Back-to-Back Outstandings in the Fields
Ojai Mountain Vineyard and Jalama Canyon Ranch are both hosting these beloved outdoor dinners on October 19 and 20.
Recent Stories
For the Land Chardonnay’s Chris Potter Label
The wine broker Daniel Berman is celebrating the late Santa Barbara artist’s landscape paintings on his first-ever bottling.
George Thurlow Reckons with His El Salvador Days
The former “Indy” publisher and retired UCSB assistant vice chancellor pens a soul-
searching memoir called “El Salvador: Blood on All Our Hands.”
Remembering a Big Decade for Santa Barbara Vintners
On the verge of the 40th Annual Santa Barbara Vintners Fest, a walk down memory lane of wine country news; plus, Vintners Fest intel and stories you may have missed.
Andrew Murray Buys Qupé Wine
The Santa Barbara County syrah superstar acquires Central Coast syrah pioneer.
Laetitia Winery Bought by Longtime Winemaker
Eric Hickey partners in a deal to restore the historic Arroyo Grande winery alongside 101 to popular acclaim.
Santa Barbara Farmers Market on the Move
I decided to go check out the market on the last day of its longtime location; plus, stories you may have missed.
Chenin Blanc Takes Root in the Sta. Rita Hills
Pali Wine Co. is exploring the white grape’s cool-climate potential in pinot noir land.
Full Belly Files | Bear Down for Burrito Week!
Now’s the time to try more than 20 different burritos all over town for just $8; plus, recent bites, stellar sips, and stories you may have missed.
Sea Creatures Wine Embodies Santa Barbara Spirit
Orcutt-raised Jesse Cloutier breaks out on his own after 17 vintages of winemaking for others.
