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Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA: 314 Wineries, Counties and Grapes

The Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA is a federally designated American Viticultural Area in California, established under 27 CFR 9.217. It covers Santa Barbara counties and contains 314 licensed wine producers. It sits inside the larger Central Coast AVA.

Where These Wineries Are

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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.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

Santa Barbara

Grapes Grown in Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara

Pinot Noir

Chardonnay

Syrah

Cabernet Sauvignon

Grenache

Sauvignon Blanc

Cabernet Franc

Viognier

AVAs Inside Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara

None

Legal Definition

Codified at 27 CFR 9.217.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many wineries are in the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA?

314 licensed producers are located in the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA.

Where is the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA?

It lies in California, covering Santa Barbara counties.

What does the Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara AVA designation mean?

A wine labelled Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara must contain at least 85 percent grapes grown inside the AVA boundary, which is defined in 27 CFR 9.217.

Is Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara part of a larger AVA?

Yes, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara sits within the Central Coast AVA.

Parent

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Details are collected from public records and the producer's own website and may be outdated. theUSAwineguide.com is not responsible for outdated or inaccurate information; confirm hours and availability with the winery before visiting.