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Jan 23, 2024 · Santa Barbara is known for its world-class wines, especially cool-climate favorites like Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Plus, the vibe is much more relaxed (and wallet-friendly) than northern neighbors like Napa. As an American Wine Expert who’s personally toured the region, I’m sharing the inside scoop. So, you’ll be in the know for your wine getaway.
Unlike other regions that are known for the handful of grapes they grow well, all varieties thrive in Santa Barbara County: Burgundian grapes like pinot noir and chardonnay in the Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley; Rhone grapes like syrah and grenache in Ballard Canyon; and Bordeaux heavyweights like cabernet sauvignon and merlot in Happy C...
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Vineyards outside of the city of Orcutt, just southwest of Santa Maria. photo by Daniel Hoherd Santa Barbara wine country is sandwiched between two mountain ranges with elevations ranging from 200 feet in the valley to 3400 feet in the hillside vineyards. The transverse (ahem… East to West) nature of these mountain ranges is unique to the region an...
In addition to the established AVA’s, there are 2 other regions making noteworthy wines in Santa Barbara that you should know about.
Sideways put Santa Barbara on the map (or wait, was it the other way around?) showing the rest of the world the beauty and quality found in this cool climate growing region. Today, the region has continued to grow and evolve with the addition of places like Los Olivos and Los Alamos Valley working to become Santa Barbara’s newest sub-AVAs. There ha...
Sep 18, 2018 · Find our latest reviews on the top wines of Santa Barbara and read a profile of this California region making a name for itself with Chardonnay, Pinot and more...
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May 4, 2023 · The AVAs of Santa Barbara Wine Country Santa Maria Valley Created: 1981 Varieties: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with smatterings of Syrah, Grenache, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and more. What to know
Mar 13, 2024 · Pali Wine Co. ’s evolution tracks much like Santa Barbara County’s itself. The brand started out on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, picked up Rhône and Bordeaux blends along the way via the brand Tower 15 and then dove into the natural scene with Neighborhood Winery.
Aug 20, 2023 · Santa Barbara County wine country is comprised of seven AVA’s, or American Viticultural Areas, each with their own microclimates and wine styles: Santa Maria Valley, Santa Rita Hills, Ballard Canyon, Happy Canyon, Los Olivos, Santa Ynez Valley, and Alisos Canyon.
