TOURING GUIDE 2014 - Santa Barbara Wine Country
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TOURING GUIDE 2014 - Santa Barbara Wine Country
TOURING GUIDE 2014 Y O U R J O UR NEY S TART S HER E Photograph by Brent Winebrenner WELCOME! THIs is wine country at its best Breathtaking vistas overlook valleys and mountains studded with ancient oaks, brilliant wild flowers and magnificent vineyards. A leisurely country drive allows one to fully appreciate the winemaking experience while viewing the ever changing seasons. Pruning in the winter, bud break in spring, and canopy management all summer, culminates with the fall harvest. It is a wonderful discovery for any traveler! Pull up to one of several towns and find great restaurants, galleries, country inns and exceptional tasting rooms. Friendly and knowledgeable people are waiting to welcome, serve and delight you. To further enhance your visit, wine events are scheduled year round, from festivals and winemaker’s dinners, to concerts, dramatic readings and art shows, all of which are open to the public. San Francisco Santa Barbara County Los Angeles G etting here 125 miles, or approximately 2 1/2 hours from Los Angeles 296 miles, or approximately 5 hours from San Francisco Fly into Los Angeles or Santa Barbara 4 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY Discover FIVE unique winegrowing areas Though known as a scenic beachside resort, Santa Barbara County also encompasses one of the top wine regions in the world. The beaches are backed by an unusual mountain configuration with an east-west orientation forming valleys that open directly to the Pacific Ocean. It is the longest east-west traverse from the Aleutian Islands to Tierra Del Fuego. This unique topography allows the inland flow of fog and ocean breezes to shape one of the coolest winegrowing regions in California and create an ideal environment for the cultivation of classic grape varietals. The growing season here is considerably longer than other wine producing areas, meaning the fruit has an unusually long “hang time” on the vine. This makes for world class wines of distinctive character. Within Santa Barbara County there are five federally recognized American Viticultural Areas (AVA): Santa Maria Valley, Santa Ynez Valley, Sta. Rita Hills, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, and Ballard Canyon. Santa Maria Valley The often foggy and windswept Santa Maria Valley is the northern most appellation in Santa Barbara County. The region’s first officially approved American Viticultural Area (AVA) enjoys extremely complex soil conditions and diverse microclimates. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are two varietals which especially benefit from the ocean’s influence, and are the flagship wines of this appellation. Santa Ynez Valley Santa Ynez Valley is a long, east-west corridor with very cool temperatures on the coast that become progressively warmer inland. Consequently, several varietals do well from Pinot Noir in the west to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in the east. Several Rhône and Italian grape varietals have also gained acclaim in this versatile Santa Barbara County AVA. The largest concentration of wineries is in the Santa Ynez Valley appellation. From one-person labors of love to multi-thousand case operations, each has a dedication to producing wine that truly reflects the high quality and broad diversity of local grapes. Sta. Rita Hills Sta. Rita Hills is an AVA within the Santa Ynez Valley AVA. Located on the far western end of the long corridor, the marine influence is directly off the ocean providing an extremely cool climate. It is an optimal place to grow its hallmark Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. HAPPY CANYON OF SANTA BARBARA Happy Canyon is a relatively new winegrowing region recently granted its own AVA. Located in the far eastern edge of the Santa Ynez Valley AVA, it delves into the San Rafael Mountains just northwest of Lake Cachuma. Its inland position means a significantly warmer climate. This region is best suited for growing Bordeaux varieties Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Sauvignon Blanc. BALLARD CANYON Ballard Canyon became the fifth official AVA of Santa Barbara County on October 30th 2013. The 7,800 acre viticultural area’s soils and climate is known for producing distinctive and unique wines, a preponderance of which are Rhône varietals. AVAS OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY 6 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY WINE TRAILS Foxen Canyon Wine Trail: Connecting Los Olivos and Santa Maria, this is the wine trail that gets you out of the city and deep into wine country. Take the meandering roads to discover breathtaking views and tucked-away vineyards. Santa Ynez Valley Wine Trail: The rolling vistas of farms, horse and cattle ranches combined with vineyards and wineries welcome you to the laid-back culture of the Santa Ynez Valley. Take advantage of the local produce that abounds at charming markets throughout the trail. Sta. Rita Hills Wine Trail: Journey through the western side of the Santa Ynez Valley where colder temperatures are funneled from the Pacific Ocean between the mountains. Wine production facilities are interspersed with storefront tasting rooms at the end of the trail in the Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Santa Barbara: Experience the hip and funky vibe these wine tasting rooms offer, only minutes from the beach. Juxtapose this against the rich cultural heritage of Santa Barbara, and you have a unique wine tasting destination. The wineries are your ports-of-call. Solvang Wine Trail: A Danish village where the themed streets EVENTS Santa Barbara Vintners SPRING WEEKEND AND VINTNERS Festival The Spring Weekend is a four day celebration of special events, dinners, winery open houses, and more, showcasing the best of Santa Barbara Wine Country. The Vintners Festival is the highlight of the weekend which features all the Santa Barbara Vintners winery members pouring their wines in a festive outdoor environment. and authentic bakeries will have you thinking you’re wine tasting in Europe. Explore the multitude of restaurants and retail shops, with picturesque photo opportunities at every corner. The Celebration Of Harvest Los Olivos Promenade: A quaint town and community that is a of the harvest with the Celebration of Harvest, an outdoor festival wine tasters paradise. A great place to explore the diverse wines of Santa Barbara County, with additional wineries and tasting rooms located on the outskirts of town. The annual fall Santa Barbara Vintners weekend celebrates the arrival featuring wine, food, and music. In addition, wineries and tasting rooms offer open houses and special events. THE KEY TO WINE COUNTRY Held in June and December, the “Key to Wine Country” weekends are your opportunity to unlock exclusive wine country experiences The Association Santa Barbara Vintners is a non-profit organization founded in 1983 to support and promote Santa Barbara County as a premium wine producing and wine grape growing region. To achieve this, the Vintners Association produces festivals, seminars and tastings, among other activities to assist its members. For more information about Santa Barbara Wine Country, visit the Association web site at: sbcountywines.com. Contact us at: Santa Barbara Vintners 805-688-0881, Fax: 805-686-5881 e-mail: [email protected] including vineyards hikes, blending seminars, lakeside picnics, private cellar tours, and more. Winery Events In addition, Winery and Wine Trail sponsored special events are ongoing year round including winemaker dinners, tastings of reserve wines, passport weekends, and tours of the vineyard. For a continually updated listing of Vintners and Winery events, visit the Association web site at: sbcountywines.com. 8 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY WINERIES 1. ALMA ROSA WINERY & VINEYARDS Founded by Sta. Rita Hills pioneers Thekla & Richard Sanford, Alma Rosa is committed to producing high quality Pinot Noir & Chardonnay. Join Alma Rosa at their interim tasting room while they build their new winery facility! 181 C Industrial Way, Buellton. 11am to 4:30pm. 805-688-9090; www.almarosawinery.com 2. ALTA MARIA Specializing in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Santa Maria Valley, including Santa Ynez Valley Sauvignon Blanc. We are also the exclusive Tasting Room for Native 9 and Autonom. 2933 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos.Open daily 11am to 5 pm. 805-686-1144; www.altamaria.com 3. AMPELOS CELLARS Soil. Vines. Wines. In this order. We are resolute in our passion to produce hand made, minimally invasive wines that both whisper and shout about the terrior from which they are grown. The Ampelos vineyard is sustainable, organic and biodynamic certified. 312 North Ninth Street, Lompoc. Thurs – Sun from 11am to 5pm & Mon 11am to 4pm. 805-736-9957; www.ampeloscellars.com 4. ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS Specializing in consistently delicious Rhône-style wines: Tasting Room #1: 2901-A Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. Open daily 11am to 5pm. 805-693-9644; Tasting Room #2: (Curtis Winery) 5249 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos. Open daily 10:30am to 5:30pm. 805-686-8999; www.andrewmurrayvineyards.com 5. ARTISTE WINERY Artiste’s “Impressionist” wines are art-inspired, limited-edition blends created by winemaker Bion Rice. Our unique wine and art studio experience will get your creative juices flowing. 2948 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. 11am to 5:30pm (Closed Tues and Wed). 805-686-2626; www.artiste.com 8. BABCOCK WINERY & VINEYARD Revolutionary farming and a passion for terroir continue to define this venerable, family owned winery. Delicious whites; stunning singlevineyard Syrah, Cabernet, and Sta. Rita Hills Pinots. Mid-century modern lounge available for private parties. 5175 E. Hwy 246, Lompoc. Open daily March – Oct 10:30am to 5pm / Nov – Feb 10:30am to 4pm. 805-736-1455; www.babcockwinery.com 9. BAEHNER-FOURNIER We craft small lots of Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon Blanc & a blend of our Estate Vineyard, V3. Winemaker is Steve Clifton. Tasting at The Good Life Cellars, 1672 Mission Drive, Solvang. 805-688-7118; www.bfwine.com 10. BECKMEN VINEYARDS A family owned and operated winery producing ultra-premium, estate grown Rhône varietals from our Purisima Mountain Vineyard. 2670 Ontiveros Road, Los Olivos. Open daily 11am to 5pm; picnic area. 805-688-8664; www.beckmenvineyards.com 11. BEDFORD WINERY Limited edition wines of varietal integrity from single vineyard sources: Syrah, Mourvèdre, Grenache, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and dry Gewurztraminer. 448 Bell Street, Los Alamos; Open daily 11am to 5pm; 805-344-2107; www.bedfordwinery.com 12. BLACKJACK RANCH In “Sideways”, Miles and Jack enjoyed our Maximus Syrah on “Monday morning.” Robert Parker calls Blackjack the Central Coast’s only 5-star producer of Bordeaux varietals. 2205 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang. 805-686-9922; www.blackjackranch.com 6. AU BON CLIMAT Located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara next to the Wine Cask is the Au Bon Climat tasting room and Jim Clendenen Wine Library. Featuring current releases as well as an extensive selection of library wines. 813 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara. Open daily noon to 6pm. 805-963-7999; www.aubonclimat.com 13. BLAIR FOX CELLARS AND FOX WINE CO. Is the eponymous label of the Winemaker of the Year. The ultra-boutique winery produces hand-crafted bottlings of small-lot, limited production, 90+point wines of exceptional quality. Blair Fox Tasting Room #1: 2902 San Marcos Avenue, Suite B, front door – Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos. Fri – Sun noon to 5pm & by appointment. 805-691-1678; Fox Wine Co. Tasting Room #2: 120 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara. Mon – Sun noon to 5pm. 805-699-6329; www.blairfoxcellars.com 7. AVA SANTA BARBARA Learn about wine! We focus on the 5 unique growing regions of Santa Barbara County and the varietals that grow best in each one. Our lineup of small batch offerings changes quarterly. 116 Yanonali St, Santa Barbara. Open daily noon to 7pm. 805-453-6768; www.avasantabarbara.com 14. THE BRANDER VINEYARD Specializing in Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet since 1975. 2401 North Refugio Road Santa Ynez. Open daily 11am to 5pm May 1 – Oct 31 and 11am to 4pm Nov 1 – Apr 30. 805-688-2455; www.brander.com 10 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 15. Bratcher winery Our goal at Bratcher Winery is simple: to produce elegant wines that bring in to focus the unique qualities of Santa Barbara County without being pretentious or taking ourselves too seriously. The total production for Bratcher Winery is extremely small – in most years between 600 and 800 cases. 1515 East Chestnut Ave, Lompoc. Thurs – Sun 11am to 5pm. 805-737-3900; www.bratcherwinery.com 21. CA’ DEL GREVINO Ca’ Del Grevino, meaning “House of Great Wine,” produces fine wines steeped in Italian tradition with a distinctive California style. The vineyard is planted with varietals suited to the terroir and is farmed sustainably. The fruit is all hand-harvested and hand-sorted. By appointment only. 805-937-6400; www.grevino.com and [email protected] 16. BREWER-CLIFTON Brewer-Clifton focuses solely on site-expressive wines from the Sta. Rita Hills appellation using Chardonnay and Pinot Noir as voices of place. 329 North F Street, Lompoc; Fri – Sun 11am to 4pm, Mon – Thurs by appointment. 805-735-9184; www.brewerclifton.com 22. CAMBRIA WINERY 17. BRIDLEWOOD estate WINERY Experience the unspoiled beauty of our 105-acre estate with worldclass wines, hillside vineyards and breathtaking views. 3555 Roblar Avenue, Santa Ynez. Open daily 11am to 5pm. 800-467-4100 (Reservations required for 6 or more); [email protected], www.bridlewoodwinery.com 23. CARHARTT VINEYARD AND WINERY 18. BROPHY CLARK CELLARS Winemaker John Clark and his wife, viticulturalist Kelley Brophy Clark, bring more than 30-years experience to their hand-crafted Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Red Rhône blends. 2905 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos; Los Olivos Tasting Room & Wine Shop, 805-688-7406, or by appointment, 805-296-3017; www.brophyclarkcellars.com 19. BUTTONWOOD FARM WINERY Set below our vineyard and nestled amongst gardens and orchards is Buttonwood’s Tasting Room where you can enjoy our gorgeous estate wines and delicious farm products. Savor our full range of wines on our patio or picnic in the garden! 1500 Alamo Pintado, Solvang. Open daily 11am to 5pm. 805-688-3032; www.buttonwoodwinery.com 20. BYRON VINEYARD & WINERY Byron Vineyard & Winery specializes in handcrafting Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from estate-owned vineyards in the cool climate of Santa Maria Valley, California. We strive to produce wines that are rich in character and texture and express the SMV. 2367 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos. Open Thurs – Mon 11am to 5pm. 805-938-7365; www.byronwines.com Winemaking begins on the vine. Visit our private, family-owned estate winery established in 1986 and experience the flavors of the Santa Maria Bench. 5475 Chardonnay, Santa Maria. Open daily 10am to 5pm. 805-937-8091; www.cambriawines.com Hand-crafted, limited production wines, grown, produced, and bottled by the family on the historic Rancho Santa Ynez. Varietals include Syrah, Merlot, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc, as well as some blends. Sells out fast. Tasting location: 2990 A. Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. Open daily 11am to 5:30pm. 805-693-5100; www.carharttvineyard.com 24. CARINA CELLARS Our Los Olivos tasting room is dedicated to showcasing Carina Cellars fine Rhône wines made from fruit picked from some of the best vineyards in Santa Barbara County. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will only enhance your experience of our wines. 2900 Grand Avenue (entrance on Alamo Pintado Ave. next to Panino’s), Los Olivos. Open daily 11am to 5pm. 805-688-2459; www.carinacellars.com 25. CARIVINTAS In “downtown” Solvang, next to Solvang park. Bring your pooch, enjoy our wines on our patio or inside our comfy tasting room. 476 First Street, Solvang. Mon – Fri noon to 7pm; Sat – Sun 11am to 7pm. 805-693-4331; www.carivintas.com 26. CARR VINEYARDS & WINERY Carr specializes in limited production wines including Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Syrah & Cabernet Franc. Visit us at one of our 2 locations: The Barrel Room: 414 N. Salsipuedes Street, Santa Barbara. 805-965-7985; The Warehouse: 3563 Numancia St. #101, Santa Ynez. 805-688-5757. Open daily 11am to 6pm. www.carrwinery.com 12 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 27. CASA CASSARA WINERY & VINEYARDS Casa Cassara produces several varietals at our winery, ranging from French Rhône, Bordeaux to Burgundy. All of our wines are hand bottled and labeled, quality is a priority! Our tasting room offers a place to relax and enjoy a glass of our award winning wine. Our friendly staff is knowledgeable and entertaining, we guarantee you an amazing experience! Sun, Mon, Wed, Thu noon to 6pm, Fri & Sat noon to 7:30pm. 1607 Mission Drive, Suite 112, Solvang. 805-688-8691; www.casacassarawinery.com 33. CONSILIENCE The Sanger Family of Wines-Consilience, Marianello & Tre Anelli are inspired by locally grown Rhone, Italian & Spanish varietals. Enjoy a wide variety of consistency & well-crafted wines in our beautiful & inviting tasting room. 2939 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. Open daily 11am to 5pm. 805-691-1020; www.consiliencewines.com 34. COQUELICOT VINEYARD 28. CASA DUMETZ Casa Dumetz started in 2004 with a patch of raw earth, a bucket of grapevines and a sincere commitment to producing authentic wine. Our focus is small production Rhône varietals with plenty of surprises in between. 388 Bell Street, Los Alamos. Thurs 12 to 7pm, Fri & Sat 11am to 7pm, Sun 11am to 6pm. 805-344-1900; www.casadumetzwines.com COQUELICOT (ko-klee-ko) is the name “en Francais” of the red poppy that graces the French countryside and our labels. Our vineyard is organically farmed in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley. 2884 Grand Ave, Los Olivos. Open daily 10am to 6pm (5pm Nov – Mar). 805-688-1500; www.coquelicotwines.com 35. CORE 29. CEBADA VINEYARD Cebada Vineyard is a working farm that grows and vinifies estate grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay located west of Sta. Rita Hills. Our boutique winery produces sophisticated Burgundian style wines. 1505 E. Chestnut Avenue, Lompoc. 11am to 5pm Thurs – Sun or by appointment. 805-735-8774; www.cebadawine.com Dave & Becky Corey have been immersed in the artistry & challenges of making Rhone & Bordeaux blends since 2001. Discover an impressive variety, with many high scoring wines & Santa Maria BBQ favorites. 145 Gray Street, Ste 103, Orcutt. Wed & Thurs 1 to 6pm; Fri 1 to 7pm; Sat noon to 6pm; Sun noon to 5pm. 805-937-1600; www.corewine.com 36. COSTA DE ORO WINERY 30. Cinque Stelle Winery Cinque Stelle (Cheen-kweh stell-lay) - an Italian translation of “FIVE STAR” - is a family-owned and operated vineyard, winery and boutique. Their premium wines are principally sourced from their estate vineyard in Santa Ynez Valley. 2445 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos. Thurs– Mon, 11am to 5pm. 805-686-4101; www.cinquestellewinery.com 31. CLOS PEPE ESTATE Micro-boutique production of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Tours and tastings by appointment (2 weeks is recommended). Winemaker Wes Hagen is known for his crafty, elegant, flinty Chardonnays and Pinot Noir that shows both fruit and restraint. 4777 East Highway 246, Lompoc Wine Ghetto. Taste of the Sta. Rita Hills pours our wine on Thurs – Sun 11am to 5pm and Holidays; 805-735-8774; www.clospepe.com 32. COLD HEAVEN CELLARS Cold Heaven is an independent, female-owned winery that offers heavenly Viogniers, Pinot Noirs & Syrahs from California’s coolest vineyards. 92 A 2nd Street, Buellton. Fri – Mon 12pm to 5pm. 805-686-1343; www.coldheavencellars.com An estate winery producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from our “Gold Coast Vineyard”. We strive to produce unique expressions of the vineyard, balancing elegance and power. 1331 S. Nicholson, Santa Maria. Open daily 11am to 6pm. 805-922-1468; www.costadeorowinery.com 37.COTTONWOOD CANYON VINEYARD & WINERY Enjoy our estate grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Champagne. Open Daily 10am to 5pm. Summer hours weekends to 6pm. Tastings at two locations: 3940 Dominion Road, Santa Maria, 805-937-8463; and 224A Anacapa Road, Santa Barbara, 805-963-1221; www.cottonwoodcanyon.com 38 CROWN POINT VINEYARDS Crown Point is a highly allocated Cabernet Sauvignon from the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA. Our singular mission: to make world-class wine from the highest quality estate-grown fruit. 1777 Fletcher Way, Santa Ynez. By appointment only. 805-693-9300; www.crownpointvineyards.com 14 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 39. DANIEL GEHRS WINES Located in the heart of Los Olivos in the century old Heather Cottage, we offer outdoor tastings in our Wine Garden on Saturdays. 2939 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. Open daily from 11 am to 5 pm, Saturday until 6 pm. 800-275-8138; www.danielgehrswines.com 45. FIDDLEHEAD CELLARS Kathy Joseph, owner, winemaker and farmer, is hands-on about her Pinot Noir from Fiddlestix Vineyard (Sta. Rita Hills) and her signature Sauvignon Blanc. 1597 E. Chestnut Ave, Lompoc. Fri 12pm to 5pm, Sat 11am to 5pm, Sun 12pm to 4pm. Other days by appointment. 800-251-1225; www.fiddleheadcellars.com 40. DASCOMB CELLARS Experience the charm and allure of boutique wines! A family owned/ operated winery producing limited quantity, hand-crafted wines since 2000. The Estate vineyard is located in the Happy Canyon AVA & is one of the oldest vineyards in Santa Barbara County (est.in 1974). 1659 Copenhagen Drive (corner of Copenhagen & First St.), Solvang. Open daily noon to 7pm. 805-691-9175; www.dascombcellars.com 46. FIRESTONE VINEYARD 41. DEMETRIA ESTATE 47. FLYING GOAT CELLARS Demetria Estate is a family-owned winery focused on premium quality Burgundy and Rhône-style wines. We farm using biodynamic methods and our wines are handcrafted in very limited quantities. Tours and Tasting by appointment: please call 805-686-2345. Established in 1972 as Santa Barbara County’s first estate winery, Firestone Vineyard specializes in Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Guided winery tours. 5000 Zaca Station Road, Los Olivos. Open daily 10am to 5pm. 805-688-3940; www.firestonewine.com We’re all about Pinot Noir and sparkling wine! Flying Goat is our vineyard designated Pinot label. YNOT is our blended Pinot label. Goat Bubbles is our sparkling wine label with four expressions: Rosé, Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs and Crémant. 1520 E. Chestnut Court, Unit A, Lompoc. Thur – Mon 11am to 4pm. 805-736-9032; www.flyinggoatcellars.com 42. DIERBERG AND STAR LANE Star Lane Estate Vineyard produces intense and elegant Cabernet, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc from the new warmer Happy Canyon AVA. Dierberg Estate Vineyard produces expressive Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the cooler coastal areas.1280 Drum Canyon Road, Lompoc. Open daily 11am to 5pm. Groups of 8 or more require a reservation. 805-697-1466; www.dierbergvineyard.com & www.starlanevineyard.com 48. FONTES & PHILLIPS 43. DRAGONETTE CELLARS 49. FOXEN & 7200 Obtaining grapes from the finest vineyards and applying meticulous attention to detail in the cellar, we personally handcraft small lots of critically acclaimed, ultra-premium Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Grenache. 2445 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos. Open Thurs – Mon 11am to 5pm. 805-693-0077; www.dragonettecellars.com 44. FESS PARKER WINERY & VINEYARD Founded in 1989 by actor/entrepreneur Fess Parker, along with his son Eli and daughter Ashley, three generations of the Fess Parker family are dedicated to a single mission: crafting wines of uncompromising quality & character. 6200 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos; Open daily 10am to 5pm; 805-688-1545; www.fessparkerwines.com Fontes & Phillips wines, a partnership between Alan and Rochelle Fontes-Phillips, is the culmination of over 35 years in the wine industry. Our goal is to create small bottlings of compelling handcrafted wines, generally from single vineyard sources. 3630 Sagunto Street, Ste. A-1, Santa Ynez. Fri – Mon, noon to 5pm. 805-688-2200; www.fontesandphillipswines.com The Foxen Boys’ new solar-powered winery and tasting room opened in 2009 featuring their pinots, chardonnays and Rhône-style wines. Their historic tasting shack “foxen 7200” remains open, featuring their Cal-Ital and Bordeaux-style wines. 7200 & 7600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria. Open daily from 11am to 4pm. 805-937-4251; www.foxenvineyard.com 50. GRASSINI FAMILY VINEYARDS This family-owned, boutique winery specializes in the handcrafted production of Bordeaux varietals. The estate vineyard is farmed to its fullest potential using renewable and sustainable resources. 813 Anacapa El Paseo #6, Santa Barbara. 7 days a week, noon to 6pm. (Last Tasting at 5:30pm);805-897-3366; www.grassinifamilyvineyards.com 16 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY where to find us... WINERIES Foxen Canyon Wine Trail 4b Andrew Murray Vineyards (Curtis) 11 Bedford Winery 22 Cambria Winery 28 Casa Dumetz 35 Core 36 Costa De Oro Winery 37a Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard & Winery 44 Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard 46 Firestone Vineyard 49 Foxen & 7200 62 Kenneth Volk Vineyards 63 Koehler Winery 70 Martian Ranch & Vineyard 80 Presqu’ile 82 Rancho Sisquoc Winery 85a Riverbench Vineyard & Winery 109aTres Hermanas Vineyard & Winery 113 Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards Santa Ynez Valley Wine Trail 14 The Brander Vineyard 17 Bridlewood Estate Winery 26b Carr Vineyards & Winery 32 Cold Heaven Cellars 48 Fontes & Phillips 53 Hitching Post Wines 55 Imagine Wine 60 Kalyra Winery 78 Point Concepción Wines 86 Rusack Vineyards 100 Sunstone Vineyards & Winery 112 William James Cellars Sta. Rita Hills Wine Trail 1 Alma Rosa Winery & Vineyards 3 Ampelos Cellars 8 Babcock Winery & Vineyard 15 Bratcher Winery 16 Brewer-Clifton 29 Cebada Vineyard 42 Dierberg / Star Lane 45 Fiddlehead Cellars 47 Flying Goat Cellars 54 Huber Cellars, LLC 61 Ken Brown Wines 64 Lafond Winery 67b Longoria 71 Melville Winery 72 Mosby Winery 75b Pali Wine Company 76 Palmina 89b Samsara 91a Sanford Winery & Vineyards 94 Scott Cellars 98b Stolpman Vineyards 104 Thorne Cellars, Terravant Winery 107 Transcendence 114 Zotovich Estate Vineyard&Winery Santa Barbara 6 Au Bon Climat 7 AVA Santa Barbara 13b Fox Wine Co. 26a Carr Vineyards & Winery 37b Cottonwood Canyon Vineyard & Winery 50 Grassini Family Vineyards 57 Jaffurs Wine Cellars 69 Margerum Wine Company 73 Municipal Winemakers 74 Oreana Winery 75a Pali Wine Company 85b Riverbench Vineyard & Winery 91b Sanford Winery & Vineyards 92 Santa Barbara Winery 96 Silver Wines 99 Summerland Winery Solvang Wine Trail 9 Baehner-Fournier 25 Carivintas 27 Casa Cassara Winery & Vineyards 40 Dascomb Cellars 68 Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards 79 Presidio Winery 95 Sevtap Winery 105 Toccata Wines Los Olivos Promenade 2 Alta Maria 4a Andrew Murray Vineyards 5 Artiste Winery 10 Beckmen Vineyards 12 Blackjack Ranch 13a Blair Fox Cellars 19 Buttonwood Farm Winery 20 Byron Vineyard & Winery 23 Carhartt Vineyard & Winery 24 Carina Cellars 30 Cinque Stelle Winery 33 Consilience 34 Coquelicot Vineyard 39 Daniel Gehrs Wines 43 Dragonette Cellars 56 J Ludlow 59 Kaena 65 Larner Vineyard & Winery 67a Longoria Wines 81 Qupé 83 Refugio Ranch 84 Rideau Winery & Vineyards 87 Saarloos And Sons 89a Samsara 90 Sandhi Wines; The Watering Hole At Mattei’s Tavern 98a Stolpman Vineyards & Winery 102 Tercero Wines 103 Tessa Marie 106 Toretti Family Vineyard 109bTres Hermanas Vineyard & Winery By Appointment 18 Brophy Clark Cellars 21 Ca’ Del Grevino 31 Clos Pepe Estate 38 Crown Point Vineyards 41 Demetria Estate 51 Happy Canyon Winery & Vineyards 52 Hilliard Bruce Vineyards 77 Pence Ranch 93 Scar of the Sea 97 Solminer 101 Tantara Winery 108 Turiya Wines 110 Vogelzang 111 Westerly Wines Lodging 1 Bacara Resort And Spas 2 Ballard 3 Best Western Big America Hotel And Suites 4 Cabrillo Inn At The Beach 5 The Chumash Casino Resort 6 Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa 7 Hamlet Inn 8 Hotel Corque 9 Petersen Village Inn 10 Santa Ynez Inn 11 Santa Ynez Valley Marriott 12 Upham Hotel 13 Victorian Mansion Bed And Breakfast 14 Wine Valley Inn And Cottages Restaurants 15 Ballard Inn Restaurant & Tasting Room 16 Bouchon Santa Barbara 17 Café Provence At The Petersen Inn 18 Dos Carlitos Restaurant & Tequila Bar 19 Far Western Tavern 20 Hitching Post II 21 Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café 22 Olio E Limone Ristorante & Olio Pizzeria 23 Root 246 24 Sides Hardware And Shoes A Brothers’ Restaurant 25 Terravant 26 The Willows At Chumash Casino Resort 27 Wine Cask & Intermezzo Bar-Café TOURING & MORE 28 Breakaway Tours & Event Planning 29 Santa Barbara Airbus 30 Stagecoach Co. Wine Tours 31 The Wine Line WINE SHOP 32 Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café WINE SHIPPING 33 Postal Annex THINGS TO DO & SEE 34 Sky’s The Limit Ballooning Adventure TOURISM PARTNERS 35 Buellton Chamber Of Commerce And Visitors Bureau 36 Lompoc Valley Chamber Of Commerce & Visitors Bureau 37 Visit Santa Barbara 38 Santa Maria Valley Chamber Of Commerce And Visitor & Convention Bureau 39 Santa Ynez Valley Visitors Association 40 Solvang Conference & Visitors Bureau DETAILED MAPS Photograph by Jeremy Ball 18 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 51. HAPPY CANYON WINERY & VINEYARDS We are family owned and operated vineyard producing Bordeaux varietal wines that express a unique harmony of land, family, and heritage. Our all estate wines include Chukker, Piocho, and Barrack. Appointment Only: 805-203-0749; www.happycanyonvineyard.com 52. Hilliard Bruce VINEYARDS Landscaped 101 acre property with 21 acre vineyard and new winery located on 246. John Hilliard and Christine Bruce grow their own grapes and make the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. 2097 Vineyard View Lane, Lompoc. By appointment. 805-736-5366; www.hilliardbruce.com 58. JORIAN HILL WINERY & VINEYARDS Producing Rhône varietals, Syrah, Viognier and a blend, Beespoke. The philosophy has been to select only the very finest fruit from their 7 acre estate vineyard for use in their small lot artisan wines. Not open to the public. www.jorianhill.com 59. KAENA Established in 2001, Kaena has been specializing in truly-handcrafted vineyard-designate Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Sauvignon Blanc. Hawaiian born Winemaker, Mikael Sigouin, has been named one of the most promising winemakers by Wine Spectator. 2890 Grand Avenue, Suite 107, Los Olivos. Thurs – Mon noon to 5pm. 806-688-4069; www.kaenawine.com 53. HITCHING POST WINES Frank Ostini and Gray Hartley make handcrafted, food friendly, “Soulful Pinots, year in and year out” (Jim Laube), and feature them at the Hitching Post Restaurant, proclaimed “A Must” (New York Times). 406 E. Hwy 246, Buellton. Mon – Fri 4pm to 6pm, Sat – Sun 3pm to 5pm. 805-688-0676; www.hpwines.com 60. KALYRA WINERY With a casual vibe and stunning vistas, Kalyra is a destination winery offering distinctive red, white and rare dessert/port wines with an international flair. Cheese plates. Vista Deck Bar. Wines by the Glass. 343 North Refugio Road, Santa Ynez. Mon – Fri 11am to 5pm, Sat & Sun 10am to 5pm. 805-693-8864; www.kalyrawinery.com 54. HUBER CELLARS, LLC Family operated Estate is located in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA and specializes in award winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Dornfelder & Dornfelder Dessert Wine. Located at 4892 Hapgood Road., Lompoc off Hwy 246. Tasting Friday and Saturday from 11am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm. 805-736-3854; www.hubercellars.com 55. IMAGINE WINE Handcrafted, small lots of extraordinary wine, personally poured by winemaker, Ross Jay Rankin & his wife, LynDee. Gold medal PM Syrah & Viognier, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Zinfandel & Cabernet Sauvignon. Pleasant Art Gallery setting. 3563 Numancia Street, Santa Ynez. Open daily 11am to 6pm. 805-688-1769; www.imaginewine.com 61. KEN BROWN WINES Ken Brown, pioneering SBC winemaking since 1977, focuses on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Syrah. Tastings 157 W. Hwy 246, Buellton. Thurs – Sun, 11am to 4:30pm. 805-688-9400; www.kenbrownwines.com 62. KENNETH VOLK VINEYARDS Come and enjoy the most comprehensive wine portfolio produced in Santa Barbara wine country. For groups of 8 or more, a reservation is appreciated. Located at 5230 Tepusquet Road, Santa Maria. Open daily 10:30am to 4:30pm. 805-938-7896; www.volkwines.com 63. KOEHLER WINERY 56. J LUDLOW Family-owned winery carefully nurturing our unique wine from grape, to barrel, to bottle. Cabernet Sauvigon, Merlot and Sauvignon Blanc. 2890 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. www.jludlowvineyard.com. We invite you to visit us and taste our Award-Wining Viognier, Syrah, Grenache, Sangiovese, Magia Nera, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Sauvignon Blanc. Bring a picnic and enjoy our tranquil setting. 5360 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos. Open daily 10am to 5pm. 805-693-8384; www.koehlerwinery.com 57. JAFFURS WINE CELLARS Our family owned winery produces very limited quantities of Syrah and other Rhône varietal wines. Winery and tasting room is located in downtown Santa Barbara at 819 E. Montecito Street. Tasting room open on weekends and seasonally on weekdays from 11am to 5pm. 805-962-7003; www.jaffurswine.com 64. LAFOND WINERY Visit our beautiful picnic grounds overlooking the vineyard and Sta. Rita Hills. We specialize in Pinot Noir, Syrah and Chardonnay. 6855 Santa Rosa Road, Buellton. Open daily 10am to 5pm; 805-688-7921; www.lafondwinery.com 20 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 65. LARNER VINEYARD & WINERY A family-run boutique winery specializing in a limited production of handcrafted wines including Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, and Viognier, tasting room at 2900 Grand Ave, inside the historic Los Olivos General Store. Thurs – Mon 11am to 5pm; 805-688-8148; www.larnerwine.com 71. MELVILLE WINERY Melville is a 100% estate winery producing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah. Tasting room and picnic area located in the Sta. Rita Hills. 5185 E. Highway 246, Lompoc. Group tours on Saturdays & Sundays at noon & 2pm. Open daily 11am to 4pm. 805-735-7030; www.melvillewinery.com 66. LAVENDAR OAK VINEYARD Dean & Christi Heck have partnered with pioneer Michael Benedict using sustainable farming techniques. All wines are estate produced by hand in small batches. 310-721-1988; [email protected] 72. MOSBY WINERY Committed to producing award-winning Cal-Italian wines: Pinot Grigio, Cortese, Traminer, Sangiovese, Dolcetto, Teroldego, Lagrein, and Primativo. 9496 Santa Rosa Road, Buellton; Open Mon – Fri 10am to 4pm, Sat – Sun 10am to 4:30pm; 805-688-2415; www.mosbywines.com 67. LONGORIA WINES Producing ultra premium wines since 1982: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Albarino, Syrah, Tempranillo & Bordeaux-style blends. Los Olivos: 2935 Grand Ave., daily 11am to 4:30pm and Winery: 1700 Industrial Way, Unit A, Lompoc, Fri – Sun 11am to 4:30pm. 866-759-4637; www.longoriawine.com 73. MUNICIPAL WINEMAKERS After spending our formative years traveling and studying terroir and techniques, we are now working hard to make honest, interesting, and delicious wines for the people of this world. We do this with love—carefully and slowly. 22 Anacapa St., Santa Barbara; Sun – Wed 11am to 6pm, Thurs, Fri & Sat 11am to 11pm; 805-931-6864; www.municipalwinemakers.com 68. LUCAS & LEWELLEN VINEYARDS Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards is a small family-owned winery located in the heart of “Sideways” country – Santa Barbara County. We farm 400 acres of estate grown, handpicked grapes located in 3 different microclimates. 1645 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. Sun – Thurs 10am to 5pm, Fri – Sat 10am to 8pm. 805-686-9336; www.llwine.com 74. OREANA WINERY Located in a converted tire shop two blocks from the beach, Winemaker Christian Garvin produces micro-batches of Pinot Noir, Syrah, Malbec and eclectic blends. Open daily 11am to 5pm at 205 Anacapa Street, 805-962-5857; www.oreanawinery.com 69. MARGERUM WINE COMPANY MWC creates handcrafted wines that are indicative of the place where they are grown. We make wines that have individual characteristics and personality. The scale of production is at a level where we can know the wine as it is raised the antithesis. 813 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara Studio C in El Paseo adjacent to the Wine Cask Restaurant and Intermezzo Cafe; Daily noon to 6pm or by appointment at the winery. 805-845-8435; www.margerumwinecompany.com 75. PALI WINE COMPANY Founded in 2005, Pali Wine Co. produces highly-rated single-vineyard & appellations-specific premium Pinot Noirs for the best possible price without compromising vineyard sources & winemaking. 116 E. Yanonali Street, Santa Barbara and 1501 E. Chestnut Street, Lompoc. 11am to 6pm Thur; 11am to 7pm, Fri – Sun. 805-560-7254; www.paliwineco.com 70. MARTIAN RANCH & VINEYARD Martian is a down to earth biodynamic vineyard and winery in Los Alamos, California. Dedicated to the journey from sky to ground to grape to barrel to bottle and straight into your glass. 9110 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos, 3.2 miles off the 101 Hwy on the right hand side! Wed – Sun 11am to 5pm. 805-344-1804; www.martianvineyard.com 76. PALMINA Vintners Steve & Chrystal Clifton produce handcrafted Italian varietals that are an extension of the plate. Visit our enoteca for a unique tasting experience! 1520 E. Chestnut Ct, Lompoc. Open Thurs – Sun 11am to 5pm. 805-735-2030; www.palminawines.com 22 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 77. PENCE RANCH Pence Ranch specializes in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Syrah. We farm 100% organically producing wines that give pleasure and have flavor. We see selfreliance as a virtue growing everything ourselves. This philosophy extends to our diverse agriculture emphasis on heirloom orchards and vegetables. Tours & Tastings by appointment only. 805-735-7000; www.penceranch.com 78. POINT CONCEPCIÓN WINES We established Point Concepción Wines in 2002 with the goal of producting food friendly wines from California’s Central Coast which are ready to enjoy upon release. 420 E. Highway 246, Buellton. Thurs – Mon, 10am to 5pm. 805-691-1300; www.pointconcepcionwines.com 83. REFUGIO RANCH Within this 415 acre estate, covered largely by old oak trees, 26 select acres were strategically planted and have been well cared for by the Gleason Family to produce the premium grapes that comprise Refugio Ranch wines. 2990 Grand Ave, Los Olivos. Sun – Thurs 11am to 5pm, Fri – Sat 11am to 6pm. 805-688-5499; www.refugioranch.com 84. RIDEAU WINERY & VINEYARDS We are boutique winery in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, specializing in Rhône varietals. 1562 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang. Sun – Fri 11am to 4:30pm, Sat 11am to 5pm. 805-688-0717; www.rideauvineyard.com 85. RIVERBENCH VINEYARD & WINERY 79. PRESIDIO WINERY Producing Pinot Noir, Syrah & Chardonnay from a vineyard located west of Sta. Rita Hills in Lompoc. 1603 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. Open daily 11am to 6pm; 805-693-8585; www.presidiowinery.com 80. PRESQU’ILE At Presqu’ile (press-KEEL) we strive to produce complex, elegant and balanced wines that represent the essence of their terroir. For the full Presqu’ile experience, visit our state of the art tasting room open 5391 Presquile Drive, Santa Maria. April–Nov: Daily 11am to 5pm; Dec–Mar: Fri–Mon 11am to 5pm, Tues–Thurs: By Appointment Only. 805-937-8110; www.presquilewine.com 81. QUPÉ Producer of Organic and Biodynamic wines from some of the Central Coast’s premier vineyards. Specializing in Rhône varieties and Chardonnay, Qupé has been a pioneer in the region since 1982. 2963 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos. Daily from 11am to 5pm. 805-686-4200; www.qupe.com 82. RANCHO SISQUOC WINERY Our estate grown, handcrafted award winning wines include Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Sylvaner, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and many more.A lush setting for spending a tranquil afternoon. We invite you to visit our tasting room. 6600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria; Mon–Thur 10am to 4pm, Fri–Sun 10am to 5pm; 805-934-4332; www.ranchosisquoc.com For 40 years, our Riverbench Vineyard has been recognized for producing world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from the Santa Maria Valley. 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd, Santa Maria. Open daily 10am to 4pm, 805-937-8340; 137 Anacapa St, Suite C, Santa Barbara. Open daily 11am to 6pm, 805-324-4100; www.riverbench.com 86. RUSACK VINEYARDS A small boutique winery dedicated to producing outstanding handcrafted wines. Enjoy a picnic on our inviting redwood deck constructed around four ancient oaks and offering breathtaking views. 1819 Ballard Canyon Road, Solvang; Open daily 11am to 5pm, except for major holidays, please check our website; 805-688-1278; www.rusackvineyards.com 87. SAARLOOS AND SONS The BEST winery you have never heard of. Those things that cannot be explained, do not deserve to be cheapened by explanatory terms. Wine should not be explained, but experienced. No SNOBS. 2971 Grand Ave, Los Olivos. Open Every Day 11am to 5pm. 805-688-1200; www.saarloosandsons.com 88. SAGEBRUSH ANNIE’S We are small producers of Cabernet Sauvignon in a unique microclimate found in the south eastern area of Santa Barbara Co., elevation 3,000 ft. Our wines have won 38 Gold Medals so far and are made at Central Coast Wine Services in Santa Maria. 4211 Highway 33, Ventucopa. Sat.and Sun 11:30am to 4:30pm or by appt. (Closed in Jan. & for wine events). 661-766-2319; www.sagebrushannies.com 24 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 89. SAMSARA Samsara uses whole clusters in fermentations giving savory aromatics & structure to the wine. The result is a tenuous balance between the power of nature & the human desire to reach perfection. Tasting Room #1: 2446 Alamo Pintado Ave., Los Olivos. Thur – Mon, 11am to 5pm. 805-688-8689; Tasting Room #2: 1500 E. Chestnut #A, Lompoc. Fri – Sun 10am to 4pm. 805-331-2292; www.samsarawine.com 95. SEVTAP WINERY Hottest tasting room in Solvang. Live music on the weekend! Specializing in Bordeaux varietals. 1576 Copenhagen Dr. #1, Solvang. Sun, Mon, Thur 11am to 8pm; Fri – Sat, 11am to 9pm. 805-693-9200; www.sevtapwinery.com 96. SILVER WINES 90. SANDHI WINERY; THE WATERING HOLE AT MATTEI’S TAVERN Sandhi is a small production winery focusing on select vineyards from Sta. Rita Hills AVA. We are dedicated to making wines with finesse, minerality, acidity, structure and balance. 2329 Jonata Avenue, Los Olivos. Thurs – Sat 11am to 5pm; 805-688-1341; www.sandhiwines.com Hand picked, foot stomped, and massaged grapes result in terroir driven aromatic and complex wines with a grape personality, built to last. 724 Reddick Street, Santa Barbara. Fri, Sat & Sun 11am to 5pm. 805-963-3052; www.silverwines.com 97. SOLMINER 91. SANFORD WINERY & VINEYARDS Established in 1981, Sanford is located in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, producing world class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Visit us at our beautiful tasting room. Winery tours Sat & Sun or by appt. Tasting Room #1 : 5010 Santa Rosa Road, Lompoc. Open daily 11am to 4pm (5pm Fri & Sat, March – Oct). 805-735-5900 ext 2; Tasting Room #2 : 1114 State Street, Santa Barbara. Open daily noon to 6pm. 805-770-7873; www.sanfordwinery.com 92. SANTA BARBARA WINERY The county’s oldest winery (est. in 1962) is just two blocks away from the beach in Santa Barbara. A wide variety of award wining wines from our Lafond Vineyard in the Sta. Rita Hills. 202 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara; Open Mon – Thurs 10am to 6pm, Fri – Sat 10am to 7pm; 805-963-3633; 800-225-3633; www.sbwinery.com Small Los Olivos vineyard producing organic Syrah, Riesling, Grüner Veltliner and Blaufränkisch. Focus on unique varietals, native yeasts, minimal intervention and maximum expression of terroir. 805-691-9195; www.solminer.com 98. STOLPMAN VINEYARDS Stolpman produces world class wines from fruit grown at our Ballard Canyon Estate, including Syrah, Rousanne and Sangiovese. Tasting Room #1: 2434 Alamo Pintado Ave, Los Olivos. Open daily 11am to 5pm. 805-688-0400; Tasting Room #2: 1700 Industrial Way, Ste. B, Lompoc. Fri – Sun 12pm to 5pm. 805-736-5000; www.stolpmanvineyards.com 99. SUMMERLAND WINERY 93. SCAR OF THE SEA Scar of the Sea wines is a small project focused on producing Pinot Noir and cider that is unique to a place, is balanced, complex and most importantly, is fun and delicious to drink! 805-234-8636; www.scaroftheseawines.com A unique tasting room experience featuring our award-winning Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Rhône varietal wines. Enjoy a peaceful seaside setting on our spacious patio. 2330 Lillie Avenue, Summerland; Open daily: Call for hours. 805-565-WINE (9463); www.summerlandwine.com 100. SUNSTONE VINEYARDS & WINERY 94. SCOTT CELLARS Scott Cellars is a Sangiovese House. We produce ultra-premium vineyard designate Sangioveses with a distinct “California Style.” They are rich and concentrated with loads of fruit flavors. 318 North F Street, Lompoc. Fri – Sun 11am to 4pm, or by appointment. 805-736-6161; www.scottcellars.com Sunstone is your portal to Provence and Tuscany. The barrel caves, courtyards and picnic grounds, surrounded by organic vineyards, provide the perfect place to experience winemaker Nick de Luca’s world class wines. 125 Refugio Road, Santa Ynez; Open daily 11am to 5pm; 800-313-WINE (9463); www.sunstonewinery.com 26 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY 101. TANTARA WINES 108. TURIYA WINES 102. TERCERO WINES 109. TRES HERMANAS VINEYARD & WINERY Tantara is a small producer of a dozen or more different Pinots with occasional ventures with other varieties. Appointment only. 2330 Westgate Road, Santa Maria. 805-938-5051; www.tantarawines.com We produce small lot, hand crafted wines using grapes from leading Santa Barbara County vineyards. We specialize in Rhône varieties, such as Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Mourvèdre, Grenache & Gewurztraminer. 2445 Alamo Pintado Ave, Suite 104 (entrance on San Marcos Avenue), Los Olivos. Thur – Mon noon to 5ish. 805-245-9584; www.tercerowines.com 103. TESSA MARIE Tessa Marie oversees a portfolio of Cal-Italian wines in her modern, yet warm tasting room. Sangiovese is her flagship wine, and displays a New World sensibility. 2901 Grand Avenue, Suite C, Los Olivos. Thurs – Sun 11:30am to 5pm. 805-688-6081; www.tessamariewines.com 104. THORNE CELLARS, TERRAVANT WINERY Turiya is determined to create rare, fine-tuned wines, both blends as well as extremely small releases of single cultivars. Reds only. 316 North F Street, Lompoc. Barrel tasting by appointment; 805-478-7016; www.turiyawines.com Specializing in small-lot Syrah, Viognier, Roussanne, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Muscat Canelli, Refosco, & Cuvée’s. Tasting Room #1: 9660 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria. Open daily 10am to 5pm. 805-937-8451; Tasting Room #2: 2948 San Marcos Avenue, Los Olivos. Fri–Sun, noon to 5pm. 805-691-9598; www.treshermanaswinery.com 110. VOGELZANG VINEYARD Located in Happy Canyon AVA, widely acclaimed for its Bordeaux varietals, Vogelzang Vineyard produces three estate wines, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Viognier; and a Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir. 1129 State Street, Suite 3E, Santa Barbara. 805-568-0900; www.vogelzang.com Thorne Wine is Estate Grown Pinot Noir from our Rio Vista Vineyard, in Sta. R ita Hills, Santa Barbara County. We have 65 acres of 100% Pinot Noir. In addition to our own wine we sell to a number of local winemakers. Avant Tapas, at Terravant Winery, 35 Industrial Way, Buellton. Thurs – Mon 11am to 9pm. 805-686-9400 x5; www.avantwines.com 111. WESTERLY WINES 105. TOCCATA WINES 112. WILLIAM JAMES CELLARS Known for their approachable style and excellent quality at reasonable prices, Toccata produces estate-grown Italian varietals including Pinot Grigio, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Moscato, Sangiovese, Dolcetto, and the ever popular Super Tuscan blend. 1665 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang. Sun – Thurs 10am to 5pm, Fri – Sat 10am to 8pm. 805-686-5506; wwww.toccatawines.com Westerly is dedicated to showcasing wines from the unique growing regions of Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara and Sta. Rita Hills. With an unwavering pursuit of quality and attention to detail, Westerly delivers wines of character and rugged sophistication. 1733 Fletcher Way, Santa Ynez. By appointment only. 805-693-9300; www.westerlywines.com Winemaker Robin Bogue, 20 years of award-winning experience, invites you to excite your palate with her handcrafted varietals: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Grenache, Syrah, and Pinot Noir. 3640 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez. 805-478-9412; www.williamjamescellars.com 113. ZACA MESA WINERY & VINEYARDS 106. TORETTI FAMILY VINEYARD Boutique vineyard located on five acres in the Santa Maria Valley. Our focus is small lot productions of Premium Pinot Noir. 2933 San Marcos Ave, Suite 101, Los Olivos. Thurs – Mon 12:30pm to 5:30pm; 805-688-8002; www.toretti.com Established in 1973, we are a sustainable, family-owned, estate dedicated to the Rhône varieties (Syrah, Viognier, Roussanne, and Grenache). Bring a picnic and enjoy a quick hike, some chess and our beautiful courtyard. 6905 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos. Open daily 10am to 4pm; 805-688-9339; www.zacamesa.com 107. TRANSCENDENCE 114. ZOTOVICH ESTATE VINEYARD & WINERY We are a boutique winery dedicated to making small lots of exceptional cool-climate Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay with structure, nuance, complexity, elegance and ageing potential. 313 North “F” Street, Lompoc. Fri – Sun, 11am to 4pm. 805-689-5258; www.transcendwines.com Zotovich is a small family owned and operated winery that sources all it’s fruit from our 36 acre estate vineyard located in Sta. Rita Hills. We focus on Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Viognier. 300 N. 12th Street, Suite 1D, Lompoc. Thurs – Sun 10am to 5pm. 805-736-1600; www.zotovichcellars.com 28 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY Take it EASY ( 1 ) Plan ahead. Map out a route, checking tasting room hours. The two wineries you’d most like to visit may be 50 miles apart. You’ll also notice that some wineries house their tasting rooms in our small towns while others have chosen retail wine bars and shops to be their official tasting rooms, so your favorites may be right next door to each other. Whether its 50 miles or 50 feet, remember: four or five wineries is still a full day. Most tasting rooms charge for sampling wines. ( 2 ) There is usually something special happening in wine country year round. Check the Association web site for a listing of events at sbcountywines.com. ( 3 ) Please drive carefully and courteously. The pace here is a little slower, so relax and enjoy the drive. It’s part of the experience. There’s no telling when a covey of quail will dart across the road. ( 4 ) A designated driver is encouraged to ensure safety on the road. Over-imbibers will not be served, even if you’re not driving. It’s the law. There are many transportation companies throughout Santa Barbara Wine Country if you prefer to leave the driving to someone else. ( 5 ) Gas up before you head out to the country. It may be a long distance between service stations. With that in mind, you may want to bring a picnic lunch. Most wineries do not serve food, but many have beautiful picnic areas. There are also wonderful places to dine in town, some with outdoor seating. ( 6 ) An overnight stay is always recommended. There are a lot of places to stay when you visit Santa Barbara County – from hotels on the beach, to spa resorts in the countryside to places in town. VINEYARDS Great wine starts in the vineyard with great grapes. Blessed with excellent climate, soil and topography, and guided by their care and concern for the land, Santa Barbara County’s winegrowers bring modern growing methods to the age-old art of viticulture, producing some of the finest wine grapes in the world. Allan Hancock College Vineyard A student vineyard in the Los Alamos Valley researching clones and rootstocks. www.hancockcollege.edu BIEN NACIDO VINEYARDS/SOLOMON HILLS VINEYARDS CENTRAL COAST WINE SERVICES Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Pinot Blanc, Viognier, Merlot, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Pinot Gris, Roussanne, and Tocai Friulano. [email protected] or www.biennacidovineyards.com Black Oak Vineyard Syrah in the Los Alamos Valley. [email protected] BRAVE & MAIDEN ESTATE Premium quality grapes sustainably farmed. Varietals include Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Verdot & Syrah. www.braveandmaiden.com DUVARITA Vineyard We are a family owned, sustainably grown vineyard between La Purisima Mission and the western edge of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Our sandy hillsides are perfect for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah. [email protected] Fe Ciega Vineyard Pinot Noir in the Santa Rita Hills. [email protected] HIGHLAND OAKS VINEYARD Densely planted, hand harvested & field blended. Viognier, Syrah & Grenache thrive on a steep hillside that mimics the Northern Rhône Valley. [email protected] Honea Vineyards Santa Ynez Valley Arneis, Barbera, Dolcetto, Lagrein, Merlot, Muscat Canelli, Nebbiolo, Pinot Grigio, Tocai Friulano and Sangiovese. www.honeavineyards.com MOUNT CARMEL Planted in 1990 as one of the first in this area, these vines are stressed on steep, south facing slopes in limestone and botella clay. Consistantly producing remarkable fruit, the Piazza family currently sells exclusivly to Brewer-Clifton Winery. [email protected] RANCHO BOA VISTA Vineyard is certified organic and produces Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Petite Syrah & Sryah. SEA SMOKE Estate-grown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Blanc de Noirs sparkling wine from the heart of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. For more information, visit www.seasmoke.com. SIERRA MADRE VINEYARD Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. www.sierramadrevineyard.com 30 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY LODGING We hope that you can stay for a few days during your visit to Santa Barbara Wine Country! You’ll need a home base, and you’ll find our friendly accommodation partners are eager to do everything they can to make your stay the best ever. 1. BACARA RESORT AND SPA 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93117 805-968-0100, 877-422-4245, www.bacararesort.com Set on seventy-eight beachfront acres, Bacara Resort & Spa is the closest service luxury resort and spa to Santa Barbara County’s premier wine region. 2. Ballard Inn 2436 Baseline Avenue, Ballard, CA 93463 805-688-7770, www.ballardinn.com. Daily from 8:00am to 9:00pm Romantic four diamond country inn offers 15 individually decorated rooms, many with fireplaces. Wine, hors d’oeuvres, and full breakfast included with stay. 3. Best Western Big America Hotel and Suites 1725 N. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-922-5200, 800-426-3213, www.bigamerica.com Gateway to the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail! AAA rated three diamond hotel. Deluxe continental breakfast, heated pool, spa and restaurant. High speed Internet access in all rooms. Clean, comfortable accommodations for your wine country visit. 4. Cabrillo Inn at the Beach 931 E. Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA 93103-3642 800-648-6708, 805-966-1641, www.cabrillo-inn.com ; 7:00am to 11:00pm 5 star Oceanfront location at a surprisingly affordable rate! “East Beach” location offering spectacular Ocean and Channel Island views from your room, heated pool, two 2nd floor sundecks or our lounge where we serve our continental breakfast. Ask about “Free Nights.” Mention “SBCVA” for special rates. 5. THE Chumash Casino Resort 3400 East Highway 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 800-248-6274, 800-CHUMASH, www.chumashcasino.com Located in the beautiful wine country of the Santa Ynez Valley, Chumash Casino Resort is your place for excitement. The casino features thrilling gaming, 24-hours a day with 2,000 of the latest slot machines, 40 table games, bingo, and poker. The property also features an upscale AAA Four-Diamond rated hotel with 106 spacious rooms, including 17 luxury suites. 6. FESS PARKER WINE COUNTRY INN & SPA 2860 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441 805-798-4047, www.fessparkerinn.com The Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa is a well-appointed luxury hotel nestled in the charming and picturesque Santa Ynez Valley. The premier destination for food, wine and spa enthusiasts, the Inn offers guests the ultimate experience in luxury travel. 7. HAMLET INN 1532 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-4413, www.thehamletinn.com ; Office hours: Daily, 8:00am to 10:00pm Come enjoy our Danish Modern furnishings and amenities such as Vers ipod docks and free wireless internet. We’re located in the heart of downtown Solvang. Our complimentary bicycles are perfect for getting around town whether you’re wine tasting, shopping or both, its a fun way to take in all that Solvang has to offer. Before going out to dinner, wind down in our gazebo, or play a game of bocce ball! 8. HOTEL CORQUE 400 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA 93463 800-624-5572, www.hotelcorque.com If you’re looking for a relaxed and enriching wine country escape look no further than Hotel Corque in the quaint town of Solvang. From its elegant yet rustic design to its warm and professional hotel staff, the natural and relaxed beauty of the wine country can be seen and felt throughout this luxury boutique hotel. Hotel Corque features 122 guestrooms, including 16 specialty suites and the Chairman’s Suite. 9. Petersen Village Inn 1576 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-3121, 800-321-8985, www.peterseninn.com Four Diamond country inn offering dining at its finest “Café Provence” and a full European buffet breakfast. Luxurious accommodations, winemaker dinners and meeting facilities. 10. Santa Ynez Inn 3627 Sagunto Street, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 805-688-5588, www.santaynezinn.com Voted Top 25 Small Hotels in the nation for 2013 in Trip Advisor, the Santa Ynez Inn offers a unique blend of Victorian design with modern amenities. Relax in whirlpool tubs, steam showers, and indulge in breakfast each morning included in your stay. We hope to see you soon! 11. SANTA YNEZ VALLEY MARRIOTT 555 McMurray Road, Buellton, CA 93427 805-688-1000, www.syvmarriott.com Welcome to the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott - a place where business meets pleasure, where your senses are indulged and your spirit is renewed, a place where your most pressing decision is shiraz or chardonnay. A mix of countryside charm and modern amenities, the Santa Ynez Valley Marriott is designed for an unpretentious Santa Barbara wine country escape. Indulge your senses and renew your spirit in the serenity and beauty of the Santa Ynez Valley. 12. UPHAM HOTEL 1404 De La Vina Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-962-0058, www.uphamhotel.com Established in 1871, this beautifully restored hotel is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara. A complimentary continental breakfast buffet and afternoon refreshments are provided daily. 13. VICTORIAN MANSION BED AND BREAKFAST 326 Bell Street, Los Alamos, California 93440 805-344-1300, www.thevick.com Operating hours: Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Recognized as a “must see” in California. Six luxurious, masterfully themed suites in the heart of the wine country, each with fireplace, hot tub, in-suite breakfast and a bottle of local wine. 14. Wine Valley Inn and Cottages 1564 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 800-824-6444, www.winevalleyinn.com It’s ok to WINE a bit.... Located in the heart of the Santa Ynez wine country, Wine Valley Inn is not only the ideal starting point for your adventures, but also a great place to unwind and end your day. 32 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY RESTAURANTS Great food to complement your favorite local wine is easy to find in Santa Barbara County. Seems like wherever there is good wine, you will find great chefs. We are lucky to have a thriving culinary environment here in Santa Barbara Wine Country. 15. Ballard Inn Restaurant & Tasting Room 2436 Baseline Avenue, Ballard, CA 93463 805-688-7770, www.ballardinn.com Serving Wed – Sun 5:30pm to 9:00pm. Chef Budi Kazali’s award-winning cuisine, an extensive wine list, exceptional service and a romantic atmosphere create a memorable dining experience. 21. LOS OLIVOS WINE MERCHANT & CAFÉ 2879 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441 805-688-7265, www.losolivoscafe.com Serving daily 11:30am to 8:30pm Awarded Open Table’s TOP 50 restaurant wine lists in the COUNTRY! At the Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Cafe you really do get to taste the California Central Coast. Since 1995 they have taken great care in selecting each item that makes its way onto your plate. 22. OLIO e LIMONE RISTORANTE & OLIO PIZZERIA 11 W. Victoria Street, 17 & 21, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-899-2699, www.olioelimone.com and www.oliopizzeria.com Olio e Limone: Serving LUNCH Mon – Sat, 11:30am to 2:00pm; DINNER nightly from 5:00pm; Olio Pizzeria: Serving daily 11:30am to close. Experience artisanal Italian dishes from the “freshest ingredients supported by a superb wine list.” Cocktails | Private Dining | Pizzeria next door 23. ROOT 246 9 West Victoria Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-730-1160, www.bouchonsantabarbara.com Serving seven nights from 5:30pm. Dinner nightly 5:30pm. Wine Spectator “Award of Excellence” recipient. Over fifty local wines by the glass. Fresh fish and local produce from farmers markets. Roast duck, venison, rack of lamb, steak and foie gras are some of our favorites. 420 Alisal Road, Solvang, CA 93463 805-686-8681, www.root-246.com Serving dinner Wed – Sunday. Brunch Sundays. At Root 246, you’ll find contemporary, American cuisine that’s farm-to-table fresh. The inspired dinner and cocktail menus bring out the best in the locally grown ingredients. Root 246’s modern, state-of-the-art design and a knowledgeable and accommodating staff truly complement the menu. Pair any meal with one of the restaurant’s 1,800 wine selections. 17. CAFÉ PROVENCE AT THE PETERSEN INN 24. SIDES HARDWARE AND SHOES A BROTHERS’ RESTAURANT 16. BOUCHON SANTA BARBARA 1576 Mission Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-3121, www.peterseninn.com Serving dinner Wed – Sun. Leisurely dine in an upscale bistro setting with an unhurried atmosphere.Enjoy local wines along with European & Mediterranean cuisine. 18. DOS CARLITOS RESTAURANT & TEQUILA BAR 3544 Sagunto St., Santa Ynez, CA 93460; corner of Edison & Sagunto 805-688-0033, www.doscarlitosrestaurant.com Serving seven days a week 11am to 9pm. Dos Carlitos offers inspired Mexican & Latin cuisine handcrafted from the freshest ingredients. Combining bold flavors, award-winning margaritas and a lively ambiance, Dos Carlitos is a place to enjoy friends and family in a relaxed outdoor patio or casual indoor setting. Voted “Best Restaurant in Santa Ynez Valley.” 19. FAR WESTERN TAVERN 300 East Clark Avenue, Old Town Orcutt, CA 93455 805-937-2211, www.farwesterntavern.com Serving Mon – Th: Lunch 11am to 2pm / Dinner 4pm to 9pm; Fri – Sat: Lunch 11am to 2pm / Dinner 4pm to 10pm; Sun: Brunch–Lunch 9am to 2 pm / Dinner 4pm to 9pm. The Far Western Tavern is recognized as a landmark of Santa Maria Style Barbecue, our menu blends local barbecue style with other dishes that reflect the Santa Maria Valley’s Swiss-Italian ranching community. 20. Hitching Post II 406 East Highway 246, Buellton, CA 93427 805-688-0676, www.hitchingpost2.com Serving Mon – Fri 4:00 to 9:30pm, Sat & Sun 3:00 to 9:30pm A locals’ favorite since 1986, then Sideways. Known for the best in “Oakfired” BBQ steaks, seafood, and artichokes. Famous for fabulous fries and their own highly regarded Hitching Post Pinot Noirs. 2375 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441 805-688-4820, www.brothersrestaurant.com Serving breakfast: Fri – Sun, 8am to 11am; Lunch: Daily, 11:30am to 2:30pm. Serving dinner: Every day, 5 to 8:30pm. Reservations suggested. Breakfast and Lunch seating is First Come, First Served. No reservations required. The Brothers, Jeff and Matt NIchols, new restaurant in Los Olivos. Presenting American Craftsman Cuisine. Serving local wines “on tap” in the heart of Santa Barbara wine country. 25. TERRAVANT 35 Industrial Way, Buellton, CA 93427 805-686-4742, www.avantwines.com Serving Sun – Thurs 11:00am to 9:00pm, Fri & Sat 11:00am to 10:00pm. Terravant features local produce, beef and lamb and wood-fired pizzas. Feel like a winemaker, sit at the blending bar and try your hand at it. The wine club has many great benefits and events. 26. The Willows at Chumash Casino Resort 3400 East Highway 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 805-686-3855, 800-CHUMASH, www.chumashcasino.com The Willows: serving daily at 5pm. Lounge opens at 3pm. Specializing in mouthwatering prime steaks and seafood, this AAA Four- Diamond rated restaurant also features an extensive selection of local and imported wines, all served in an exquisitely appointed setting. Reservations are recommended. Call 805-686-0855. 27. WINE CASK & Intermezzo Bar-Café 813 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 805-966-9463, www.winecask.com, www.intermezzosb.com Serving lunch Tues – Fri, 11:30am to 2:30pm & Dinner nightly from 5:30pm. Intermezzo Bar-Cafe serving Mon–Fri 4:00pm to close, Sat 12:00 to 11:00pm. A Santa Barbara favorite, WINE CASK is a ‘don’t-miss’ foodie experience. Fine dining, casual fare, relaxed lunch and beautiful courtyard with SB’s Best Wine List and award-winning ecofriendly ‘local wine treasures on tap’ system. 34 / SANTA BARBARA WINE COUNTRY TOURING & MORE things to do & SEE 28. Breakaway Tours & Event Planning 34. SKY’S THE LIMIT BALLOONING ADVENTURES 2463 State Street, Suite 141, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 800-799-7657, www.breakaway-tours.com Uncorking the Central Coast since 1995 with seriously fun educational wine tours. We’re passionate about wine and sharing it with others. Full service Private Charters, Winery Dinners, Ground Transportation, Corporate Specialists. 900 Airport Rd., Santa Ynez, CA 93460 1-760-602-0295; www.santabarbaraballoonrides.com Soar to new heights with our daily morning Santa Barbara balloon rides! 45 minutes to 1 hour duration flights that capture views over scenic Wine Country vineyards, historic towns & beautiful ranches. 29. SANTA BARBARA AIRBUS TOURISM PARTNERS 750 Technology Drive, Goleta, CA 93117 805-964-7759, www.sbairbus.com - Open daily from 7am to 9pm Use Santa Barbara Airbus for your next wine tour, party, or group outing. We have 30 years of experience and the best drivers in the industry. We offer 21-56 passenger vehicles. California Bus Association’s Operator of the Year in 2012! 30. STAGECOACH CO. WINE TOURS 805.686.8347, www.winetourssantaynez.com Open daily from 9am to 5pm Rated #1 activity on TripAdvisor! Enjoy an incredible wine tasting excursion with very personable, knowledgeable, and extremely fun tour hosts. We have been based in wine country since 2001. Join us for your wine country experience! 31. THE WINE LINE 805-610-8267, www.hoponthewineline.com [email protected] California’s only Door-to-Door “Hop On, Hop Off” Wine Tasting Tour service. Choose from over 30 premier Santa Barbara wineries and create your own itinerary or take our recommendations. WINE SHOP 32. Los Olivos wine merchant & Café 2879 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441 805-688-7265, ext. 6, www.losoliovoswinemerchant.com - Open Daily 10:00am to 8:30pm Since 1995, the Los Olivos Cafe has served local produce and offered an award-winning wine list highlighting the dynamic wines of our Central Coast. The Wine Merchant’s retail selection, wine tasting, helpful staff, and wine clubs make it a must stop. 35. BUELLTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITORS BUREAU 597 Avenue of Flags, Unit 101, Buellton, CA 93427 805-688-7829, www.visitbuellton.com Hours: Monday – Saturday 9am to 4:30pm; Sunday 10am to 2pm. Surrounded by the beautiful Sta. Rita Hills wine growing region, Buellton invites you to savor the many award winning restaurants and wineries in the Santa Ynez Valley. Visit our website or information center for more free information and wine tasting coupons. 36. LOMPOC VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITORS BUREAU 111 South I Street, Lompoc, CA 93436 800-240-0999, www.lompoc.com The Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce is the ultimate resource for everything Lompoc. Visit our website for visitor and relocation or – call or come in for referrals to local attractions and businesses. 37. VISIT SANTA BARBARA 500 East Montecito, Santa Barbara, CA 93103 800-676-1266, www.santabarbaraca.com Santa Barbara County’s official visitor information resource, Visit Santa Barbara is a resource for travelers planning a visit to The American Riviera.® Visit the website or call for free guides and maps. 38. Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce AND Visitor & Convention Bureau 614 S. Broadway, Santa Maria, CA 93454 800-331-3779, www.santamaria.com - Hours: Monday – Friday 9am to 5pm. Come taste the remarkable flavors of the Santa Maria Valley. Here, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and other varietals excel amid our exquisite climate, and the world-famous Santa Maria Style Barbecue is served at numerous local restaurants. 39. SANTA YNEZ VALLEY VISITORS ASSOCIATION WINE SHIPPING 33. POSTAL ANNEX 270 E. Hwy 246 Ste 109, Buellton, CA 93427 805-688-3694, www.postalannex.com - Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm, Saturday: 11am to 3pm Postal Annex is a Fedex, UPS & GSO wine ship center to ship wine home, to businesses, to friends. We ship to 47 states & 37 countries. We carry all the pack & ship items plus, greeting & note cards. Post Office Box 315, Santa Ynez, CA 93464 805-686-0053; www.visitthesantaynezvalley.com The Santa Ynez Valley is a world-class destination for wine. Mark your calendars for Wine Month in september and visit our website for events, activities, information on wine tasting and more! 40. SOLVANG CONFERENCE & VISITORS BUREAU 1639 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang, CA 93463 805-688-6144, www.solvangusa.com - Open daily from 9am to 5pm Solvang, the quaint village affectionately known as “Little Denmark,” welcomes travelers to Santa Ynez Valley wine country with 15 hotels, over 30 restaurants, 150 boutique shops, museums and a dozen+ wine & beer tasting rooms all within easy walking distance. Call or visit online for your FREE Visitors Guide. Download the FREE SBCVA app. Search for “Santa Barbara Wine” YEAR ROUND Winery Events JUNE AND DECEMBER THE KEY TO WINE COUNTRY FALL The Celebration Of Harvest SPRING Santa Barbara Vintners SPRING WEEKEND AND VINTNERS Festival EVENTS sbcountywines.com 597 Avenue of Flags, Suite 102 Buellton, CA 93427 Tel. 805-688-0881 Fax 805-686-5881 [email protected] SANTA BARBARA VINTNERS