The Hilt

Santa Barbara Chardonnay from distinctive vineyard sites.

The Hilt produces Chardonnay from Santa Barbara County's Central Coast terroir. The winery's portfolio centers on single-vineyard expressions: Radian Vineyard Chardonnay, Bentrock Vineyard Chardonnay, and The Old Guard Chardonnay. Each wine reflects the region's cool-climate character, where marine influence shapes the development of the varietal. Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate, and Decanter have rated these releases. The Radian Vineyard bottling stands at the top of the range, followed by Bentrock Vineyard and The Old Guard—a lineup that demonstrates precision in site selection and winemaking across Santa Barbara's distinct microclimates.