Santa Barbara's best-kept wineries
Santa Barbara has it all, great food, great shopping, great culture and great wineries. If you are looking to escape the commercialism of Napa, Santa Barbara is the way to go. I think Santa Barbara is the most unique wine region in California because of the beaches, eateries and resorts.
Santa Barbara is a pedestrian-friendly community with miles of exotic beaches, beautiful mountains, incredible architecture, and rolling valleys. community
The 3 top wineries are Kalyra Winery, Santa Barbara Winery and Oreana Winery.
Located at at 202 Ancapa Street in Santa Barbara, sits Santa Barbara Winery. Started by Pierre Lafond in 1962, the first winery since prohibition which helped spark the Santa Ynez Valley wine industry. Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay, Syrah, Petite Syrah, Pinot Noir and other wines are produced by the Santa Barbara Winery.
Wine tasting is 5 bucks. For $5, you get to taste 6 different wines AND keep the glass. The value is amazing, friendly staff, and great atmosphere! The Riesling was incredible and the others notably exceptional. The winery is within walking distance to the beach, so plan on stopping by this winery after a great day of wine tasting and stroll out onto the beach.
Overall this was a great experience, very enjoyable, and drinkable wine, even for those not used to it, or those for whom this may be your first tasting. We will certainly be back to visit Santa Barbara Winery.
Second is Kalyra winery, it is located at 212 State Street in Santa Barbara. It is their second location with their main winery in the Santa Ynez valley. Kalyra has a cool, fun, adventurous wine experience and is just two blocks from the beach. The winery has an Australian vibe which is because the winemaker is from Australia and has been making wine in Australia and California for over 20 years. The winery also has free movie nights periodically.
For a $10 wine tasting fee, we tasted 3 reds, 3 whites and 2 dessert wines. Their specialty is dessert wines, this spot is incredible if you are into the sweeter variety.
Overall, I will gladly return in the near future, I had a fantastic wine experience here. If you were into the movie, "Sideways" (2004), It was here at Kalyra! Try to spot where Miles (Paul Giamatti) and Jack (Thomas Haden Church) meet Stephanie (Sandra Oh) at the bar.
Oreana Winery is last but not least. Oreana Winery is located at 205 Anacapa street. Redeveloped from an old gas station and building off of its bones, this winery was transformed into an incredible winery tasting room. Oreana was very generous with their tasting. This winery did not skimp on the tastings. A definite plus especially when it's great wine. This winery is a must try with creative wines such as "bacon wine".
When visiting Santa Barbara, these are 3 wineries that you need to visit.
Santa Barbara has it all, great food, great shopping, great culture and great wineries. If you are looking to escape the commercialism of Napa, Santa Barbara is the way to go. I think Santa Barbara is the most unique wine region in California because of the beaches, eateries and resorts.
Santa Barbara is a pedestrian-friendly community with miles of exotic beaches, beautiful mountains, incredible architecture, and rolling valleys. community
The 3 top wineries are Kalyra Winery, Santa Barbara Winery and Oreana Winery.
Located at at 202 Ancapa Street in Santa Barbara, sits Santa Barbara Winery. Started by Pierre Lafond in 1962, the first winery since prohibition which helped spark the Santa Ynez Valley wine industry. Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Chardonnay, Syrah, Petite Syrah, Pinot Noir and other wines are produced by the Santa Barbara Winery.
Wine tasting is 5 bucks. For $5, you get to taste 6 different wines AND keep the glass. The value is amazing, friendly staff, and great atmosphere! The Riesling was incredible and the others notably exceptional. The winery is within walking distance to the beach, so plan on stopping by this winery after a great day of wine tasting and stroll out onto the beach.
Overall this was a great experience, very enjoyable, and drinkable wine, even for those not used to it, or those for whom this may be your first tasting. We will certainly be back to visit Santa Barbara Winery.
Second is Kalyra winery, it is located at 212 State Street in Santa Barbara. It is their second location with their main winery in the Santa Ynez valley. Kalyra has a cool, fun, adventurous wine experience and is just two blocks from the beach. The winery has an Australian vibe which is because the winemaker is from Australia and has been making wine in Australia and California for over 20 years. The winery also has free movie nights periodically.
For a $10 wine tasting fee, we tasted 3 reds, 3 whites and 2 dessert wines. Their specialty is dessert wines, this spot is incredible if you are into the sweeter variety.
Overall, I will gladly return in the near future, I had a fantastic wine experience here. If you were into the movie, "Sideways" (2004), It was here at Kalyra! Try to spot where Miles (Paul Giamatti) and Jack (Thomas Haden Church) meet Stephanie (Sandra Oh) at the bar.
Oreana Winery is last but not least. Oreana Winery is located at 205 Anacapa street. Redeveloped from an old gas station and building off of its bones, this winery was transformed into an incredible winery tasting room. Oreana was very generous with their tasting. This winery did not skimp on the tastings. A definite plus especially when it's great wine. This winery is a must try with creative wines such as "bacon wine".
When visiting Santa Barbara, these are 3 wineries that you need to visit.
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