- Address:
- 125 Refugio Rd.
Santa Ynez, CA 93460 - Phone:
- (800) 313-9463
- Hours:
- Daily: 11am-5pm (last pour at 4:30pm)
- Website:
- www.sunstonewinery.com/
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Sunstone Winery
Sunstone Winery, nestled in Santa Ynez, began as a dream for the Rice family in 1989. They sought a place for top-notch organic grapes and found it on their 52-acre ranch. Linda Rice’s vision, sadly cut short in 2010, lives on in Sunstone, now under new ownership with Teddy and Djamila Cabugos joining in 2019 and John and Janna Price in 2021.
The estate’s 28-acre vineyard, planted in 1990, remains one of Santa Barbara County’s oldest continuously organically grown vineyards. Sunstone is not just a winery but a destination, honored by locals and visitors alike for its exceptional wines and inviting ambiance.
The winery’s origins trace back to a converted horse barn, rebuilt into a stunning tasting room in 1994. Surrounded by French lavender and rosemary, Sunstone offers a picturesque setting for wine tasting, with a kitchen, barrel-aging caves, and outdoor spaces for events and picnics.
Director of Winemaking Brittany Rice focuses on Bordeaux and Rhone-style wines, with Sunstone renowned for its Viognier and Syrah. The flagship blend, “Eros,” has received numerous accolades, along with other Sunstone wines consistently rated highly.
The Sunstone Villa
The Sunstone Villa, built by Fred and Linda Rice, stands as a testament to their commitment to authenticity. Constructed with reclaimed materials from France, it offers an intimate setting for Wine Club members to experience the Sunstone lifestyle.
The name “Sunstone” reflects the winery’s connection to sunlight and history, symbolized by a keystone over the tasting room’s entrance. Sunstone’s values center on environmental responsibility, sustainability, and fostering strong relationships with all stakeholders.
Passion for Excellence
Sunstone Winery embodies a family’s passion for winemaking and commitment to excellence. Sunstone offers a place where wine, food, and camaraderie flourish against the backdrop of California’s Central Coast.
Sunstone’s tasting room is reminiscent of some of the small wineries in the Provencal French countryside. The gorgeous courtyards and picnic grounds, surrounded by vineyards, provide the perfect place to experience the wines. Tucked on the edge of the Santa Ynez River, in the heart of Santa Barbara Wine country, Sunstone Vineyards, Winery and Villa is also a beautiful event destination that greets your guests with the delicate fragrance of French lavender and rosemary.
Sunstone Winery
125 Refugio Road
Santa Ynez, CA 93460