Wine › Santa Barbara - California

Unconstrained by tradition or viticultural regulation California winemakers en... Unconstrained by tradition or viticultural regulation California winemakers enjoy a freedom that has resulted in a remarkable range of world-class wines. Beautifully illustrated with original photographs and detailed color maps this guide introduces... more

With The California Directory of Fine Wineries: Central Coast as a guide reade... With The California Directory of Fine Wineries: Central Coast as a guide readers can explore world-famous Santa Barbara County home to the landmark cellars of Santa Ynez Valley Santa Maria Valley and Santa Rita Hills; meander the scenic back roads... more

Take an irresistible journey to the congenial tasting rooms of a vast and unsp... Take an irresistible journey to the congenial tasting rooms of a vast and unspoiled paradise. With The California Directory of Fine Wineries: Central Coast as your guide you wander through world famous Santa Barbara County home to the landmark... more

"The diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay offers aromas of lemon, citrus blossom an... "The diatom Santa Barbara Chardonnay offers aromas of lemon, citrus blossom and wet sand with flavors of saline and white peach on the palate. A precise, balanced wine. Made by Greg Brewer and already bottled, the 2023 Chardonnay comes from the... more

"Classic Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir. It is a deeply colored, fruit forwar... "Classic Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir. It is a deeply colored, fruit forward Pinot with a nose of spiced cranberry, strawberry and hibiscus. The abundance of fruit continues on the palate showing plum, dark cherry, and cranberry with nuances of... more

"The 2021 Chardonnay has aromas of honeysuckle, pineapple and lemon zest follo... "The 2021 Chardonnay has aromas of honeysuckle, pineapple and lemon zest followed by soft accents of vanilla. Apricot and honeydew flavors flow across the palate, with lightly toasted oak, cool minerality and a lingering citrus note adding texture... more

"The 2023 A Tribute to Grace Santa Barbara County Grenache offers notes of bay... "The 2023 A Tribute to Grace Santa Barbara County Grenache offers notes of bay laurel, cloudberries, cherry stone, and clove. Light ruby and translucent hued, the 2023 Grenache Santa Barbara County offers a pretty, cherry, floral, raspberry, and... more

"This Pinot Noir is a blend of multiple clones and vineyards in, and around th... "This Pinot Noir is a blend of multiple clones and vineyards in, and around the Sta. Rita Hills appellation of Santa Barbara. Whevever possible Tatomer implements the use of whole cluster fermentation due to the aromatic lift and palate feel it... more

"The taste and aromatics of Rhône white blends are ideal for our Santa Barbara... "The taste and aromatics of Rhône white blends are ideal for our Santa Barbara lifestyle. They pair well with the alfresco meals we eat and the cuisine typical of this area: grilled seafood, papaya salsa, picnics, the beach, seafood skewers and... more

"Notes of cranberry, pomegranate, Bing cherry, tobacco leaf, vanilla and cola ... "Notes of cranberry, pomegranate, Bing cherry, tobacco leaf, vanilla and cola spice. Medium bodied, bright acidity with firm tannins. Vegan-Friendly Delicate, detailed, and light in body but quite expressive nonetheless, this wine offers dark cherry... more

"Notes of flint and white chalk, with a combination of stone and citrus fruits... "Notes of flint and white chalk, with a combination of stone and citrus fruits and a hint of florality. On the palate, the wine is extremely mineral-driven with notes of white pepper and green apples. The 2023 Chardonnay opens with beautifully pure,... more

"This delicious and approachable wine represents the best of what Santa Barbar... "This delicious and approachable wine represents the best of what Santa Barbara County Syrah has to offer. Flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, spice and toast commingle on the palate with light mint and herbal notes. Blend: 98% Syrah, 2% Viognier... more

"This 2021 vintage has a complex array of aromas and flavors that only come ab... "This 2021 vintage has a complex array of aromas and flavors that only come about with extended cluster hang time. Very dark in color with silky and full bodied texture. Blackberry, black currant, gunpowder, and black licorice flavors. Beautiful... more

"The Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir shines dark ruby with classic aromas of c... "The Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir shines dark ruby with classic aromas of cherry, limestone and oak. Light tannins hold up flavors of fresh berries, plum and dried herbs. Hints of charcuterie and elegant lavender scents enhance the... more

"The Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir provides a beautiful look into just how w... "The Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir provides a beautiful look into just how well this grape thrives in the region’s soils. Lifted notes of bing cherries, rose hips, dried orange rind, and sandalwood dominate the wine’s earth-driven palate. Pair... more

"Sanford & Benedict is really the vineyard that started it all in Santa Barbar... "Sanford & Benedict is really the vineyard that started it all in Santa Barbara County. Starting with the 2015 vintage Fess Parker was fortunate to secure several tons of Pinot Noir grapes from one of the most historically significant vineyards in... more

"Highly aromatic with flavors of grapefruit, peach, honeysuckle, lemon curd wi... "Highly aromatic with flavors of grapefruit, peach, honeysuckle, lemon curd with minerality and a note of nutmeg in the background. It is round mid-palate but is zippy and bright with fresh acidity. It finishes with notes of elderberry and brioche... more

"The Santa Barbara County Grenache was inspired by Fonsalette from Chateau Ray... "The Santa Barbara County Grenache was inspired by Fonsalette from Chateau Rayas. The wine represents two very different microclimates. The first vineyard is the Highlands with 3200 feet elevation. The second vineyard is Curtis which is tucked away... more

"The Santa Barbara Chardonnay sets the foundation for how they vinify whites a... "The Santa Barbara Chardonnay sets the foundation for how they vinify whites at Presqu'ile. This bright and refreshing wine is loaded with flavors of Meyer lemon, citrus peel, crushed white flowers, and saline. Pair this bottle with cheese boards,... more

"Presqu'ile's Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir provides a beautiful look into j... "Presqu'ile's Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir provides a beautiful look into just how well this grape thrives in the region’s soils. Lifted notes of bing cherries, rose hips, dried orange rind, and sandalwood dominate the wine’s earth-driven palate.... more