Standing Sun Wines

We had a birthday celebration for my daughter in laws birthday today. Our hostess Diane was…read moreamazing. She truly made our experience special. Five stars for her and five stars for excellent wine.

Brick Barn is one of the best spots in the valley and they're open later than most wineries, which…read moreis a huge plus. There are two patios with tons of seating and gorgeous views, as well as plenty of cozy indoor seating for chilly nights. The vibe is rustic but regal, and the main room has lots of great shopping to browse while you sip. The wine is delicious. I especially love the Grenache Rosé, Blanc de Blanc, and Pinot. They offer several different flights, but my favorite is the bubbly flight with four pours to try. Feeling hungry? Their cheese platters are tasty and pair perfectly with the wines. Everyone who works here is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. We especially love visiting when there's live music. They also host tons of fun events and classes, including comedy nights, so it's definitely worth joining the club or at least hopping on their mailing list. Whether you're local or just passing through, you don't want to skip a visit here!

Lovely cheese board

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The glass reflects light

Vega Vineyard and Farm

In my day…read more. I have been to so many Vineyards & even a few Farms too. But this place.. Is a twofer! Yeah, baby! A Vineyard AND a Farm! Beat that Napa Valley! Ok, Ok.. I know Napa Valley is like THE Mecca of Wineries, at least in California, & going there once before, I kinda understand, kinda. But is it really that much better? In my humble opinion.. Ehh. It was whatever Sure, I'm down dropping a nice crispy Benjamin to get that aged, vintage 2013 Cab.. But will I really care, or even notice once that bottle is depleted & I'm now ordering the 2nd least expensive Chenin Blanc on the menu just to wash away all my worries. (Suddenly, Every wine snob, wine aficionado & novice sommelier enters the chat) But, But Lance, it's Napa, How dare you speak against this Holy Land of all Superior Wine. And to that I say, I get it. I truly understand that not all wine is created equally, but also that not all of us have the BIG BUCKS to continuously drop $100 big ones on that prized Napa Cab. Hey, call me crazy, but to me, it's not just ALL about the wine that is produced, but more about the overall experience. It's the vibe. It's the way you are treated. & it's definitely about how they made you feel. Anyone else getting Maya Angelou vibes?? IYKYK ;) **All Wine Snobs have left the Chat** *Vega Vineyard and Farm has entered the chat* Alright team Vega, sit back, kick your feet up, & just listen while I brag a little about you. It was a BEAUTIFUL November afternoon just 4 days prior to Thanksgiving. We were heading back south from Paso Robles & decided to make a little pit stop before getting all the way back home. So my wife looked up wineries in the area that were kid friendly & Vega was at the top of the list. Walking in, we noticed that they had a little restaurant right at the entrance, so we went to put our name down for a table. Unfortunately, the wait time was a little longer than we wanted to wait, only because we had the kids with us, but the hostess suggested if we didn't want to wait, that they had more food on the other end of the farm in "Pops Place". Other than the wine itself, eating the food in "Pops Place" was probably the best move we could have unintentionally made that day. (I'll explain in a bit) So we slowly made our way towards the other side of the farm/vineyard & all I can say is, what a gorgeous property it was. The farm life, the outdoors, the weather, & I was with my Fam. It couldn't have been a better day! Once we got to Pops Place, it was like we entered into a whole new world. A huge area for kids with a jungle gym, stations for outdoor games & activities, benches to sit, even private cabanas you can reserve (not sure if there is a cost) & of course a little shack to order food and wine! So remember earlier when I said eating in Pops Place was probably the best move we could have made that day, Well here are 3 reasons why! 1) We ordered the George's Greek Gyro Pita w/fries (a beef gyro with lettuce, tomato, onions & tzatziki wrapped in a pita) and.. OH. MY. GAWDDD It was so flippin' GOOD! It was so good, that I didn't even have time to snap a pic, let alone set it down after taking that 1st bite. It was complete perfection! 2) Chicken Strips & Fries from the kids menu w/a side of ranch.. Let's just say, The kids loved 'em. 3) We washed it all down w/a beautiful, crisp, perfect for a fall day, 2024 bottle of their finest ALBARIÑO. & it was, EXCELLENT!! After we sat & ate, let the kids get out all of their energy, the fun at Vega continued. From there, we headed to feed the livestock on the property (lettuce sold onsite for a few bucks). There were Chickens, Goats, Pigs, Emu's & Sheep, and the kids and myself had a blast feeding 'em. After that, we stopped off at one of their gift shops to browse all of the fun stuff. Of course, we got the kids their requested candy! The staff we interacted with while at Vega were all so kind, welcoming & made us feel apart of the extended Vega family. Because of this, we will definitely be coming back next time we pass through. So, & this is where YOU come in! The next time you are passing through Buellton, do yourself, your spouse and your kids, if you've got them, a HUGE favor: Come check out Vega Vineyard & Farm and tell me that I was right!

Had a great family brunch at Vega Vineyard and Farm in Buellton and it checked all the boxes. The…read morewine was solid across the board, easy to sip and perfect for a slow brunch vibe. Best part was they actually make it fun for families. Plenty of space for the kids to run around and entertainment to keep them busy while the adults relax and enjoy a glass. Good wine, happy kids, zero stress. That's a win.

Easter brunch

Golden abd red beet salad with arugula

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2021 Dal Prano

Kaena at the Ranch

4.6(62 reviews)

1.6 mi

We stopped at Kaena at the Ranch after a visiting Ostrichland and we're so glad we did! I'm so…read morehappy we saw their name and logo while we were driving into Solvang because we immediately knew there was some kind of tie to Hawaii! We truly felt at home just like Ohana (family)! Sally took wonderful care of us with our tasting while she told us more about Kaena's history. Although the weather wasn't cooperating with our vacation schedule very well we still managed to get out to enjoy all that we could. The cold and wet rain we maneuvered around seemed to bring a lot of people indoors for drier activities so it was so nice to see all the traffic many of the places we visited buzzing! Kaena had a steady stream of people coming and going during our visit so we were very happy to see them doing well! Their tasting room was welcoming and very spacious! I don't remember seeing that there were any food items for sale, but we had just eaten lunch so we weren't looking for anything to eat... There's lots of parking out front. There are a few cats roaming around the property in case you have allergies but they didn't come near us. We loved our visit with Kaena at the Ranch and hope you will love it just as much as we did! Mahalo for supporting them!

Kaena at the Ranch is a beautiful winery located in Solvang. If you want Hawaiian vibes, friendly…read morehospitality and some great tasting wines then come here! The owner is a Hawaiian native who's been crowned "The King of Grenache" and I can see why! I enjoyed the standard tasting flight, which included Grenache Rosé, Hapa Blanc, Tierra Alta Grenache, Ronin and Hapa Red. I can honestly say every single one was good. Normally there's at least one wine that I don't care for, but this tasting flight was probably the best I've tried. The location of this winery is on a ranch. It's beautiful, spacious and located next to a horse ranch. What a bonus! I wandered over to the horses and they let me pet them. I absolutely adored them. Chiquita the cat is also onsite ready to greet you at the parking lot. They offer a small batch of snacks, beverages and charcuterie. You are also allowed to bring your own food. Customer service here is outstanding! Unfortunately, I can't remember the lady that tended to us on our visit, but she was friendly and helpful at explaining each pour. Overall, a gem of a place to check out!

Indoor seating

Winery

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Inside views

Buscador Wine

5.0(71 reviews)

Oh, man! Go see this buscador (seeker), Matt! I'm so glad he's settled into Buellton, making his…read moreexceptional wines and hosting in his whimsical, comfortable tasting room (with plenty of cozy inside and outside shaded seating). A generous tasting of 8+ of his wines is $25, waived with a $40 purchase. Warm and welcoming, super down-to-earth, and so genuine, Matt made the visit a memorable experience. He will chat with you (about the wine, Buellton, surfing, and/or his extensive travels) or leave you be to enjoy. It's super chill. Snacks available - try the smoked Gouda pretzels, yum. My favorite wine was the Xarel-lo, which I learned is the grape used to make Cava. There wasn't a wine of his that I didn't enjoy, and whether reds or whites are your jam, you will be impressed. I'm telling all my Central Coast friends and visitors to put this tasting room on their list. 10 stars!

Love these wines, love stopping in to visit. No better club to belong to! We'd be in more if we…read morelived closer but it is definitely an excuse to drive an hour + up the coast on a weekend. Truly can't find a bad wine here and the company is great when you stop in!

Lincoln & I chillin'

The Bar

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Plenty of outside chill space

Hitching Post Wines

4.6(50 reviews)

0.7 mi

The staff (and people in general) are SO FRIENDLY! We brought our pup and sat with an amazing…read morevalley+mountain view. My steak salad was cooked to perfection. My fiancée's grilled chicken salad was delicious as well. You order up front and then sit wherever you want. Not really a bad seat in the house! We'll be back!

We popped over for some pork tacos, grilled artichoke and some wine. The view and staff were…read morespectacular!

Dog toys for sale

Very cool metal sculptures in the outside lunch area!!

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Outdoor space

Lavender Oak Vineyard

5.0(19 reviews)

1.1 mi

Had a fantastic time at LOV. The owners were great and the wine was too. Enjoyed it so much we…read morejoined the wine club.

Wonderful wines and lavender essential oil. Owner very nice and made sure we had a wonderful…read moreexperience. Became members and looking forward to many trips there. Small winery and quality wines.

The Vineyard

Main entrance

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Pool house

Tierra Y Vino

4.9(21 reviews)

We had the absolute best experience at Tierra y Vino Tasting Room in Buellton! Pat was a true gem,…read moresweeter than the wine and the definition of exceptional hospitality. She made us feel so welcome from the moment we walked in. My favorite pour was the Tres Uvas, perfectly blended and beautifully balanced. Every sip was a treat! We had to bring a bottle home with us. Pat also gave us fantastic food recommendations and even encouraged us to bring our own food next time, which makes us even more excited to come back and make a whole afternoon of it. We're sorry we missed Andre and Caren, the lovely owners, but please know your place is clearly loved and so well taken care of. Pat, you are wonderful, we'll definitely be returning soon. Cheers!

Excellent wines. Did the tasting of 5 reds for $25, and everything was amazing. Our server, Pat was…read morewonderful and very knowledgeable and friendly. Our favorites were the Trea Uvas - Syrah, Grenache and petit Syrah, and the petite Syrah was amazing. We got a bottle of each. Will definitely make this a stop on our future visits to Buellton!

Wine tasting

Award winning wines.

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Award Winning Wines!

Dierberg Vineyard

4.3(127 reviews)

5.8 mi

Was looking forward to visiting Dierberg today. Beware. We looked up the tasting hours and the…read morewebsite showed it was open until 5pm. We made a special trip there and pulled into the parking lot around 3pm with a few cars and a tour van in the parking lot, building doors wide open and a good number of customers inside tasting their wines. We walked inside and up to the counter and asked a host woman behind it what the tasting menu was. She then asked if we were part of the "private function." We said "no" and then we were told that a private party paid for the space and the host asked us to leave. Insulting and ridiculous. Not going back.

The place is beautiful, but devoid of coziness, warmth, vibe, or character. The only comfortable…read morechairs (appeared to be red vinyl) are in areas where you can only get a peak of the outside. The rest are metal stools. We tried sitting outside, where there was a nice view, but you can hear electricity loudly humming in the background. We ordered a glass of Pinot Noir which was completely undrinkable. We are sure the owners poured a lot of money in this place, but unfortunately their designers were only interested in cold aesthetics. Stay away from the Moonstone cheese which was too harsh tasting and the crackers seem to have sugar in them, which does not fit the cheese. The stars were for the bartender who was a nice person and the fact they had blankets in baskets and foot heaters which are necessary.

The CCL Private Tasting Room at Dierberg Drum Canyon.

Cozy seating in the heart of Sta. Rita Hills.

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Cholame Vineyard

5.0(18 reviews)

As a certified sommelier, I recommend this 2017 Mourvedre. What a treat! Thank you.read more

Hidden Gem in an industrial looking part of the 'hood. We…read moretasted: Chardonnay - french style - clean, crisp... Hint of oak GSM - easy drinking GSM.... Great everyday wine! While it's easy to drink, it's also got a lot of character and dimensions. Fruit notes but not sweet.... Not tannic so it's not dry either. Tempranillo - love! Hints of fruit and earthiness ...a bit of tannins... Slight acidity. This hit my palate just right. Like a sangiovese, I think it needs food. I think it could pair with anything from Bolognese to meatloaf to Taco Tuesday. Zinfandel - this is a lighter Zin IMO. Not a big peppery, spicy Zin. Super easy drinking I wanted to get this too so I'll go online later and buy it. Syrah - hubby really liked this one... For me I was expecting a bigger, jammier Syrah... This one was lighter and more approachable in terms of drinking. Its not heavy, not super tannic. Really a lovely red. All were great! Flying home so only a couple bottles fit in my bag. Chardonnay and Tempranillo were our picks for the day! (This time.) Definitely gonna order more online.

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Esfuerzo Wine

4.6(13 reviews)

Great lil winery. Friendly, Ready to let you know about there wines. Had a great time visiting…read more Very Nice Ambience inside and out!

David was literally the best - we had great conversation with the entire bar - he was so lively -…read morethe wine was amazing - really recommend coming here for Wine Wednesday