Santa Barbara WINE aficionadO : March 13, 2026

[Santa-Barbara-Wine-Events]

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Happenings
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Buellton Wine and Chili Festival

When: Sun Mar 15, 2026 at 12:00 PM to Sun Mar 15, 2026 at 04:30 PM
Where: Flying Flags RV Resort & Campground, 180 Ave of Flags, Buellton, CA 93427, USA
Why:

You get to sample from 30+ wineries, craft breweries, seltzers, ciders and spirit companies AND you also get to sample chili and salsa from over 20 cooks!

This event is located at the majestic Flying Flags RV Resort and next door to Sideways Inn! Make it a weekend and stay at one of these locations, or one of the many accommodations throughout Buellton!

https://buelltonwineandchilifestival.com/

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Wine Tasting Event Featuring Wes Hagen - Native9 Wines

When: Tue Mar 17, 2026 at 05:30 PM to Tue Mar 17, 2026 at 07:30 PM
Where: The Good Land Wine Shop & Bar 4177 State St, Santa Barbara, CA  93110, United States
Why:

Come on by the shop this Tuesday at 530pm and meet Wes Hagen.  Wes is a pioneer in our local wine industry, writing the first Sta. Rita Hills AVA proposal back in the 90's to working with Clos Pepe, winemaking for J Wilkes, and now brand ambassador for Native9 Wines. He can give you the history of wine in 5 minutes, expound on the virtues of musicians, and recommend amazing tea.  He is a Renaissance man extraordinare...and a really cool guy!  Of course there will be local cheese and crackers and community vibes...maybe even some green wine!  The Good Land provides - $20

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Rhone Rangers Experience

When: Fri Mar 20, 2026 at 12:00 AM to Sun Mar 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Where: Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA
Why:

Celebrate Rhone wines at the 18th annual "Rhone Rangers Experience."
featuring wineries from California, Washington, Oregon, Arizona, and Texas!

https://rhonerangers.ticketsauce.com/e/rrexp-2025

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Bingo for Bottles ~ Benefit for Food from the Heart

When: Wed Mar 25, 2026 at 06:00 PM to Wed Mar 25, 2026 at 08:00 PM
Where: Carr Winery – Santa Barbara, 414 N. Salsipuedes Street, Santa Barbara, 93103, United States
Why:

Mark your calendars for a night of friendly competition and giving back! Join us at Carr Winery in Santa Barbara from 6 – 8pm on Wednesday, March 25th for a bingo night like no other benefitting Food from the Heart.

Free Admission, 21+

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private tasting event with Penfold's winery

When: Sat Mar 28, 2026 at 05:00 PM to Sat Mar 28, 2026 at 06:30 PM
Where: Vino Divino, 2012 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
Why:

fine wine tasting lineup

2024 Penfolds Bin 51
2023 Penfolds Bin 389
2018 penfolds St Henri
NV Penfolds Grandfather Tawny

a special seated fine wine and cheese tasting presented by Niklas Fricke of Penfold's winery.

limited to only 16 wine lovers for $50 per person

register now online at vinosb.com or email in...@vinosb.com

for more information about Penfolds wine check out their website at the link below.

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Spring Wine Walk

When: Sat Mar 28, 2026 at 03:00 PM to Sat Mar 28, 2026 at 06:00 PM
Where: Ventura, CA, USA
Why:

Check-in from 2:00-4:45 p.m. Guests will receive (1) sample of wine up to 2 ounces at each tasting location. Each guest will also receive a map of the participating tasting sites in Downtown Ventura.

https://cbfproductions.ticketspice.com/spring-wine-walk-2026

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Festival of Undiscovered Grapes

When: Sat Mar 28, 2026 at 12:00 PM to Sat Mar 28, 2026 at 05:00 PM
Where: Mica Studios, 356 S Mission Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90033, USA
Why:

Join Beck­men Vine­yards at the Fes­ti­val of Undis­cov­ered Grapes — a cel­e­bra­tion of the rare, the unex­pect­ed, and the delight­ful­ly unique wines of Cal­i­for­nia. While every­one knows Caber­net Sauvi­gnon, Chardon­nay, Mer­lot, Sauvi­gnon Blanc, and Pinot Noir, this fes­ti­val shines a spot­light on the less­er-known vari­etals that make California’s wine scene so excit­ing — includ­ing Mourvè­dre, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc, and Viog­nier, grapes that have been qui­et stand­outs of the Beck­men port­fo­lio for decades.

With 110+ unique wine vari­eties grown in Cal­i­for­nia alone, this event brings togeth­er pas­sion­ate wine­mak­ers who are redefin­ing what it means to explore wine. Taste extra­or­di­nary wines, learn the sto­ries behind the grapes, and savor the artistry in every bot­tle — includ­ing Beck­men pours. 

https://beckmenvineyards.com/events/festival-undiscovered-grapes
https://festivalofundiscoveredgrapes.com/

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Visit http://livenotessb.com for a comprehensive listing of live music at wine bars, wineries, and other local venues.

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News and other Nonsense
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California Crushed 2.6 million Tons of Wine Grapes in 2025
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/315174

With Subtle Changes, Best in American Wine Yet to Come
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/315136

Wine Struggles to Recruit New Consumers
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/314984

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From wine what sudden friendship springs!
- John Gay
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