Refugio Ranch

Santa Ynez Rhône and Spanish varieties in the Central Coast's warmest valley.

Refugio Ranch operates in Santa Ynez Valley, the warmest pocket of Santa Barbara County's Central Coast, where Rhône and Spanish varieties thrive in the region's sun-soaked conditions. The winery's portfolio centers on Petite Sirah, Grenache, and Syrah—grapes that capture the valley's intensity and structure. Escondrijo, a blend of Petite Sirah, Grenache, and Syrah, anchors the range. Barbareño Syrah-Petite Sirah follows, pairing the dark, peppery grip of Petite Sirah with Syrah's spice and body. A varietal Grenache completes the core lineup, expressing the lighter-skinned grape's mineral and red-fruit character in the Santa Ynez terroir. These wines have been assessed by Wine Advocate, Decanter, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, and Falstaff.