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
Nestled in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, Brick Barn Wine Estate is the perfect spot for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy the beautiful California wine country. With sweeping views of lush vineyards and a stylish tasting room, it’s a place where you
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
