Central California

Santa Maria Valley & Los Alamos

A curated guide to northern Santa Barbara County wine

22 featured wineries · 9-page PDF guide

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Cool valley, warm welcome

Opening directly to the Pacific, the Santa Maria Valley was among California's first designated wine appellations. Cool ocean air creates an exceptionally long growing season, prized for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah.

The area is also the home of Santa Maria-style barbecue. Nearby, the small Old West town of Los Alamos has become a favorite stop, with tasting rooms, bakeries and restaurants along its main street.

At a glance

Signature wines: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah
Getting there: US-101 in northern Santa Barbara County
When to go: Year-round; autumn harvest is a highlight
Plan ahead: Check hours for smaller tasting rooms, especially midweek

The 22 featured wineries

A Tribute To Grace Wine CompanyLos Alamos
Alapay CellarsSanta Maria
Amada CellarsLos Alamos
Bedford WineryLos Alamos
Bien Nacido and Solomon Hills EstatesSanta Maria
Cambria WinerySanta Maria
Clementine CarterLos Alamos
Colluvial WinesSanta Maria
Dovecote Estate WineryLos Alamos
El VineroOrcutt
Fess Parker WinerySanta Maria
Foxen VineyardSanta Maria
Foxen WinerySanta Maria
Labyrinth WinesSanta Maria
Lo-Fi WinesLos Alamos
LumenSanta Maria
Miller Family Wine CompanySanta Maria
Presquile WinerySanta Maria
Rancho SisquocSanta Maria
RiverbenchSanta Maria
Shokrian WineryLos Alamos
So Far Out Wine CompanyLos Alamos

Full details for each winery are in the free PDF guide.

Data: California ABC & TTB public records

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