Is Santa Barbara in February Still Good for Wine Tasting, or Too Quiet?
Yes. Santa Barbara in February is not just good for wine tasting. It is arguably better than peak season. Tasting rooms are quieter, winemakers have time to actually talk, hotel rates drop by double digits, and the mild coastal weather keeps daytime temps around 63 to 67°F. The idea that February is “too quiet” confuses…
What Makes Solvang Wineries Different From the Rest of Santa Ynez Valley?
Solvang wineries are mostly walk-in tasting rooms packed into a Danish village. The rest of the Santa Ynez Valley is estate wineries spread across the hills. Right where the grapes grow. One is a stroll. The other is a drive. Both pour great wine. But the feel is worlds apart. Solvang sits in the middle…