Full Belly Files: Let’s Celebrate the Sta. Rita Hills
Lots of anniversaries are happening in this wine region as it prepares for the annual Wine & Fire celebration in mid-August; plus, stories you may have missed.
Author: Matt Kettmann
Saying Goodbye to Santa Rosa Dorm
A former resident reflects on UCSB’s recently demolished residence hall.
Sharpening the Focus at Pence Vineyards
Meeting Blair Pence’s new team and learning about changes at the Sta. Rita Hills estate.
Exploring New Whites and Reds at Gainey Vineyard
The Santa Ynez Valley estate continues to evolve with the recent releases of sauvignon gris and petite sirah.
$1 Million Still Available for Vineyard Pollinator Habitat Grants
Grants up to $200,000 available to wineries & vineyards until the end of July.
Full Belly Files: How My Donnachadh Visit Turned Into Chef Collab Dinner
Tasting the first decade of this Sta. Rita Hills estate, which is bringing Emmer & Rye’s Kevin Fink from Austin to Carpinteria’s Rincon Hill Farm; plus, stories you may have missed.
Is Txiki the Drink of the Summer?
Cambria Winery’s new txakolina-inspired release Is full of fizzy fun.
Plan Ahead for Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley
Tickets sell out early for many of the dinners, tastings, and activities happening October 1 to 4.
Full Belly Files: Wine Legends Honor Eric Sonquist
Remembering this longtime supporter of Santa Barbara wine country; plus, numerous upcoming wine & food events and stories you may have missed.
Ashkahn Brings Bright Vibes to Santa Barbara Wine Country
Artist-turned-winemaker Ashkahn Shahparnia is now selling his natural wines and fine stationery in Los Olivos.
