If you figure out the why, the how will follow. My journey in Santa Barbara has been nothing short of remarkable. Two decades ago, I arrived here with just $600 and my faithful dog, Levi. Back then, my path led me into the world of fine dining
Any visit to Sta. Rita Hills must include a stop at Foley Estates. The property was founded by Bill Foley in the late 1990’s and today is one of the most important in the appellation. The winery’s success can be attributed to strict winemaking protocols
Founded by Bill Foley in 1996, Lincourt Vineyards helped pioneer winemaking in what was then the emerging Sta. Rita Hills AVA, now recognized as one of California’s premier cool-climate wine regions. Named for Bill and Carol Foley’s daughters, Lindsay and Courtney, Lincourt specializes in small-lot,
Founded by legendary tire innovator Harvey Firestone’s son, Leonard, and his son, Brooks, Firestone Vineyard was the first estate winery established in Santa Barbara County in 1972. What began as a dream to plant a vineyard and establish a winery has today, with Vintner Bill
Second generation family proprietors and siblings Michael Dierberg and Ellen Dierberg Milne consider themselves stewards of Star Lane Vineyard, which was planted in 1996 by their parents Jim and Mary Dierberg. Star Lane was planted thirteen years before Happy Canyon would be recognized as an
Long before the Santa Maria Valley benchland was recognized as a great winegrowing region, the native Chumash Indians knew it as "tepuztli," meaning copper coin. Later, Spanish settlers translated the word as Tepusquet. As part of an 1837 Mexican land grant, "Rancho Tepusquet" was home
“It is our primary goal and priority to deliver the essence of that vineyard as clearly and honestly as possible.” At Brewer – Clifton, there is an utmost respect for nature. We believe that when working with a product of nature, it is necessary
During the 1970's the Miller Family planted Bien Nacido Vineyards. Since that time, winemakers throughout California coveted the fruit from this singular piece of land. Heavily influenced by the nearby Pacific Ocean, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah have found great expression here.
Ampelos is the greek word for vine. Soil. Vines. Wines. - This is the order in which great wine is made. We are resolute in our passion to produce hands on, minimally invasive wines that both whisper and shout about the terroir. The
