Grassini Family Vineyards

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Voted "Best Urban Tasting Room" by readers of the Santa Barbara Independent in 2024 and "Best Santa Barbara County Winery" for six straight years; come see what the fuss is about! Winner - Best Winery 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 - SB Independent
Winner - Best Tasting Room - 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2022 - SB Independent
Winner - Best Winery (2014/2015/2018) SB News-Press
Winner - Best Tasting Room - 2018 & 2019 - SB News-Press

09/10/2026

The Equipo vine is getting close.

After following this Cabernet Sauvignon vine throughout the growing season, we’ve reached another milestone: full veraison. The clusters are now completely colored, showing off that beautiful dark plum hue.

With temperatures reaching 110°F in the valley today, these vines are putting in the final stretch. Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be sampling grapes regularly, watching the sugar and acid levels—but, most importantly, tasting for flavor.

Because while the numbers tell us a lot, flavor tells us when the grapes are truly ready.

If everything continues looking this good, we expect to start harvesting these grapes starting mid next week. We’ll be back with another Equipo update when harvest arrives.

09/09/2026

As summer draws to a close, we find ourselves lingering over the moments that made it memorable.

This season, our Sunset Tastings offered a chance to slow down, share a glass, and watch the evening light settle across the vines of Happy Canyon.

There is something timeless about wine at golden hour—good company, beautiful surroundings, and nowhere else you need to be.

A toast to summer, and to the many beautiful evenings still to come. 🥂

09/05/2026

Harvest is officially underway at Grassini Family Vineyards! Our CEO Katie Grassini walks us through the status of our 20th harvest heading into Labor Day weekend 🍇

We’ve brought in all 30 tons of our Sauvignon Blanc, and if you could step into the winery right now, you’d understand why this is one of our favorite times of year. The aromas are incredible, and the fruit is already tasting amazing.

We’ve also welcomed the first 10% of our Merlot, with the rest of the reds soon to follow. Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be out sampling grapes, watching the vines, and bringing in the fruit as it reaches its peak.

The cellar is filling, the winery smells incredible, and the 20th vintage is taking shape.

Here’s to our 20th harvest season here in Happy Canyon—and everything still to come. 🥂

International Cabernet Day: Part Two 🍷So, what makes a great Cabernet?It's a combination of place, patience, and precisi...
09/04/2026

International Cabernet Day: Part Two 🍷

So, what makes a great Cabernet?

It's a combination of place, patience, and precision. From the vineyard, where we carefully tend each block throughout the growing season, to the cellar, where the fruit is guided through fermentation and aging, every decision shapes what ultimately ends up in the glass.

The reward is Cabernet with depth and structure—layers of dark fruit, spice, and refined tannins that continue to evolve with time.

This International Cabernet Day, we're celebrating not just Cabernet Sauvignon, but the people, vineyard, and craftsmanship behind every bottle.

Here's to Cabernet. And to the many years we've spent learning how to let this remarkable grape speak for itself. 🍷

Apparently, even Cabernet gets two celebrations. Depending on who you ask, International Cabernet Day is observed on two...
08/31/2026

Apparently, even Cabernet gets two celebrations. Depending on who you ask, International Cabernet Day is observed on two different dates—August 30 and the Thursday before Labor Day. So rather than choose, we're celebrating both.

For Part One, we're starting with the grape itself—and why Cabernet Sauvignon has become such an important part of the Grassini story.

Here in Santa Ynez, warm days, cool evenings, rocky soils, and long growing seasons create an ideal environment for Cabernet Sauvignon to thrive. It's a varietal that rewards patience and careful farming, and one that has become central to the character of our estate.

Consider this Part One of our Cabernet celebration. We'll raise another glass—and dig a little deeper—on Thursday.

Today we raise a glass for National Red Wine Day 🍷. To celebrate, we invite you to learn more about our Articondo Vertic...
08/28/2026

Today we raise a glass for National Red Wine Day 🍷. To celebrate, we invite you to learn more about our Articondo Vertical offer, available on our website. Featuring the 2020, 2021, and 2022 vintages of our signature blend, this limited collection offers a unique opportunity to experience how the wine has evolved across three distinct growing seasons.

Take 10% when your order via the link below, while supplies last.
https://www.grassinifamilyvineyards.com/product #/articondo-vertical-collection

As the 20th harvest gets underway, we invite you to join the Grassini wine club family and be part of the next chapter.​...
08/25/2026

As the 20th harvest gets underway, we invite you to join the Grassini wine club family and be part of the next chapter.

Members enjoy:
−Complimentary tastings at our Santa Barbara Tasting Room and Santa Ynez Estate
−Access to limited-production releases
−Invitations to special events and experiences
−Seasonal wine allocations, fully customizable
−And more!

With different membership levels available, you can choose the collection that best suits you. Sign up today using the link in our bio.

Grassini Family Vineyards is proud to be nominated in two categories in this year's Santa Barbara Independent Best Of Sa...
08/21/2026

Grassini Family Vineyards is proud to be nominated in two categories in this year's Santa Barbara Independent Best Of Santa Barbara®:

🍷 Best Urban Tasting Room
🍇 Best Santa Barbara Winery

Please use the link below to vote for us through next Wednesday!
https://bestof.independent.com/drinking

The arrival of the season's first fruit is always exciting, but this year feels especially meaningful as we open our 20t...
08/19/2026

The arrival of the season's first fruit is always exciting, but this year feels especially meaningful as we open our 20th harvest at Grassini Family Vineyards.

For two decades, each vintage has captured a distinct chapter in our estate's story—shaped by the land, the season, and the people who bring it to life.

To mark this milestone, our family and production team gathered around the first bin of Sauvignon Blanc last week for our annual "Blessing of the Grapes". This cherished tradition gives us a chance to pause, raise a glass, and recognize the hands and years of dedication that brought us here.

Join us on August 29 for the next Sunset Tasting and savor an evening in Happy Canyon surrounded by the vineyard, the po...
08/17/2026

Join us on August 29 for the next Sunset Tasting and savor an evening in Happy Canyon surrounded by the vineyard, the pond, and the golden light of summer.

It's been a beautiful season of sunsets, great wine, and even better company. Come help us close out August with an unforgettable evening at the estate.

Reservations are limited. We hope you'll join us on the 29th!

Address

Santa Barbara, CA
93101–93103, 93105–93111, 93116–93118, 93120–93121, 93130, 93140, 93150,

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5:30pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5:30pm
Thursday 12pm - 5:30pm
Friday 12pm - 5:30pm
Saturday 12pm - 5:30pm
Sunday 12pm - 5:30pm

Telephone

18058973366

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