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
Camins 2 Dreams is a family-owned winery founded in 2017 by the wife winemaking duo, Tara Gomez, a member of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, and Mireia Taribo, hailing from Catalunya. Together, they craft wines that celebrate their diverse heritage while embracing a philosophy
Marbeso is a small boutique winery based out of Buellton producing cool-climate wines in close proximity to the ocean. Sourcing organically farmed grapes from Santa Barbara & Santa Cruz Mtns., Marbeso was founded in 2019 by husband & wife duo Colin & Hannah McNany. After
Luna Hart Wines is a small, woman-owned winery in Santa Barbara County dedicated to producing expressive, small-lot wines through a thoughtful, minimal intervention lens. Founded by winemaker Gretchen Voelcker, Luna Hart is rooted in a deep commitment to sustainability, transparency, and crafting wines that are
In 2006, with a dream to define truth in wine, owner/winemaker Matt Kowalczyk and wife Stephanie Lopez set out to create a unique boutique wine experience built on integrity. Ten years of searching for the best vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley, working with the
THE KALYRA MISSION To acknowledge the true desires of the wine enthusiast lifestyle—fun, education, entertainment—and package it with affordability and a commitment to leave the world a better place through our enjoyment of wine. WELCOME TO THE NEW WORLD Take an Australian-born winemaker, give him twenty years making
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
What is Solminer? Sol-miner as in mining the “Sun” which in turn nourishes the soul. The name inspires us to discover and unearth the treasures in the soils of the California Central Coast. Our decisions have always been personal (not commercial) and involve what we call
Over 30 years, trailblazing owner-winemaker Kathy Joseph set off on a quest to pioneer once considered underdog wine varietals, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and our newly planted Gruner Veltliner to give them new life and present them with passion and flawless execution. At Fiddlehead we
