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Santa Ynez Valley AVA: 314 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Santa Ynez Valley AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.54. It covers Santa Barbara counties and contains 314 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Central Coast AVA and contains 4 nested AVAs.

Where These Wineries Are

Santa Ynez Valley AVA: 314 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.

Before You Go

Tasting rooms change their hours constantly and many small producers are appointment only. Confirm directly with the winery before you travel.

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Where the Santa Ynez Valley AVA Is

Santa Barbara

Grapes Grown in Santa Ynez Valley

Pinot Noir

Chardonnay

Syrah

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grenache

Sauvignon Blanc

Cabernet Franc

Viognier

AVAs Inside Santa Ynez Valley

Ballard Canyon

Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara

Los Olivos District

Sta. Rita Hills

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.54.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA?

314 licensed producers are located in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA.

Where is the Santa Ynez Valley AVA?

It lies in California, covering Santa Barbara counties.

What does the Santa Ynez Valley AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Santa Ynez Valley must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.54.

Is Santa Ynez Valley part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Santa Ynez Valley sits within the Central Coast AVA.

Parent

Central Coast AVA

Children

Ballard Canyon AVA · Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA · Los Olivos District AVA · Sta. Rita Hills AVA

States

California Wineries

Grapes

Pinot Noir Wineries · Chardonnay Wineries · Syrah Wineries · Cabernet Sauvignon Wineries · Grenache Wineries · Sauvignon Blanc Wineries · Cabernet Franc Wineries · Viognier Wineries

Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.
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