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A Toast to Humanity and Wine Excellence at The Santa Barbara Wine Auction

November 23, 2024

By Jamie Knee A Toast to Humanity and Wine Excellence at The Santa Barbara Wine Auction This past weekend the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara transformed into a haven of elegance, philanthropy, and exceptional wine. The 2024 Santa Barbara Wine Auction by the Santa Barbara Vintners Foundation brought together winemakers, and wine lovers for […]

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Journey Through Santa Barbara’s Premier Vineyards

November 8, 2024

BY JAMIE KNEE | NOVEMBER 5, 2024 The Hilt Estate Barn This summer I reveled in the opportunity to traverse the vine-strewn expanses of Santa Barbara Wine Country, a treasure trove of over 300 wineries, each catering to a diverse palette of taste buds. As a dedicated Santa Barbara wine writer, each visit to

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A Country Weekend of Wine & Fire in Sta. Rita Hills

November 8, 2024

BY JAMIE KNEE | SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 This past month the Sta. Rita Hills Wine Alliance showcased its annual Wine & Fire Weekend, highlighting the rustic charm and viticultural prowess of Santa Barbara County’s celebrated wine country. Nestled within the larger Santa Ynez Valley AVA, Sta. Rita Hills is acclaimed for its unique maritime

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Sip and Savor: Summer Delights in Montecito

November 8, 2024

BY JAMIE KNEE | AUGUST 20, 2024 Montecito, a picturesque retreat where the mountains meet the ocean, offers a sun-drenched setting that encapsulates the quintessential summer lifestyle. As both a local and a global wine communicator, I’ve savored the world’s most prestigious wines and spirits. The charm of returning to Montecito’s warm embrace is

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White Wine Summer in Santa Barbara Wine County

November 8, 2024

BY JAMIE KNEE | JULY 16, 2024 Sunshine, sandals, and sipping something cool – that’s the ultimate summer trifecta, right? As your proud Santa Barbara wine expert and self-proclaimed white wine enthusiast, I’m here to declare this the summer of white wine! Forget the stuffiness of reds – white wines are light, refreshing, and

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