Big, bold, plush wines that are unapologetically Californian. We have no desire to try to emulate the wines from Europe. We refuse to be the winemaking equivalent of a cover band. Rather than focusing on what our wines "should be", we explore what wines from
Winter Wines is an emerging, award-winning, ultra-premium California winery founded by winemaker Mark Lueker in tribute to Winter, his beloved Golden Retriever. To Mark, she was simply the best dog in the world, and the joy, character, and extraordinary spirit she brought to life inspires
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
Artiste Winery & Tasting Gallery has been creating art-inspired wines since its first vintage in 1999, opening its first tasting room in 2003. Founder and winemaker Bion Rice specializes in the art of non-vintage blending, sourcing from vineyards across all the major AVAs of Santa
Hi, I’m Jennifer. My path to wine has been shaped by curiosity, learning, and a willingness to follow where questions lead. I began my career as a professor of social psychology, drawn to research, teaching, and the ways people make meaning of the world. Later, life
Loubud Wines is a truly unique boutique sparkling wine and puzzle company located in the historic El Paseo courtyard in downtown Santa Barbara. Founded in 2015 by owner and winemaker Laura Hughes, Loubud is dedicated exclusively to handcrafted sparkling wines made in small lots from
Felipe came to the Santa Ynez Valley in 1972 from Jalisco, Mexico at the age of 15. Shortly after crossing the U.S.border, he helped plant some of the first vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley. Those vineyards included Oak Savanna, where he lived and worked for
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
Tucked away with it’s own dedicated space in the historic El Paseo, Santa Barbara Bubbly Lounge Wine Bar has a passion for delicious sparkling wines, community and connection. Enjoy mindful indulgence with our lowER alcohol wines, food pairings, cozy lounge vibes, wine games and trivia.
We are Matt and Carolina, a husband and wife winemaking team living a life imbued with wine. When we met 20 years ago on the theatre stage as Romeo and Juliet, we bonded over our shared passion for the bard and for wine. From our first
