Grand Wine Tasting
This Can’t Miss, Wine-Forward, Signature Event Features:
- One stop wine tasting from wineries all across Santa Barbara County
- More than 40 renowned wineries pouring
- Beloved and rare grape varietals from all around the world
- Wisdom from some of Santa Barbara’s top winemakers
- Panel discussions moderated by the Santa Barbara Independent’s Matt Kettman
- Food from local makers including avocado and olive oil tastings
- Live music with the Salty Strings
- Beat the crowd with VIP Early Access including reserved chapel seating for panel discussions and reserved table seating. VIP Admission is SOLD OUT.
Come soak up the atmosphere and enjoy all that Santa Barbara Wine Country has to offer at one of California’s most historic venues.
Produced by the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience in partnership with The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts.
Event net proceeds benefit local nonprofit organizations making a difference in Santa Barbara County’s food system.
Grand Wine Tasting
Click on the categories below to see the selected wineries, food producers and other makers featured at this event.
Babcock Winery & Vineyards
Great winemakers all seem to have one thing in common—an inexorable passion for the future. With the next vintage always on its way, their craft is like an open ended, expanding universe; always changing, never standing still. This club is for those who want to…
Bien Nacido Estate
As the heart and soul of Santa Maria Valley wine country, the iconic Bien Nacido Vineyard is a coveted source of exceptional Burgundian and Rhone grape varieties and elegant estate wine. With the influence of the Pacific, the reliable California sun and incredible viticulture and…
Brander Vineyard
Since its inception in 1975, the Brander Vineyard has been highly acclaimed as a top Sauvignon Blanc producer, with one main bottling and five distinctively different cuvees. Brander Vineyard also produces small quantities of hand-crafted Bordeaux-style red wines, along with two single vineyard Syrahs. The…
Cambria Estate Winery
As one of the first wineries in the Santa Maria Valley, we’ve got some serious cred behind us. In fact, the part of our estate that was originally called the Tepusquet Vineyard was one of the first vineyards planted in the region, back in 1971….
Camins 2 Dreams
Camins 2 Dreams represents the routes and paths we follow to achieve our dreams. The winery was founded in 2017 by Tara Gomez, a member of the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians, and her Catalan wife, Mireia Taribo. Their approach is to create artisanal…
CrossHatch Winery
At CrossHatch Winery, we celebrate the artistry of co-fermentation, crafting small-batch wines that blend tradition, creativity, and global influences. Inspired by the intricate technique of cross-hatching, we layer flavors and textures to create wines that are both complex and approachable. For us, winemaking is about…
Donnachadh Family Wines
Donnachadh (DON-nuh-kuh) is a small, family-owned vineyard in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, dedicated to producing organically farmed pinot noir, chardonnay, syrah, and gamay noir. Since 2016, Donnachadh has earned praise for its expressive wines, known for balancing old-world elegance with authenticity of site. Explore…
Dovecote Estate Winery
Dovecote Estate is a regenerative organic farm, dedicated to growing and crafting wines that allow the beauty and character of our land to speak through them. Representing the heart of the Alisos Canyon AVA since 1990, our uniquely own-rooted vines and sandy-limestone soils have produced…
Dragonette Cellars
Brothers John and Steve Dragonette and close friend Brandon Sparks-Gillis founded Dragonette Cellars in 2005 after having worked together at a renowned wine shop in Los Angeles. Their shared passion for great wine brought them to wild, windy and remote northern Santa Barbara County where…
Fess Parker Winery
Established in 1989, Fess Parker Winery is a multi-generational family owned and operated winery that has a rich heritage in Santa Barbara County. Fess Parker produces premium, small-lot, vineyard designated Burgundian varietals from the Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley as well as Rhône…
Flying Goat Cellars
Flying Goat Cellars is a family owned and operated winery dedicated to producing age worthy Pinot and Sparkling Wine since 2000. Enjoy our tasty luxury wine with affordable pricing.
Foley Family Wines & Spirits (Firestone, Lincourt and Foley Estate)
Established in Santa Barbara County by Bill Foley in 1996, Foley Family Wines & Spirits (FFWS) is a portfolio of highly acclaimed wines and spirits from some of the world’s greatest estates. The company owns more than 25 wineries and distilleries, each with its distinct…
FOXEN Vineyard and Winery
Bill Wathen and Dick Doré, also known as the "Foxen Boys", have been making wine together since 1985 when they founded Foxen on the historic Rancho Tinaquaic in northern Santa Barbara County. Since that time, their dedication has remained the same – the creation of…
Frequency Wine Company
The evolution of our work is dependent on the evolution of ourselves. All is connected in the expansion of the system – so we must take the time to work on the individual in order to affect progress on a larger scale. How we feel…
Future Perfect
Future Perfect Wine is owned and run by female winemaker, Sunshine Doench Stricker. After studying wine and mentoring under some tremendous winemakers for several years, she launched Future Perfect in 2020 and then her Los Olivos wine tasting room which opened on Memorial Day Weekend…
J. Dirt Wines
For the last 12 years, he has owned and cared for a 600+ acre ranch in Santa Barbara County using Biodynamic and regenerative farming practices. It primarily grows grapes for other wineries, but they also have a lavender field, a small orchard of fruit trees,…
Jenavi Vineyards
Nestled in the picturesque Toro Canyon, just 15 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara, our 10-acre vineyard ranch has been delighting wine enthusiasts since 2005. Known affectionately by locals as the "vineyard with an ocean view," we offer a breathtaking backdrop of rolling hills and shimmering…
Kaena Wine Company
For over 25 years Kaena has been utilizing native Hawaiian intuition to craft unique balanced wines of style, elegance, and power. This is achieved by selecting only the finest vineyards and working closely with growers to ensure the highest quality fruit possible. The wines are…
Kunin WInes
Here at Kunin Wines, we focus on producing high quality Rhone varietal wines that represent the finest vineyards of Santa Barbara County. Our wines are sincere expressions of the region, with pure characteristics of fruit achieved by using terroir-driven wine making principles. We don’t just…
La Lieff Wines
La Lieff Wines, is a boutique wine label sourcing grapes from their Alamo Creek Ranch, located at the southernmost edge of San Luis Obispo. Founded by Gretchen Lieff, the label exclusively showcases talented women winemakers who create distinctive, expressive wines. Beyond exceptional wines, La Lieff's…
Lieu Dit
Founded with a focus on Loire Valley-inspired wines, Lieu Dit Winery showcases the potential of California’s Central Coast for varieties like Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, and Cabernet Franc. Based in Santa Barbara County and led by owner and winemaker Justin Willett, Lieu Dit is dedicated…
Longoria Wines
Small, family owned winery in Lompoc and tasting room in Downtown Santa Barbara specializing in Pinot Noir, Red Bordeauxs, and Spanish varietals.
Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards
Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards is a family-owned, premium estate winery in Santa Barbara County founded in 1996 by third-generation grape grower Louis Lucas and retired judge Royce Lewellen. With 400 acres of vineyards spread across the Santa Maria, Los Alamos, and Santa Ynez Valleys, the…
Marbeso
Marbeso is a small boutique production based out of Buellton producing vineyard designates from Santa Barbara County and the Santa Cruz Mtns. Combining their passion of wine together, husband and wife duo Colin & Hannah McNany decided to launch Marbeso in 2019 after years of…
Margerum & Barden Wines
Margerum Wine Company produces limited quantities of wines made from grapes grown both our Estate Vineyard and grapes purchased from other top vineyards from in and around Santa Barbara County. The 18 acre Estate Vineyard is planted exclusively to Rhône grape varietals. In 2014, Margerum…
Margerum Wine Company
Margerum Wine Company is committed to creating handcrafted wines using only the highest quality grapes so that we can make wines that are indicative of the place where they are grown. We strive to make wines naturally, to make wines that have individual characteristics and…
Nielson
In 1964, our namesake, Uriel J. Nielson, defied the odds and planted Santa Barbara County's first commercial vineyard. We carry on Nielson's pioneering spirit today by sourcing fruit from Santa Barbara County, where we first started, and from Monterey County, to craft wines that embody…
Our Lady of Guadalupe
In 2015, Dave Phinney set his eyes on an extreme property just outside the Central Coast town of Lompoc. The abandoned row crop farm was on the western edge of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, known for its extremely windy climate that produce Pinot Noir…
Pali Wine Co.
Crafting world class, critically acclaimed, site-specific Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays since 2005. Pali Wine Co. produces premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay sourced primarily from vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills and neighboring wine-growing regions. The region’s terroir, including its transverse ranges, limestone rich soils, and…
Paradise Springs Winery
Paradise Springs is the first bicoastal winery brand in the United States with operations in both Santa Barbara, California and Virginia. The tasting room is located in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara's The Funk Zone and is open daily for tastings of both our…
Piazza Family Wines
Piazza Family Wines is a boutique winery dedicated to crafting small-production wines that express a true sense of place. With a deep respect for terroir, we take a minimal intervention approach, allowing each vintage to authentically reflect the vineyard, climate, and growing conditions of the…
Rooted Vine Cellars
Independently Owned & Operated 💪 Wine Made For The Journey Inward ⚡️ Santa Barbara County, Ca, USA ☀️ Minimal intervention Boutique winery. I believe the key to producing exceptional wine lies in the care and attention given to every aspect of the winemaking process. From…
Rusack Vineyards
We are a boutique winery and vineyard, nestled among the oak-studded rolling hills of Ballard Canyon. Our mission is to create world-class, handcrafted wines that reflect our commitment to excellence and our love for this region.
RZN Wines
Our goal at RZN (reason) is very simple, Less Is More. We want to showcase the amazing nuances that wine grapes have to offer and do it by doing less. Less chemicals in the vineyard, less additions in the winery, less manipulation on all fronts.
SAMsARA Wine Co.
SAMsARA produces limited releases of Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache and Chardonnay from carefully selected micro-sites within Sta. Rita Hill’s most distinctive vineyards. Winemaker Matt Brady works hard in the vineyard to ensure that grapes reach the winery with perfect ripeness, flavor, acidity, and tannins. Once…
Sandhi Wines
Sandhi is a small-production winery sourcing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from select vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. When Sashi Moorman and Rajat Parr started Sandhi, their mission was to change the perception of California Pinot Noir and Chardonnay and prove that California does…
Sea Creatures Wine
Pinot Noir from Coastal Valleys 100% Santa Barbara County, CA – Limited Annual Production Owner Grown & Operated Nature Approved Methods
Seagrape Wine Company
Seagrape Wine Company isn't even big enough to be a micro winery – we're a "nano-winery"! It all began in 2001, when Karen “dropped out” of the Tech world for just a few months and was working as the lowest of the low in a…
Storm Wines
Storm Wines is a small family-owned winery in Santa Barbara County, specializing in classically styled wines grown in the cooler coastal climates. Storm was founded by Ernst Storm in 2006 with a mission to make wines that capture both vintage and site from interesting sites…
Sunstone Winery
At Sunstone Winery, our commitment has always been to offer unmatched experiences for our members and guests. Whether it's your first visit or you're returning to our estate, we are thrilled to welcome you to experience the exciting enhancements we’ve made to the property. Visitors…
The Hilt Estate
Set against the rugged coastal landscape on the westernmost edge of the Sta. Rita Hills, The Hilt Estate stands out for its focus on exploring extreme vineyard sites and pushing the boundaries of cool-climate winemaking. By meticulously farming Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on steep, windswept…
Trippers & Askers
Trippers & Askers is a collaboration between friends, Hayden Felice and Andrew Fitzgerald. We share a vision for a playful, yet serious Central Coast winery focused on using the best organic fruit sourced from sustainable vineyards combined with minimal winemaking intervention. Our goal is to…
Tyler Winery
Tyler Winery is dedicated to producing wines of delicacy and balance, emphasizing structure, nuance, and elegance. Founded in 2005 by Santa Barbara native Justin Tyler Willett, Tyler began with a few barrels tucked away in a Santa Maria cellar where he was working as an…
Vega Vineyard and Farm
We are a winery and restaurant that focuses on Italian varietals and farm to table food. Our Vega Experience Menu is a guest and staff favorite! Enjoy some of Chef Rossi’s very best creations coupled with award-winning Steve Clifton wines. This experience is for those…
Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards
For the past 52 years we have been a family-owned and operated winery, and we are proud of the quality wines we continue to produce. We care for our land and farm our certified-sustainable vineyards with these principles in mind.
Bar Lou
Bar Lou is a new concept by the team that brought Dominick's, Little Dom's & Little Dom's Seafood to southern California. This new concept is focused on bringing the flavors of the French Riviera in a cozy environment to Montecito. It’s a little catch of…
Chocolate Maya
Retail chocolate shop Making our own truffles, bonbon and confections Selling high-end chocolate bars
Cristino’s Bakery
Cristino’s Bakery is an award-winning, Latina-owned artisan bakery and kitchen based in Goleta, proudly serving the Central Coast since 2017. We specialize in handcrafted Mexican food and pastries made entirely from scratch using fresh vegetables, fresh eggs, and preservative-free breads. Our diverse menu includes traditional…
Cuso’s Creamery
Welcome to Cuso’s Creamery, where indulgence meets natural ingredients. Our family-owned, all-natural ice cream shop is dedicated to crafting the finest ice cream using only the freshest, organic ingredients. Each scoop delivers a unique taste experience, blending fresh ice cream with exotic, new, and distinctive…
Dinkelbrot Delight
Dinkelbrot Delight is a charming bakery specializing in artisanal breads crafted from fresh milled Einkorn wheat, an ancient grain known for its nutritional benefits and digestibility. Their offerings include a variety of classic loaves, specialty breads, cinnamon rolls, pretzels and fruit preserves, all made with…
Empty Bowl Gourmet Noodle Bar
Authentic regional noodle bowls, speciality small plates inspired by the street food of Bangkok Thailand
Finch & Fork
Here at Finch & Fork, we are inspired by the bounty of Santa Barbara's lush farms and rugged coastline. Our attitude is relentlessly local, influenced by the diverse culinary techniques of our neighbors, the subdued, natural colors of our fog-swept cliffs, and the glow of…
Green Gold: The Avocado’s Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation
Sarah Allaback and Monique Parsons are the authors of Green Gold: The Avocado's Remarkable Journey from Humble Superfood to Toast of a Nation, available May 20 from Counterpoint Press. Anchored by the story of the Fuerte and the Hass, two exceptional trees that stood out…
LunaOlivo
Premium artisan California olive oils and fine Balsamic. We are an authentic California olive oil company sourcing premium Spanish varietals from some of the best growers and groves here in California. Our infused olive oils are a blend of ultra premium Spanish olive oils grown…
MAIZ PICANTE TAQUERIA
El Maíz y El Picante are our inspiration when it comes to serving Mexican Street Food, our Tacos are made with Tortillas with authentic nixtamal. We use products from México and adopt exceptional local products. We are happy to serve freshly made Tacos, Aguas Frescas,…
Mo’s To-Go
Mo’s To-Go is a fully inclusive scratch kitchen, where 100% of your order goes toward supporting people with disabilities. Each dish is crafted with the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable experience with every bite. Whether you’re indulging in the oysters or enjoying the mushroom toast,…
Taste Makers Market
Taste Markers Market is a collection of local artisan chefs who offer a variety of baked goods, local specialty produce, mixology and confections to Santa Barbara as a market twice a month. Our vendors are all local farmers and artisans and mixologists who share our…
The Gathering Table
The Gathering Table has a rich history rooted in the traditions of Santa Barbara County. Originally located inside The Ballard Inn, our restaurant quickly became known for its unique blend of Asian and French influences. Although we closed our doors in 2022, we are excited…
Michael Horne MFR
MH MFR offers in-home integrative wellness, combining Myofascial Release and coaching from an experienced Physical Therapist to address pain and mobility limitations. We meet you where you are, guiding you to achieve your goals.
Sanpellegrino CIAO! Flavored Sparkling Water
Sanpellegrino CIAO! is a flavored sparkling water with real fruit juices, balanced by a pinch of Sicilian salt. Available in four different flavors, it offers a refreshing taste of the Italian zest for life, with zero grams of added sugar and just 10 calories or…
Tilden
Tilden is a premium non-alcoholic cocktail company on a mission to redefine how we celebrate. We make high-ingredient botanical cocktails with all-natural ingredients and no added sugars or preservatives.
Thanks to all our purveyors for a successful 2024 event. Stay tuned for the 2025 Santa Barbara Culinary Experience purveyors!