Secret Wine Finds in the Santa Rita Hills
6855 Santa Rosa RdBuellton, CA 93427-9420
Phone: (805) 688-7921
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Following a meandering wine trail to sample award-winning vintages at 10 tasting rooms.
Looking for distinctive Pinot Noir or just a lazy drive through unspoiled California coast country Either way, head to western Santa Barbara County and the intimate valley flanked by the Santa Rita Hills. This compact American Viticultural Area (AVA) is easily explored along a 34-mile loop linking Santa Rosa Road and State 246. With more than 10 tasting rooms open on a regular basis and others by appointment, the region is big enough to sample a variety of winemaking approaches but not so large that you become overwhelmed by choice.