In addition to the Celebration of Harvest main event Saturday afternoon, and the Vintners' Visa passport to visit 12 tasting rooms, many wineries are also offering special events - Winemaker Dinners, barrel tastings, cellar lunches, library sales, open houses.
Check back here frequently as we'll be adding more events.
Alma Rosa
11am - 4.30pm |
A Day in the Country
Please join us for our annual "Day in the Country" Vintners' Festival Weekend open house at the Alma Rosa Tasting Room! Sip our wines and relax in the sun while you enjoy fine cheeses and local produce, all the while serenaded by the latin grooves of "Domingo Siete". In the company of friends and the Alma Rosa Family, this makes for an exceptional afternoon! We look forward to seeing you! |
Andrew Murray
11am - 4pm |
Spring Release Party
Celebrate the launch of Andrew Murray's new label - This is E11even. Plus try all the new Andrew Murray Vineyards releases. Music, food, and wine discount specials. One Day Only Event - This will be a fabulous day at AMV - we look forward to seeing you at the winery. |
Babcock
12.30 - 2.20pm |
Feast For The Senses
Join owner, winemaker, Bryan Babcock at the winery for a spectacular lunch catered by Fresco Valley Cafe of Solvang. Rosemary & Herb Roasted Chicken, Fettuccini Primavera, Linguini Bolognese, Stuffed Mushrooms, Bruschetta, Gorgonzola Walunt Salad, and more! Taste all Babcock current release wines, enjoy barrel samples of Bryan's Terroir Extraordinaire wines with a once a year opportunity to grab some Futures, and taste some hidden treasures from Bryan's personal wine collection. Tickets are limited. Reservations are necessary. |
Babcock
9am - 5pm |
Open House
Once again expect Bryan Babcock to pull out all the stops and enjoy a tasting extravaganza at the winery. Taste all Babcock current release wines along with barrel samples and Futures sales. A highlight this year will be the Grand Opening of the new Babcock vintage inspired Tasting Room where you can enjoy wine by the glass, and a unique olive oil tasting hosted by Il Fustino of Santa Barbara. Come enjoy your day at Babcock Winery! No reservations required. We hope to see you at the winery! |
Bedford
5 - 7.30pm |
Not Your Mother’s Grilled Cheese
After the festival, come to Los Alamos and unwind with the ultimate comfort food and great blues tunes. No Velveeta here. Think triple cream blue with sliced pear or Cotswold cheddar with caramelized onion on artisan sourdough. Live music by the Amazing Stupifiers will set the mood. Reservations encouraged. Wine by the glass available. |
Brander
noon - 4pm |
Open House
BBQ, special wine tastings, music |
Carr
5 - 8pm |
Festival After Party
Join us at the Carr Winery Santa Ynez Warehouse for an After Party following the Vintner's Festival! Enjoy wines by the glass paired with live music by The David Courtenay Band and wood-fired pizzas from Cecco Ristorante! |
Casa Cassara
4 - 7pm |
Live Music!
We’ll be featuring live music from saxophonist Jim Gentry – join us! |
Casa Dumetz
4 - 8pm |
Third Saturday Evening Stroll Party
We will be featuring music, snacks and theme based events for the evening. The entire town od Los Alamos will be in celebration. |
Curtis
5 - 7.30pm |
In the Barrel Room
Grape meets grain and wine meets beer at the inaugural “In The Barrel Room” event as Curtis Winery joins forces with Firestone Walker Brewing Company for an evening of distinctive pairings at the new Barrelworks facility in Buellton. Throughout the evening, you will enjoy small dishes prepared by Firestone Walker’s Taproom chefs, the dishes will be paired with both a wine from Curtis Winery and a beer from Barrelworks. |
Foxen
11am - 4pm |
Open House
Stop by our tasting rooms for light hors d'oeuvres and special library wines. |
Foxen
6pm |
Winemaker Dinner at Alisal Guest Ranch
Join Dick, Billy, Jenny and Becky for another fun-filled evening during Vintners' Festival Weekend! Please call FOXEN for more info and to make reservations at 805.937.4251. Sells out quickly! |
Kaena
noon - 5pm |
Library Releases
We will bring in Library Releases to the tasting room for tasting and purchase! |
Ken Brown
11am - 4pm |
Open House
This year's open house will feature an educational tasting of vineyard-designated wines from some of Santa Barbara's finest Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Syrah vineyards. |
Kenneth Volk
10.30am - 4.30pm |
Open House
Specials, Magnum Tastings, Pre-Releases and Light appetizers are featured this weekend! |
Lafond
11am - 4pm |
Open House
We’ll be pouring new releases, along with gourmet cheeses, artisan bread, strawberries, killer brownies and our famous "Taco Stand" |
Longoria
6.30pm |
Winemaker Dinner
Join Chef Budi Kazali and Winemaker Rick Longoria for their annual celebration of food and wine at The Ballard Inn Restaurant. Space is very limited and sells out quickly.
Contact The Ballard Inn for reservations: 805-688-7770 |
Lucas & Lewellen
5 - 8pm |
Wine & Cheese Pairings
Join us after the Vintners’ Festival for live music, wine specials, and our annual Vintners' Festival Wine & Cheese Pairings. No RSVP required. |
Melville
10am - 4pm |
Open House
Join us at the winery where we will be pouring wines from our small lot collection and serving artisan cheeses and savory treats prepared by our own Lynn Sigafoos. We will also host complimentary tours at 11:30 and 1:00. Reservations are required for the tours. |
Melville
6pm |
Winemaker Dinner
We are hosting an intimate dinner in our barrel room with winemaker Greg Brewer and the Melville family. A five course menu will be paired with selections from our library and current release wines. Reservations are required. |
Oreana
2 - 5pm |
Weekend Winedown
Live music on the patio. |
Rideau
11.30am |
Vintners Festival Mardi Gras
Come out and enjoy Mardi Gras in a true New Orleans tradition. Iris will prepare of her famous Cajun/Creole inspired food that will be paired with newly released Rideau wines. Dance to the sounds of live Jazz, Funk and Blues that will fill the air. This is one event you won't want to miss! |
Toccata
5 - 8pm |
Wine & Cheese Pairings
Join us after the Festival for live music, wine specials, and our annual Wine & Cheese Pairings. No RSVP required. |
Lucas & Lewellen
Toccata
6pm |
Winemaker Dinner at The Petersen Inn
A Vintners’ Festival Winemaker Dinner at the Petersen Inn featuring the cuisine of Chef Mini Dalfuoco paired to exciting new Lucas & Lewellen and Toccata wine releases. Reserve your place early to avoid the wait list by phoning the Petersen Inn directly at (805) 688-3121.
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