The 35-acre Brick Barn estate vineyard lies just north of the Santa Ynez River in a largely unexplored wine-growing corridor near the city of Buellton. This is the westernmost vineyard in the Santa Ynez Valley AVA, uniquely situated between the warmer inland areas of the valley and the cooler environs of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA. With the Pacific Ocean just 10 miles away, the marine influence is forceful. At the same time, sun exposure remains persistent across the estate.
The property became home to an Arabian horse farm, replete with a 36-stall brick barn created by an Italian stonemason in the early 1970s. Beyond its distinctive split-face brick and redwood beams, the barn was artfully marked by a mid-century modern roofline at its entrance.
Years later, Norman and his wife Kathleen were drawn to the idea of growing grapes—and ultimately making wine.
The original brick barn has now been reimagined as a winery and gathering place, while other portions of the ranch continue to be dedicated to organic vegetable farming and cattle ranching.
Brick Barn offers a range of event spaces that can accommodate private parties of many styles and sizes. The event spaces include the east and west wings of the beautifully restored indoor Arabian horse barn, as well as an expansive outdoor patio garden with comfortable seating, outdoor water features, and fireplaces. Whether you are hosting a business luncheon, family reunion, wedding, or large party, they have something for you.
RATE: varies based on guest count and areas rented / CAPACITY: 500 / WEBSITE: brickbarnwineestate.com
Photography by Heather Daenitz
Brick Barn Wine Estate - 795 W Hwy 246, Buellton, CA 93427, USA
