Casual wine bar, I thought it was cool they provided maps and showed us where each wine came from.

Samsara winery is located about 10-15 minutes away from Santa Barbara, and tucked away off Los Carneros Rd. I love checking out new wineries I haven't been to, and came across this one on Tik Tok. There's ample parking here with other small businesses in this little plaza. Such as Captain Fatty's Brewery and Green Star coffee. The winery itself is located around the corner once you drive in. Look for the signage directing you towards the back. They have a nice outdoor patio area, but I chose to sit inside on my visit. I was the only person there most likely because it was a weekday. I decided to do a tasting of the reds. It was $30, which seemed a little high but the wine is from the Santa Rita Hills region. Anyone who knows about STA. is aware that they have the best Pinots. I enjoyed each tasting and Julie was really good at explaining each pour. The Pinot and Syrah/Grenache/Mourvèdre were my favorites. I also appreciate that I didn't get a headache after sampling the wines. That's a huge plus! Overall, I had a nice experience here. I would love to come back and try their wine specials and listen to live music on a Sunday Funday afternoon. read more

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Service, wine, ambiance...so great! We stopped by on our little weekend getaway and we are so happy we did. We did the tastings, me the variety and my husband the pintos that they were highlighting. Each wine was so good. I'm not a Chardonnay person but theirs were really good. They're dog friendly, which is always a plus in my book. They also offer cheese and crackers (extra cost of course) and they waive your tasting fee if you buy 3 bottles. Samsara is definitely a great winery to try on your way up to wine country. read more

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Genevieve was absolutely wonderful. Gave us so much information about the winemaking process and regions of their grapes. Also answered so many of our random questions and made us feel very welcome. The wine was an added bonus if you ask me. Thank you for making my birthday experience so special! read more

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This is a hidden gem! Nestled near the Goleta neighborhoods by lake Los Carneros, this place has full service wine tasting and lots of bottles to try! Primarily sourced from the Santa Rita hills, you can taste the quality that you would expect from California wine. While the weather is mild, I recommend stopping by and grabbing a seat in their extended outdoor area, filled with several fire pits to lounge around while you sip. Will be back to sample more wine soon! read more

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For everyone who knows just how special the Santa Rita Hills/Santa Ynez Valley is for exquisite wines, Samsara Wine is the place to be to taste and experience just how special that Appellation has been. A very friendly tasting room with comfy seating inside or out. And pet friendly too. We were greeted by the tasting room English Cream mascot, Gus. He welcomed us warmly and kept us entertained throughout the tasting. Our server Anna was very gracious in walking us through the delicious tasting, and made sure we knew exactly where each bottle was harvested, as well as the history behind those special vineyards. Hard to pick a favorite, which means we will definitely be back to revisit each one. Thoroughly enjoyed their tasting list of Rose of Mouvedre/Grenache, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Grenache, and their Cuvee d'Inspiration, Syrah/Grenache. Their intimate tasting room is located off Hwy 101 at the Los Carneros exit. Plenty of parking, and within crawling distance of Captain Fatty's Brewery. read more

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Jack was the GOAT. . Ok but seriously 10/10 experience, the wine, ambiance, and learning experience were excellent! - an amateur wine drinker read more

Great wine. Friendly staff . Dogs are welcome . Very cute wine tasting area . Thru showed us around in the back where they make the wine .

Great wine tasting room--might be the only one in Goleta, and it really delivers. The wines are solid across the board, with grapes sourced from Sta. Rita Hills, which I think produces some of the best grapes around. The space is unassuming but transforms into a cozy, welcoming spot. There's a nice outdoor area too, perfect for a relaxed afternoon with a glass in hand. Chill vibe, good pours, and definitely worth a visit if you're into local wine. read more

The wine at Samsara & service from Jen was top notch! Such a lovely wine tasting and learned more about wine in a relaxing chill atmosphere . read more

My husband and I, visited Santa Barbara, and Solvang over the Christmas Holidays and me being a wine guy, we just HAD to stop into Samsara's tasting room in Los Olivos! MIA is Fantastic! 5 STARS ALL AROUND FOR MIA! From the second we stepped in, MIA greeted us, explained the history of the winery and different soil structures, and really helped to guide us in our wine selections. Just when it couldn't get any better, another couple came in and joined us, and then MIA brought out her guitar and THE MAGIC BOOK! More people came in and she made damn sure everyone felt welcomed and her service NEVER slipped. She sang to all of us and truly created a magical time. We didn't want to leave at closing!This trip, the wine, and MIA, was incredible. I had the $35 Red Wine flight and holy smokes! Every single wine was incredible! I'm not just saying this, ( I work in a wine shop that carries your Pinot ) every wine was spectacular. MIA even showed us and explained all of the different soils structures. The 2012' Zotovich Syrah- Everything I want in life ! The 2017' Colson Canyon Syrah- absolutely singing! The 2021' Radiant PN- Silky, Elegant, Mysterious, and we all crave more! The 2021' Sebastiano Syrah - Life changing! I would have bartered my husband for the rest of the lot and the library reserve! ( heheh ). Well done Samsara team! Matt Brady, keep on doing what you're doing and making the world a better place! Joan and Dave, Thank you for sharing your vision with the world. She went above and beyond all night. Thank you MIA for sharing your raw talent, energy, and love with us. We WILL be back. Also, MIA, NEVER EVER STOP WRITING AND SINGING. You are a gift to this world and KEEP ON SHINING BRIGHT! Thank you again, Jamison ( like the whiskey ) & Ramon. Love from San Diego! read more

This place is amazing. Wine is fantastic. Service is always prompt and friendly. Julie signed me up for the club a year ago and always recognizes my face and makes sure to come say hello. Highly recommend for an addition to any wine club portfolio. read more

We love Samsara! It's a great place to meet up with friends for a tasting or glass of wine. They have lots of outdoor seating and cozy indoor area (with air conditioning). All of the staff is super friendly and the wine is delicious. On our most recent visit we tried the Summer to Chill tasting which consists of all chilled wines, perfect for a hot summer day. The rosé is one of my favorites. They're also dog friendly which is a plus! read more

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Recently had the opportunity to try Samsara and had a great time at their Goleta location. Pretty easy to find with parking available right out front. Indoor and outdoor seating options. They have two different wine tasting options, one of which is all red, but I opted for the one that included whites. All of the wines were excellent. The service was great- super attentive in filling our glasses. The decor inside is really cute. Such a cozy vibe with beautiful plants. Definitely stop in if you're in the area! read more

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If you are in the Santa Barbara area and love Pinot your wishes have been answered. Just had my first visit. Their wines are outstanding. The staff is so informative and friendly. And very dog friendly. A hidden gem. read more

My husband and I had a great time tasting at Samsara in Los Olivos. Mellonie was fantastic and spent so much time with us explaining each unique varietal. By the end of the tasting she felt like family and we left with warm hearts and a case of fantastic wine. We will be back! read more

Always friendly service and very knowledgeable staff. Delicious wines. Can't wait for the bubbles in December. Have been members for quite some time for a reason...because this place is awesome as is their vino. read more

We stopped in while exploring the Santa Barbara area. Jack was really great and super informative. Just a really great little spot to try some yummy wines. read more

Nice outdoor seating, live music on a Sunday afternoon, & great wine! A few of us had tastings & the staff is friendly, knowledgeable about the wine, and gave efficient service! read more

Great Pinot Noirs! The wine tasting was very educational all our questions about the wines and vineyards were answered. Loved the ambiance! read more

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Amazing wine and such great staff. I originally signed up to their wine club with the intent to stay on for 1 year. Well, here we are at year #2 and I don't plan on leaving it. Such great wine and Chris at the Goleta location has been awesome these last few times I've gone to pick up my shipment. Signing up to Samsara's wine club was one of the best decisions I've made! read more

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Samsara was our first tasting room visit after arriving to LAX and heading to Buellton. Devon was a great hostess and poured some very lovely wines for us with a great variety. It was a beautiful afternoon so we were able to sit on their very cute patio out front. Joan, the owner came out to speak to us and even allowed us to go to the back where they were crushing the grapes and filling the barrels. My boyfriend has been a member for many years and I've been fortunate to be able to enjoy them with him at home. I would highly recommend visiting Devon to taste some very good wines. read more

I had been longing for the wine scene to spread into Goleta given that it's everywhere else along the Central Pacific Coast, Malibu in the south to Paso Robles in the north. SAMsARA is on the forefront by opening up their barrel and tasting room near Captain Fatty's Brewery off the 101 and Los Carneros on December 1st, 2018. They still have a second tasting room in Los Olivos and a production room not open to the public in Lompoc. The tasting room manager Devon is welcoming and very knowledgeable after working several years at DV8 in the Funk Zone. The tasting room's space is surprisingly open and modern given that it's in an industrial area. They currently have on the tasting menu a chardonnay, two pinot noirs, a grenache and a syrah. I personally enjoyed the 2014 Santa Rita Hills Pinot and 2014 Grenache. Each tasting includes five wines for $15 per person. Note: A tasting fee is waived with 3 bottle purchase. Winemaker Matt Brady previously worked for Jaffurs over ten years and has mastered the winemaking process of local Santa Rita Hills grapes. He doesn't add additional yeast for fermentation and no fining or filtering. All his wine is placed into French oak barrels that are stored on-site in a 55-degree cellar for 18 (Pinot) - 24 (Syrah) months. The tasting room is open Thursday thru Monday 12pm-7pm (perfect for an after work drink). Keep in mind that they're closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, but you can make an appointment for a private tasting or rent it for an event space. It is a bit hidden so travel to the far end of the industrial area that faces the Freeway 101 to find it (Yelp map location is correct). I've heard word that more wineries are moving into Goleta and I look forward to these additions. read more

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Glad to see wine tasting moving out to Goleta with the craft beer and cider. Nice tasting room, clean and modern. Staff was cordial but; not impressed with the service or wine. The tasting room was not very busy however I had to go back up to bar every time for my next pour. The pours were maybe two small swallows and $20.00 a tasting is a little steep. The wine was good but not any better than other less pricey options. Not rushing back here, many other more inviting tasting rooms to try. Hope to see more wine tasting in Goleta to offer more options. read more

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Super friendly service and a great little tasting room. I got a glass of Chardonnay and settled in to read my book. The Chardonnay was lovely. They checked on my regularly and were kind to my dog. There's indoor and outdoor seating. They had a water bowl for pups outside. read more

We spent a couple of days during the last crush with the folks at SAMsARA, where we got to know all of the staff in person. We have been club members for several years, but this was the first time we got to see the Goleta facility in person. What a wonderful and well-run facility and organization! When visiting, guests experience the friendly atmosphere and positive focus on super high quality wine couples with excellent service. This is a stop you should go out of your way to make if you are anywhere near the Santa Barbara area. read more

Stopped by to try their wines and glad we did! Chris was working that day and was very knowledgeable about their wines and spent time answering all our questions. We and our friends joined their wine club that day! We know the winemaker from a prior winery and he's making some really great wines! read more

We decided we were in the need of some new wines, and discovered Samsara was close to where we live. There are no wineries out in Goleta since Foley moved from the Bacara location so we were happy to find it.... We haven't joined a new winery in a couple of years due to COVID, so we thought we'd go by and see if it was a good place to try some new wines. It was early and there was no one in it but our wine steward Chris so we stayed. The tasting room is spacious and comfortable, and the wines were incredible... Chris is so knowledgeable and such a great person to talk to, we ended up staying well over an hour. We immediately joined the club and went home with a case, we were back later for another case a week later to fill our wine fridge and have comfortably settled in to our new stash.... we will be heading back soon for a refill! What a wonderful addition to our area :) read more

After some friends had recommended this place to me many times I took time to meet some friends for happy hour here a few weeks ago. It was nice to see a wine tasting room in Goleta. I decided to just do a glass of wine after checking out their menu. I waited for a few minutes at the counter and then finally got served. I ended up just going with the pinot noir which was fairly good! The body was nice and full which was great! I loved the pinot noir it was very delish. Overall I will be back again soon to do another tasting! :) read more

have been to Santa Barbara and the Sta Rita Hills wine country a couple of times before I discovered Samsara. What a find! Definitely my BEST find of my 2020 vacation. I've been back several times and joined their wine club. Lily Hays-director of hospitality and Devon DeFazio-wine club manager have always made imparted their tremendous knowledge of their wines and the the whole Santa Ynez Valley AVA. Samsara wines are delicious, bold, structured, and balanced. Winemaker Matt Brady is to thank for that. He is amazing. What a treat to watch the many Zooms he hosted or co-hosted during Covid shutdown. Coming your way again, y'all. See you soon! read more

Rejoice Goleta! We finally have it all :-) after several years of enjoying multiple craft brewers and even now a cidery. Goletians ( and visitors) can finally enjoy our very own full service winery and tasting room. Located on Calle Real a few spaces away from one of our excellent breweries ( captain fattys) Samsara has opened up its main tasting room and winery facility. ( there's the original out in Los Olivos too). Having a full winery with tasting room and production facility is a true godsend for Goodland wine lovers and a bold first for owners David and Joan as well as veteran wine maker Matt Brady. Yes THAT Matt Brady, the guy who put the "Kick Ass" into Jaffurs and Granddaddy wines for the past 10 years or so. That's an unbeatable combination IMHO :-). I've been following this project since I heard rumors about it over a year ago and I'm privileged and lucky to get to experience the soft opening this past weekend. I can't encourage a visit to Samsara any more strongly. The wines are great now and they will only get better as Matt shepherds ever more vintages from vineyard to bottle. Beyond that the crew from owner and winemaker on down is top notch. Everyone knows everything about the wines being poured and the story behind the brand. We couldn't have had a better group decide to set up shop out here in Goleta. Viva Samsara read more

We had a fantastic time visiting the Goleta tasting room. Even though our visit coincided with the height of COVID protocols, Lily made us feel welcome, provided us with a first-rate tasting, was welcoming toward our dogs, and even provided us with a tour of the operations room. Most importantly, Samsara makes fantastic, elegant wines that can be consumed now or cellared. We have so enjoyed being members of Samsara's wine club, and recommend them to anyone who enjoys fine wines and top-notch service. read more

A amazing winery with excellent service. I have visited twice and had amazing experiences with excellent wine.

The wine was a bit hit or miss and they were pretty expensive for what you get- given there are a lot of other better wineries for the price in the Santa Barbara area. $20 for a tasting of 5, limited indoor but more outdoor seating. The vibes and area are nice and there's a chill brewery next door as well in the complex. read more

Delightful, quiet place to enjoy a delicious wine. Walking distance from my house makes it extra special. Close to town. Nice to have a quality wine tasting spot in Goleta read more

Conveniently off the freeway, this casual and informal setting makes visitors feel comfortable. The tasting room team is knowledgeable and will customize your tasting. My group enjoyed a great tasting progression and went home with some fabulous Syrahs. read more

Great wine, terrific service, great way to spend a few hours- right here in Goleta! Highly recommend.

There are so many small wine tasting rooms, so they have to make each and every visit a positive experience! And SAMsARA does just that, a great experience and fabulous wine! read more

A quiet location for a tasting. Delicious wines. Bring some cheese and crackers, enjoy a relaxing time. Take a few bottles home!

I love this cozy spot in Goleta to unwind. The selection of wines are delicious and the flight is nicely affordable.