BARDEN is Doug Margerum’s dream to make the ultimate expression of grapes grown in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Our access to the top vineyards along with the philosophy and knowledge gained over thirty years in the wine business allows us to make world-class wines.
Winemaking is my passion. Sharing that joy with others is my priority. I purchase from vineyards that exhibit the expression of Santa Maria Valley and Santa Barbara County. My goal is to bring the flavors of the vineyard experience directly to you in each glass. I’d love
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
The J. Wilkes Tasting Room is part of the beautiful Hotel Californian property. The Tasting Room features a fun modern Industrial Chic décor theme with wines by Winemaker Wes Hagen, recently voted one of the 100 Most Influential Winemakers in the US (2014, #68). The
Founded in 2005 by California wine pioneer Richard Sanford, the wines of Alma Rosa are layered, vibrant and balanced, reflecting the special terroir of the Sta. Rita Hills, which benefits from the cool Pacific Ocean breezes funneled inland through the unique transverse mountain range of