The winery’s black label with intense bright coloring matches the concentrated bold style of their handcrafted wines. Drawing from mostly Santa Barbara County grapes, the winery focuses loosely on the Rhone varietals, with a number of vineyard-designated Syrah and Grenache offerings. They also produce Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, and a Zinfandel Port.

The tasting room, on Los Olivos’ “Tasting Room Row,” is a stylish room with contemporary artwork, modern lighting, tile floors, heavy wooden display tables and a poured concrete tasting bar. Gift items include logo clothing, wine accessories and chocolate treats. Tables out front under the veranda make ideal spots from which to sit back, relax and people-watch.