Foxen Canyon Wine Trail is home to some of the most accomplished winemakers in California. You’ll find a diverse selection of world class wines within our group of 13 wineries along the 30 mile stretch of Foxen Canyon Road that runs between Los Olivos and Santa Maria. Stunning sceneries, vineyards and rolling hills add to the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail experience.
The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail connects Santa Maria Valley and Los Olivos, a journey that gets you out of the city and into the country. There are meandering roads and breathtaking views with tucked-away vineyards all along the 30 mile road. It’s the perfect way to taste wine from the oldest appellation in Santa Barbara County.
Foxen Canyon Wine Trail Wineries
Of the Foxen Canyon Wineries on and around the trail, some offer drop-in tastings and others ask that you call ahead to make a reservation. Check out the list below for details and to plan your route.
Andrew Murray
5249 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos, CA
(805) 686-9604
Open daily, 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Rhone style wines, viogniers, single-vineyard Syrahs and blends
Cambria
5475 Chardonnay Lane, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 937-8091
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cottonwood Canyon
3940 Dominion Road, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 937-8463
Monday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: 111 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and sparkling wine
Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard
6200 Foxen Canyon Road, Los Olivos, CA
(805) 688-1545
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Food and wine pairings by appointment
Rhône and Burgundian varietals
Firestone Vineyard
5017 Zaca Station Rd, Los Olivos, CA 93441
(805) 688-3940
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Estate Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Syrah
Foxen Vineyards
7200 & 7600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 937-4251
Open daily, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc
Kenneth Volk
5230 Tepusquet Rd, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 938-7896
Open Thursday-Monday, 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Specializing in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
Koehler Winery
5360 Foxen Canyon Rd., Santa Maria, CA
(805) 693-8384
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Riesling, Syrah, Sangiovese, Grenache, Mourvedre and Viognier
Martian Ranch & Vineyard
9110 Alisos Canyon Rd, Los Alamos, CA
(805) 344-1804
Open Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Albarino, Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Gamay Noir, Grenache Noir, Mourvedre, Cabernet Franc, Syrah and Tempranillo
Rancho Sisquoc Winery
6600 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 934-4332
Open Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday-Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Johannesburg Riesling, Malbec, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Petite Syrah, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Sylvaner, and Syrah
Riverbench Vineyards
6020 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 937-8340
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wines
Pet-friendly
Bocce ball courts
Tres Hermanas Winery
9660 Foxen Canyon Rd, Santa Maria, CA
(805) 937-8451
Tasting by appointment only
Old-world wines with small-lot emphasis, French and Italian varietals
Zaca Mesa Winery
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd, Los Olivos, CA
(805) 688-9339
Open daily, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The first to plant Syrah in Santa Barbara County
Rhone wines including Syrah, Viognier and other varietals
The Foxen Canyon Wine Trail Region & Varietals
With one of California’s longest growing seasons and a truly rare transverse geography, the wineries along Foxen Canyon Road produce complex and distinctive wine. The notably balanced grapes that grow here combined with the casual environment demonstrates how Santa Maria Valley values real experiences with real people. Rhône varietals dominate the southern end of the Trail; full-bodied Syrah, Grenache and Viognier thrive in the warmer, inland climate. The Pacific Ocean’s breezes cool the northern end, creating an ideal environment for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Many other varietals such as Sauvignon Blanc, Negrette, Sylvaner, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc can also be found on their wine tasting lists.
