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Alisos Canyon is a 5,774-acre AVA in Santa Barbara County, established in 2020. It is defined by its position between the Santa Maria Valley and the Santa Ynez Valley, specializing in concentrated Syrah and Rhone-style wines grown on sandstone and shale soils.
Explore Alisos Canyon →Ballard Canyon is a small, north-south oriented AVA in the Santa Ynez Valley of Santa Barbara County. It is specifically recognized for its focus on Syrah and other Rhône varieties grown in a transitional climate.
Explore Ballard Canyon →Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara is the easternmost and warmest AVA in Santa Barbara County, established in 2009. It is the primary region for Bordeaux varietals in the area, characterized by a significant diurnal temperature range and a landscape of rolling hills and equestrian estates.
Explore Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara →The Los Olivos District AVA is a broad, alluvial terrace in the Santa Ynez Valley characterized by uniform topography and a climate that supports both Rhône and Bordeaux grape varieties. It is centered around the town of Los Olivos, which serves as a major hub for wine tasting in Santa Barbara County.
Explore Los Olivos District →Established in 1981, Santa Maria Valley is California's second-oldest AVA. It is defined by its transverse orientation and maritime climate, specializing in cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
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