WINE & DINE
Santa Barbara, CA
Whether you’re a wine aficionado or a novice, endless tasting options abound within Santa Barbara’s numerous boutique wineries. For this particular outing, the CVLUX team visited four sites in one day. Ambitious? Maybe… But one thing is certain: each of these stops is worthy of a separate trip in and of itself. Stagecoach Co. Wine Tours, Inc. did a wonderful job providing transportation to, from, and between—services such as theirs are ideal for those looking to hit more than one tasting room or estate in a single sweep. They’ll even curate a tasting tour specifically tailored to your group, saving you the guesswork when it comes to choosing which wineries are best to visit. Their vehicle offerings make up the largest wine tour-only fleet in Santa Barbara County. Stagecoach’s drivers are more than just drivers; as they share their profound knowledge about the region and wines, in particular, guests feel like they are truly getting to know the area, not just passing through. Ultimately, Santa Barbara wine country will captivate oenophiles of every caliber with its exceptional wines, warm hospitality, and a genuine love for the art of winemaking.
Editorial Director Lauren Barisic
Photographer Ellie Koleen
Wardrobe provided by Lomie’s.
Ellie Koleen
Photographer
Ellie is a lifestyle, wedding, and brand photographer based in Fresno, California. An artist behind the lens, her trademark airy, light-filled style and masterful camera angles make her work easily recognizable. She uses her love for all things design related as inspiration for her work. The Fresno Bee named Ellie Best Photographer for the People’s Choice Awards in 2018 and 2019.
