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Folded Hills Montecito Tasting Room

4.4 (29 reviews)
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Alice W.

My friends and I were riding bikes through montecito and passed by Folded Hills. Never heard of the winery before but it looked cute so we went for some outdoor tasting. :) I can't actually remember what bottle we got but it was one of the red blends. At first, I wasn't a fan, but as I kept drinking it (or maybe as I let it breathe), it got better. I ended up buying a bottle! I also appreciate that the winery is health conscious. They advertise as having 0 residual sugars, 1 (or less than 1) carb, and low sulfates, which just brings more comfort to a gal who is trying to enjoy a glass of wine but also pursue keto.

Wine for the mid-day! So delicious! Loved it:)
Cory B.

What a beautiful setting. I felt far from the city! Loved the staff! Great wines too!

Marie F.

Wonderful and inviting experience. Will be back and hope to visit the vineyard after learning more. Enjoyed the fight from rose to the club reserve red blend.

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Richie D.

The long awaited opening of Folded Hills Tasting Room in Montecito is finally here (day 3 and counting)! I had first tasted their Folded Hills wine at a Santa Barbara Nature Museum event and was happy to know that they'd be opening this tasting room, plus another tasting room off the 101 near their Nojoqui farmstead. Located right off Olive Mill and Coast Village, the tasting room is extremely clean and modern. MJ, Megan and Lauren are extremely welcoming and just as excited as I am. Their tasting menu includes a Rosé, White, two Grenaches and a Red blend for $25 a person. I'm a fan of red wines primarily so I enjoyed the Grenaches, however their Rosé and White will be perfect for this coming summer.

Jon and Jay enjoying some delicious wine.
Lisa S.

We loved this place! We were greeted by a beautiful smiling face and welcomed in. MJ told us great tidbits about the wine and the Busch family as she poured. The Twenty One was my favorite story. Every single wine was amazing. MJ made the tasting! We liked it so much our friends joined the wine club. I suspect we will too! Thank you MJ for a great evening tasting! We will see you soon!

Montecito's first and only wine tasting room is so cool!  Equestrian vibe and fantastic wines and service!

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Beautiful tasting room, attentive and knowledgeable attendant, the wines were not to my liking

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We loved so much we joined the wine club! Amazing wines - great atmosphere and MJ & Megan were so sweet!

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The best organically grown wine- a cozy spot to stop in for an excellent glass of wine and company

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As always love Folded HILLS wines!! I became a reserve member in 2021 and their wines have become my favorites!!

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A must visit for locals and people coming from al around! The atmosphere is great and the wine is even better!

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Ask the Community - Folded Hills Montecito Tasting Room

Do I need a reservation for wine tasting or are walk-ins fine?

Hello! Reservations are always encouraged, but walk-ins are absolutely welcome. Hope to see you soon!

Do you offer any cheese plates for purchase?

Hi! Yes we do. We have charcuterie boxes available at both of our tasting rooms.

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Backroom with roll-up doors

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Wall of vinyl in the tasting room.

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Back tasting area is airy and open to the train tracks and the "Carpinteria Salt Marsh Reserve".

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An assortment of classic board games offer a fun way to "unplug" with a glass of wine at our downtown tasting room.

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The bar area of Sunbelt

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