WELCOME TO THE
STA. RITA HILLS
WINE ALLIANCE
Relaxed hospitality, world class wines and legendary personalities in the Western Santa Ynez Valley
The Heart of Santa Barbara Wine Country
Welcome To the Sta. Rita Hills
The Sta. Rita Hills AVA is located on California’s Central Coast in Santa Barbara County.
The Pacific Ocean’s marine layer and ocean breezes traverse the coastal valley corridors between the Purisima Hills and the Santa Rosa Hills, creating a perfect environment for growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and other cool climate wine grape varieties.
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Inspired by the potential offered within this region, our community is proud to be a diverse group of talented growers and winemakers producing incredible wines.
With a focus on cool climate varietals, we have a unique focus in the world of California wine.
When visiting our AVA, you will enjoy relaxed hospitality and world class wines.
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Inspired by the potential offered within this region, our community is proud to be a diverse group of talented growers and winemakers producing incredible wines.
With a focus on cool climate varietals, we have a unique focus in the world of California wine.
When visiting our AVA, you will enjoy relaxed hospitality and world class wines.
Our Unique History
An Alliance Formed in 1997
The Sta. Rita Hills Winegrowers Alliance was formed in 1997 to unify growers and winemakers in the Western Santa Ynez Valley.
In 2001, the Sta. Rita Hills was granted AVA status.
Since then, the mission of the Alliance is to support the viticulture and enological business interests of our members- from vineyards to our hospitality partners.
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Inspired by the potential offered within this region, our community is proud to be a diverse group of talented growers and winemakers producing incredible wines.
When visiting our AVA, you will enjoy relaxed hospitality and world class wines.
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