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Native9 Wine/Ranchos de Ontiveros

Native9 Wines is a distinctive Santa Maria Valley wine brand rooted in deep heritage, unique terroir, and cool climate influence. Led by ninth generation farmer and winemaker James Ontiveros, Native9 reflects a commitment to authenticity, excellence and minimal intervention. The greatest story in California

Epiphany

Established in 2000, Epiphany is one of Santa Barbara County’s original producers of Rhône varietal wines. A standalone label that began as a creative outlet for Eli Parker’s love of Rhône varietals has become one of the Fess Parker family’s proudest accomplishments. At a time when Rhône

Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard

The Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard grew out of Fess’ vision for the promise of Santa Barbara County as a premier viticultural region. Established in 1989, the family immediately began planting some of the country’s most renowned vineyards. Outstanding fruit sources coupled with skilled wine

Lumen Wines

Lumen is the brainchild of Will Henry, who farms their 17 acres of vineyard in the Solomon Hills region of the Santa Maria Valley. They are certified organic and follow regenerative practices, as well as low-intervention winemaking. Will was trained by legendary winemaker Lane Tanner,

Foxen Vineyard

Bill Wathen and Dick Doré, also known as the "Foxen Boys", have been making wine together since 1985 when they founded Foxen on the historic Rancho Tinaquaic in northern Santa Barbara County. Since that time, their dedication has remained the same - the creation of

Flying Goat Cellars

Established by Winemaker Norm Yost in 2000, Flying Goat Cellars is celebrating its 25th anniversary. Yost recently released 2021 Pinot Noir Wine of Wisdom to celebrate his milestone Silver Anniversary and give tribute to his personal 45-year journey in the wine industry. His award-winning wines

Nielson

In 1964 Uriel Nielson established Santa Barbara’s first commercial vineyard on what is now the Byron estate. Prior to Nielson, the county had been considered too cold and too windy for grapes. Fortunately Uriel didn’t listen. In retrospect he had vision. In the 1980's Santa

Presqu’ile Vineyard & Winery

Located in the heart of Santa Barbara County’s Santa Maria Valley, Presqu’ile (pronounced press-KEEL) is a small, family-run winery dedicated to making exceptional cool-climate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. Designed and planted to create a diverse tapestry of vineyard blocks, the sustainably certified, 73-acre

Rancho Sisquoc

At Rancho Sisquoc Winery we believe in crafting quality wines in small quantities. As one of the first wineries in the now famous Santa Barbara County wine region, we have been around long enough to know that great wine is born from a great vineyard.

Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards

Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards is a second-generation, family-owned winery rooted in the agricultural history of Santa Barbara County. Founded by pioneering grape grower Louis Lucas, the winery is built on a legacy of farming, innovation, and a deep belief in the potential of this region.

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