Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour of Santa Barbara Wine Country

Karina was amazing and knowledgeable. It was a fun and educational few hours for my cousin and I, as well as another couple on the tour. From the explanation of the area to the choice of vineyards, it was well worth the money. The hosts/owners were friendly and engaging. I highly recommend for anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience.

A full day visiting three small wineries!

What a great experience. Karina, my operator, picked me up directly at the place I was staying in Los Olivos. I was the last pickup, as the wineries we went to were not too far from Los Olivos. This was a small group tour, so a maximum of 8 people were on this tasting. There was a nice mix of people on this tour, and as a solo traveler it is always nice to get to talk with people from all over. We went to two outdoor wineries and tasted some beautiful wines, first at Piazza Famiy Wines and then Alma Rosa Vineyards. Both places we tasted a wide range of wines that do well in the Santa Ynez Valley, from Pinot Noir to different whites and also Grenache. At the second stop we had an outdoor lunch consisting of sandwiches we all pre-ordered. Very delicious locally prepared food. The last stop was at Barbieri and Kempe Wines at their Buellton production facility where we had a tasting with Master Sommelier Paolo Barbieri. Truly a fantastic way to end this tour with a master somm!! I highly recommend this tour to anyone who really appreciates wine. I would definitely do this tour again.

I just finished my fifth tour with Sustainable Wine Tours, and somehow each experience is even better than the last. They are truly incredible at what they do. Every tour is thoughtfully personalized to your specific taste in wine, and the small group size (never more than seven people) makes it feel intimate, relaxed, and special from start to finish.What really sets them apart is the exclusive access--you're not just visiting typical tasting rooms open to the public. You actually sit down with the winemakers, hear their stories, and learn about the craft in a way that feels authentic and memorable. On this most recent tour, we even had the unique experience of tasting at a private home, which made the day feel extra special. The details are what elevate everything. Lunch is beautifully served on real plates with linen napkins and a tablecloth--such a thoughtful touch. Along the way, we enjoyed a delicious cheese plate, and the day ended with a perfectly paired chocolate tasting. It's clear they put so much care into every part of the experience. As if that weren't enough, they surprised me with a beautiful wine book as a thank-you for booking my fifth tour--such a meaningful and personal gesture. I can't recommend Sustainable Wine Tours enough. It's not just a wine tour, it's a curated, behind-the-scenes experience you simply won't find elsewhere. I'll absolutely be back again.

We had a lovely day with our driver Carlos. We enjoyed the three wineries we visited, and we learned a lot about Santa Barbara wines.