Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Standing Sun Wines

    4.4 (48 reviews)
    ModerateWineries
    Closed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Standing Sun Wines Photos

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Standing Sun Wines

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Wine tasting
    Tamara P.

    Our family recently took a road trip along the coast, staying a few days in different little cities, and Buellton, a small city in Santa Barbara county, was one of them. We checked into our hotel and quickly looked online hunting through lots of hotel brochures and local magazines to see what winery options were available. The Standing Sun Wines had a large color ad in the local magazine with horse sculptures, so I just knew that it'd be the perfect place for us to go and enjoy some good wine while our daughter marveled over their horse sculptures and paintings. It's hard to keep a four-year-old entertained while doing wine tastings, so anything that made a winery stand out in a different way surely helped. Sure enough my daughter was very excited as soon as we drove up seeing their large bronze horse sculpture out front. There seemed to be a little construction going on inside, but that didn't stop her from excitedly entering this little winery. My husband and I did the wine tasting and ended up purchasing a couple bottles and some lovely gifts to take home for friends like their homemade lavender soaps, and dark chocolate chili MexiCali Design Tile chocolates. They didn't have any on display, so I opened up one of our boxes when we got home (just to peek) before giving them away, and was amazed at how intricate and colorful the designs on the chocolate were. Sadly some of them cracked during our travels, but hopefully the recipients still enjoyed the beauty of them. I hope that they tasted as amazing as they were presenting themselves. The wine pourer was very friendly offering a cookie and some water to our daughter to help keep her entertained then taking her to show off the horse gallery just next door. She also gave us a map and highlighted all the different neat things in the area that she felt we should see before leaving the area. We got a cute small town feel to this place and would definitely return the next time we're in the area. #62 / 100 Yelp 100 Review Challenge 2014

    Our wedding at Standing Sun with The Steven Roth Band
    Kaitlin K.

    I love Standing Sun. This review is 3 years overdue, but you'll see why if you keep reading... My boyfriend at the time and I first met John, the owner and winemaker, when he was with his dad serving wine at a local event in Buellton. We immediately connected with him, and he shared with us his vision for bringing more music to the area by creating a venue for bands traveling between LA and SF. We began going to shows after he launched his series "Live at the Winery" and we were quickly hooked (traveling about an hour each way, from the Pismo Beach / Five Cities area). I moved here after spending years in Chicago and New York, and this is the first place I found where the quality of musicians compared to what I was used to, and the experience overall was amazing (low-key, casual but special, family-friendly, and so much fun!). The caterers he gets are always cooking up something delicious, so we never eat before we go to a show. His wines have only gotten better every year--I love the LIVE Blanc for a nice, easy drinking cold white on a warm day. The Syrah Rose is the perfect "um, I'm not sure if I'm feeling white or red today..."--easy to drink, but not so light that you forget it's wine. And the GSM, wow. That's the perfect full body red to me. His prices are so reasonable for the quality of the wine it's hard to believe. We've been going down somewhat regularly for so long now that we've met a number of local "regulars" and always have a great time. But wait! There's more! ... We loved going here so much over the past 3 years, that when we got married last month (yep, same guy from the beginning of the story), we had our wedding here! (see for yourself: https://vimeo.com/163177098) After looking at some of the more typical venues, I am so glad we chose Standing Sun. We had a blast. Our guests told us how different and FUN our wedding was. And working with John and the Standing Sun crew was just amazing. They're the nicest, most accommodating, easiest group of people. We hired The Steven Roth Band who we first discovered at a Standing Sun show years ago, and Valle Fresh Catering (a frequent vendor for the concert series). It was the most meaningful, memorable, wonderful day of our lives. And extra special because of the long standing relationship we've built here. Thank you, John & Standing Sun Family!

    Christine was so helpfull and the wine there was awesome we want to come back and watch a band play so pretty inside!!!
    Jessica R.

    I love this place Christine was awesome wanna come back again and watch a band play next time and I love the little extras that they sell there as well super cute!!

    a group of people on stage

    Don't let a disorderly patron impact your opinion of a great winery and LIVE music program. John Wright works very hard to make incredible wine and bring LIVE music to the Santa Ynez Valley. Come back again, enjoy the wine and the music, we look forward to seeing you. It takes a village to build and support the awesome program that John Wright has created. His vision and knack for finding talent and showcasing it in a unique venue has made the SYV a richer place. The LIVE in the Winery series is cherished and appreciated by all that it has touched. Take a moment to experience some hometown magic created by John Wright.

    Standing Sun Grenache. So good!!!

    See all

    10 years ago

    Delicious vino and great service. We'll definitely come back to check out the live music.

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Cody A.
    178
    21
    7

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of S G.
    0
    14
    2

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    12 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 2 of 2

    Ask the Community - Standing Sun Wines

    Review Highlights - Standing Sun Wines

    Standing Sun Winery is a little Gem nestled in the town of Buellton California that makes wonderful wines (especially John's Grenache).

    Mentioned in 3 reviews

    Read more highlights

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Wineries 5,502 times last month within 30 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    Brick Barn Wine Estate - We loved the delicious wine options and the stunning ambiance!

    Brick Barn Wine Estate

    4.6(303 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Amazing! A quick stop literally turned into hours listening to live music and a great glass of…read morePinot wine. I wasn't expecting to write a review here but it was a tremendous winery experience. Highly recommended! Go when they have a band with live music. Outdoor sitting areas are full of people and great to hang out and drink wine. I will update this review with more pictures the next time I go visit.

    Brick Barn is one of the best spots in the valley and they're open later than most wineries, which…read moreis a huge plus. There are two patios with tons of seating and gorgeous views, as well as plenty of cozy indoor seating for chilly nights. The vibe is rustic but regal, and the main room has lots of great shopping to browse while you sip. The wine is delicious. I especially love the Grenache Rosé, Blanc de Blanc, and Pinot. They offer several different flights, but my favorite is the bubbly flight with four pours to try. Feeling hungry? Their cheese platters are tasty and pair perfectly with the wines. Everyone who works here is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. We especially love visiting when there's live music. They also host tons of fun events and classes, including comedy nights, so it's definitely worth joining the club or at least hopping on their mailing list. Whether you're local or just passing through, you don't want to skip a visit here!

    Photos
    Brick Barn Wine Estate - Lovely cheese board

    Lovely cheese board

    Brick Barn Wine Estate
    Brick Barn Wine Estate - Grenache Blanc

    See all

    Grenache Blanc

    Vega Vineyard and Farm - My wine !

    Vega Vineyard and Farm

    4.6(330 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    Live music
    Private events

    Choosing Vega Vineyard & Farm for our October 2025 wedding was one of the best decisions we made…read more The venue is absolutely gorgeous, but it was the people who made us fall in love with it. From day one, Jimmy and Jessi made us feel welcomed, cared for, and supported, and that feeling never changed. Every corner of the property felt like something out of a dream. From exchanging vows surrounded by stunning scenery to celebrating under the stars in the courtyard, each moment was more beautiful than we imagined. What makes Vega so special is that it feels like more than just a venue. It's a place we'll continue to visit for years to come, celebrating anniversaries and future milestones. The food was incredible. Our guests are still talking about the salmon, roasted lamb, fresh salads, and amazing orzo. Every dish was beautifully prepared, and the family-style meal created such a warm and connected atmosphere. We truly wouldn't change a single thing. Our wedding day was perfect, and we will forever be grateful to Jimmy, Jessi, and the entire Vega team for making it such an unforgettable experience.

    Our company held its summer party at Vega Vineyard & Farm on July 16th, and the entire experience…read morewas absolutely wonderful. From start to finish, the team made everything seamless. Jessi coordinated with us for the months leading up to the event, and her planning and communication were fantastic every step of the way. On the day of the event, Kelly handled coordination and the bar, which made it easy for us to sit back and relax. Beyond the great service, the day itself was a blast. Our employees had an amazing time! Riding the tractor was a hit, visiting with the Scottish Highland Mini Bull was so much fun, and our animal encounter with the goat was a favorite too. The lunch was great -- the sandwiches were served on homemade bread that was really tasty. The setting was perfect, with ample shade, a nice breeze, and comfortable temperatures. If you're looking for a venue for a company party or special event, I can't recommend Vega Vineyard & Farm highly enough. Huge thanks to Jessi, Kelly, and the whole team for making our celebration so memorable!

    Photos
    Vega Vineyard and Farm - Baby emu #2

    Baby emu #2

    Vega Vineyard and Farm - Easter brunch

    Easter brunch

    Vega Vineyard and Farm - Adobe

    See all

    Adobe

    Standing Sun Wines - wineries - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...