4 Of The Best Wineries In Santa Ynez For Red Wine
/Red wine, beaches, and sunshine? If this sounds like a dream come true for your summer 2021 plans, then we’ve got the perfect Santa Barbara County wine tasting guide for you! Keep reading for the 4 wineries in Santa Ynez you can visit for the best reds on this side of the Central Coast.
1. Vincent Vineyards & Winery
Do you like French Cabernet varietals? If so, this family-owned and operated winery has to be your first stop! Here you’ll find a high quantity and quality of reds. The majority of their red wine often receive above 90 points from Wine Enthusiast. This winery prides itself on offering exclusive wine that you won’t find in any store. Their wine is exclusively for wine enthusiasts who visit their winery in the countryside of Santa Ynez. This is why we recommend picking up an additional case, so you can enjoy their wine for weeks after your visit.
Tasting Fee: Varies
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2. Sunstone Winery
Step onto a 28-acre retreat tucked into the Santa Ynez Valley. Boasting one of the oldest organic vineyards in the valley, this winery renowned for its world-class Bordeaux and Rhone-style wines. This is such a favorite to locals here that Sunstone Winery was named “Santa Barbara’s Favorite Red Wine” in the Santa Barbara Independent. They’re also home to varietals like Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, and more.
Tasting Fee: $20 Per Person – Six Wine Tasting Flight
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3. Roblar Winery & Vineyard
Roblar Winery & Vineyard is the perfect stop for the middle of your red wine tasting tour here in the county. They offer fresh and seasonal bites that pair fabulously with their red wines. Their ingredients are sourced at the farm right next door - now that’s fresh! Enjoy your wine and food under the shade of an oak tree overlooking expansive gardens and vineyards.
Tasting Fee: $15 Per Person – Classic Wine Tasting | $20 Per Person -Reserve Wine Tasting
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4. Gainey Vineyard
Last, but certainly not least, we’d like to recommend Gainey Vineyard. This fourth-generation family-owned winery, founded in 1984, is a Spanish-style retreat dedicated to producing only the highest quality of wines. They craft only small quantities of wine to ensure only the best wine is made. Their vineyard lies within the rolling Sta. Rita Hills, which produces one of the best climates in Santa Barbara County for red wine. When you visit Gainey Vineyard, you won’t be disappointed.
Tasting Fee: $20 Per Person – House Flight
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Cruise Santa Ynez Valley on A luxury Wine Tour
With hundreds of wineries both in Santa Ynez Valley and in the greater Santa Barbara County, you’ll want to ensure you have the full wine tasting experience. We’re proud to offer a luxury wine tour to this coastal paradise to ensure the best experience for you and your group. We have professionally trained drivers with vehicles of all sizes (from a luxury sedan to an elegant Limo Bus) to transport you safely. Our team of travel concierges are currently standing by to help recommend some of the best wineries in Santa Ynez for red wine. You can give them a call to set up a wine tour or learn more at (805) 620-7233, or fill out the form below for a complimentary wine tour quote.