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Is Wine Tasting Near Los Angeles Better in Malibu, or Worth the Extra Drive to Santa Barbara?

Quick answer: Santa Barbara wine country wins for anyone who cares about the wine itself. Malibu is closer, it’s scenic, and it works for a casual half-day. But Santa Barbara County has 200+ wineries, seven AVAs, and over 75 grape varieties. The extra hour in the car pays for itself before the first pour. Most…