Sunstone Vineyards & Winery
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Venue Phone: 805-688-9463
Venue Website: https://sunstonewinery.com/
Deeply rooted in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, Sunstone is a beautiful place to taste beautiful wines. Located just 35-minutes north of Santa Barbara, Sunstone seemingly transports visitors to the Provençal French countryside. Named after the vineyard estate’s exposed, sun-dappled shale and stones, Sunstone is a beautifully tranquil retreat where you can enjoy a glass of wine in our lavender and rosemary-filled courtyard, in our stone barrel-aging caves, or perhaps enjoy lunch at our picnic tables shaded by olive and oak trees.
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Address:Lafond Winery
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Venue Phone: 805.688.7921
Venue Website: https://www.lafondwinery.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjw0JfdBRACEiwAiDTALpnkBC3TDi3I6KIT0vYmS7LE1SuTWeukYR-8YxKvUjesmZ1vl77L7RoC4aYQAvD_BwE
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Address:Pence Vineyards & Winery
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Venue Phone: 805.735.7000
Venue Website: https://www.pencevineyards.com/
As a small vineyard and winery, we are available by Appointment Only for Private Tours and Tastings of our Vineyards and Ranch. We are located in the Sta. Rita Hills of Santa Barbara County, and organically farm 38 acres of world-class Pinot Noir, Syrah, Gamay and Chardonnay.
Any visitor to Pence will come away with an unparalleled tasting experience led by our Sommeliers and very knowledgeable Hospitality Team. A tour of the property will remind you of the timelessness of old California and the sheer beauty of why this state has attracted travelers for centuries. We hope that you will find a Personal or Private Tasting Experience below that accommodates your interests and be confident that it will match or exceed your expectations.
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Address:Kitá Wines
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Venue Phone: 1 (805) 819-1372
Venue Website: https://kitawines.com/
Founded in 2010, Kitá Wines is a small, premium winery located in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley within the Santa Barbara County AVA (American Viticultural Area). The word “Kitá” means “Our Valley Oak” in the Santa Ynez Chumash native language of Samala. Like the valley oak, our wine highlights the gifts from Mother Earth and embodies the spirit of the Santa Ynez Valley.
We focus on respecting the balance of soil, climate, location and taste. With a total case production of around 2,000 cases, Kitá wines are crafted using sustainable methods and a blend of old world and new world winemaking techniques. All of the wines have been harvested by hand based on a balance of chemistry and taste to preserve the highest quality. Our wines are produced in small batches aiming to have minimal manipulation and maximizing varietal characteristics.
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Address:The Ritz-Carlton
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Venue Phone: +1 (805) 968 0100
Venue Website: http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/santa-barbara#Hotel
Low-rise villas with wrought-iron balconies. Beaches that glow under the sun. The water at your doorstep. Vibrant blues and intricate patterns. Food that is meant to be savored with the sunset. The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara embodies the charm, beauty and energy of the Mediterranean in the heart of Santa Barbara, offering ocean-view accommodations, an indulgent spa and dining that celebrates local ingredients.
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Address:Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort
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Venue Phone: (800) 425-4725
Venue Website: https://alisal.com/
A secluded jewel tucked into California’s famed Santa Ynez Valley, our 10,000-acre ranch melds the spirit of the Old West with the seductive charms of today’s most relaxing resorts. Drive 30 minutes north of Santa Barbara and you’ll find Alisal Guest Ranch & Resort’s 50 miles of riding trails, 100-acre spring-fed lake, two 18-hole championship golf courses, tennis courts, pool, spa, western-themed accommodations, fine dining, and endless ways to unplug and unwind. Just minutes away from our premier guest ranch are more than 75 renowned vineyards and wineries and the charming Danish village of Solvang. Whether it’s a romantic weekend getaway for two, a family reunion, or a corporate retreat, come discover the magic of Alisal. This is far more than just a dude ranch. With a temperate climate year-round and ever-changing seasonal activities, any time of year is the perfect time to visit us.
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Address:Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
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Venue Phone: (805) 564-4333
Venue Website: https://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/california/hilton-santa-barbara-beachfront-resort-SBAFPHH/index.html
Set across the street from East Beach, this upscale, Mission-style hotel on 24 acres is 1.5 miles from Santa Barbara harbor and train station, and 12 miles from Santa Barbara Airport. Offering balconies or terraces, the cozy rooms have minibars and coffeemakers, plus Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs; some have ocean or mountain views. Suites add separate living areas, Bose stereos and whirlpool tubs.
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Address:Casa Dumetz Wines
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Venue Phone: (805) 344-1900
Venue Website: https://casadumetzwines.com/
An easy 2 hour trip north from Los Angeles, a 4 hour trip south from San Francisco, a 5 hour flight from New York City and a much longer journey from Macedonia. Call us for directions if you don’t have mobile navigation – 805-344-1900. We are right off the Camino Real Freeway on the corner of Bell Street and Centennial. There is a flag pole. Don’t blink and keep your eyes open. Babi’s Beer Emporium is right next door, too.
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Address:Solminer
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Venue Phone: (805) 691-9195
Venue Website: https://www.solminer.com/
Our personal desire is to reflect the vineyard in the wine and experiment with Austrian varietals. Since the beginning, we thought Grüner Veltliner would do well here and soon after we discovered that the Austrian red grape, Blaufränkisch, is perfect for our climate as well. We’ve rounded things out with a bit of Muscat to create an Austrian inspired dry “Muskateller” and some Syrah for Rose, Sparkling Syrah, a blend and a single vineyard Syrah. We also have new plantings of Riesling to add to our sources from neighboring vineyards that we have selected for their climate, soils and sustainable growing practices. 700-900 cases are produced per year.
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Address:Koehler Winery
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Venue Phone: (805) 693-8384
Venue Website: http://koehlerwinery.com/
Koehler Winery sits on a spectacularly beautiful 100 acre estate, surrounded by rolling hills and a small riparian stream that gently nestles its way throughout the property. The estate’s storied history includes ownership by one of the most successful television producers in history, renowned for such iconic shows as The Love Boat, Dynasty and Wonder Woman. It was during this period over 40 years ago that the vineyard was expanded to its current sixty-seven acres. By the time the property was acquired by the Koehler family in 1997, the estate’s bountiful vines and superb fruit were documented as among the best in the famed Santa Ynez Valley. Once the Koehlers recognized that some of the best wines in the valley were being produced with grapes harvested from their vineyards, they resolved to launch their own winery and tasting room. Drawing on their own entrepreneurial experience, the Koehler’s mission was to create a world-class winery committed to making premium wines at affordable prices.
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Address:Kessler-Haak Vineyard and Wines
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Venue Phone: 805-735-2283
Venue Website: https://www.kesslerhaakwine.com/
The vineyard is located on Hwy 246, 11 miles west of Buellton in the cooler northwestern section of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Fog graces the vineyard most mornings; followed by cool Pacific ocean breezes and bright sunny afternoons. These conditions nurture gentle ripening of our Pinot Noir and Chardonnay at lower sugars with crisp acidity and the higher levels of spice commonly seen in cool climate viticulture.
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Address:Sanford Winery
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Venue Phone: (805) 735-5900
Venue Website: http://www.sanfordwinery.com/
Once the first – always the first. In 1971, the first pioneering vineyards in Santa Barbara were planted at Sanford Winery. This renowned cool climate AVA was not only launched by the planting of the Sanford & Benedict Vineyard, but also expanded to neighbors’ plantings through cuttings from this vineyard. For over 40 years now, this iconic vineyard has set the standard for quality in the region and is also home to the oldest Pinot Noir vines in the county. Today the estate is owned, farmed and cared for by the Terlato family and is comprised of the Sanford & Benedict and La Rinconada Ranches and their vineyards.