Situated in the Pacific-cooled Ballard Canyon, just northwest of Santa Barbara, Stolpman Vineyards is renowned not only for their lush Syrahs and carbonic reds, but for their atypical approach to vineyard work. The family-owned and operated winery employs a year-round team of workers, and longtime lead vineyard managers, Ruben and Maria Solorzano, are business partners of the winery.

Pamela Busch is a natural wine pioneer in the truest sense of the title, but that’s only the half of it. On top of founding the first natural wine fair held in the U.S. and championing organic and natural wines in their own groundbreaking San Francisco wine bars and restaurants since the 90’s, they are a committed activist for progressive and queer causes.

One of the hallmarks of a Clos du Val Cabernet Sauvignon is the remarkable versatility it has on your table. Made in the Bordeaux tradition, our wines have been crafted to pair with a variety of foods since the day we were founded back in 1972.

Fall is a funny season. Although it is difficult to forget the macabre connotations of the season (supernatural haunts, the impending arrival of cold weather…) age, loss, and even death reveal their own oft-forgotten beauty this time of year. Leaves turn rich yellow and orange just before they drop. Grasses protecting our wetland preserve take on a golden hue. Most importantly, the fruit on our estate vines deepens to a luscious purple.

When discussing favorite Viansa wine labels of years past, many of our members have fondly recalled the way that authentic Italian art was always at the forefront of our designs. Many well-loved bottles created by Sam and Vicki highlighted details of hand-painted Italian frescoes, which visitors could see displayed in the Tasting Room.