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Santa Ynez Valley AVA
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The Santa Ynez Valley AVA is a celebrated wine region stretching from the Santa Ynez Mountains to the Los Padres National Forest, encompassing several sub-appellations like Sta. Rita Hills and Happy Canyon. Its unique east-west orientation allows cool ocean breezes to create ideal conditions for Burgundian and Rhône varietals. Visitors can explore countless tasting rooms in charming towns like Solvang, Los Olivos, and Buellton, or tour vineyard estates for a deeper understanding of the terroir. The valley's scenic beauty, with rolling hills and oak-dotted landscapes, adds to the allure.
Don't miss
- Taste world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the Sta. Rita Hills sub-appellation.
- Visit the historic town of Los Olivos for a walkable stretch of tasting rooms and art galleries.
- Take a guided vineyard tour to learn about the region's unique climate and soil diversity.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Santa Ynez Valley AVA
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inSpooky Solvang Ghost Hunting & History Tour4.9★ · 320 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$55 per personSee dates →
Most bookedSanta Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)4.8★ · 233 travelers~5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$239 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Santa Ynez Wine Tour (All-Inclusive)4.9★ · 12 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$500 per personSee dates →More attractions in Solvang