Andrew Murray Vineyards

Pioneering Winery & Vineyards

~ Andrew Murray ~

Founded in 1990, Andrew Murray is a pioneering winery that shaped the modern era of Santa Barbara County Winegrowing. As a family-owned winery, we are dedicated to crafting exceptional wines from our highly acclaimed Los Olivos estate. Our determination to grow and craft the world’s finest Rhône varietal wines still guides and defines Andrew Murray Vineyards today.

Winemaking Vineyards Acclaim Journal:

The Magic of Our Vineyards

Welcome to a journey through the heart of our winemaking passion! At the core of our craft is a deep belief that every exceptional wine starts in the vineyard. We, as winemakers, are the guardians of this connection between soil, climate, and landscape—what the French call ‘terroir.’

Our adventure began in the enchanting Santa Ynez Valley. The unique transverse mountain ranges, refreshing coastal climate, and ancient seabed soils drew us. This region is one-of-a-kind in California, where the coastal mountains stretch from west to east, guiding cool, misty winds from the Pacific Ocean through the valley. These daily breezes are the secret behind our ideal growing conditions, especially for our beloved Rhone varieties. With one of the longest growing seasons in the world, from mid-February to mid-November, our grapes develop intense, concentrated flavors, resulting in rich, structured wines that are a delight to savor.

Our vineyards span 150 acres across three sites and three appellations. The Curtis Vineyard, home to our Estate Winery, boasts 100 acres of meticulously tended vines, including the legendary Jurassic Park section, with its robust Chenin Blanc. We’re continuously refining our vineyards, and our Estate Syrah, along with our special Grenache, Mourvèdre, and white blends, showcases the fruits of our labor.

Beyond our Estate, we also source exquisite fruit from top vineyards in the Central Coast, including the newly recognized Los Alamos Valley AVA. The steep, sandy slopes of Watch Hill Vineyard yield Syrah with remarkable depth and natural acidity. We’re always exploring new vineyards in search of the next great Syrah!

Shining Star – Andrew Murray

“Andrew Murray is one of the shining star vineyards in the Santa Barbara ferment. Extremely low yields…and a dedication to hillside vineyards…this estate is top echelon of the Rhone hierarchy. Production is small…these wines are well-worth seeking out.”

To visit the winery at Andrew Murray is to experience a narrative of history, legacy, and passion. We welcome you to our estate for an intimate seated tasting experience on our beautiful terrace overlooking our estate vines or within our state-of-the-art winery on Foxen Canyon Rd. Soak in the surroundings, delve into the terroir, and explore some of the finest and most exclusive Rhone driven varietals California has to offer.

Tasting by Reservation
Open Daily 10:30am – 5:30pm

 

Andrew Murray Vineyards

5249 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos, California 93441
(805) 686-9604

@amvwine

Andrew Murray Vineyards is a 100 acre estate winery and visitors center that offers daily wine tasting experiences from our estate tasting of five wines, wine+chocolate truffle pairings, barrel tastings, in-depth harvest tours, live music, as well as a wonderful picnic area under the beautiful oaks overlooking our estate vineyards. Andrew Murray Vineyards welcomes guests, families, and dogs on a leash to enjoy an afternoon at our estate.