoy a picnic beneath a century-old oak tree, Zaca Mesa has something for everyone. Sip and savor from a selection of tasting flights starting at just $20 per person. For an even more immersive experience, tours and large group visits can be arranged by appointment. Plus, Zaca Mesa is dog-friendly, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing day out with your furry friends. Come experience the warm hospitality and exceptional wines of Zaca Mesa Vineyard & Winery, where every visit is a celebration of the art of winemaking.

 

Zaca Mesa Vineyard & Winery

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Santa Barbara Independent - "Tread Wines Cut New Trail for Zaca Mesa Winery" - March 14, 2021

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We are dog-friendly, family-friendly, and encourage outside food for onsite enjoyment.