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The Brander Vineyard

2401 Refugio Rd, Santa Ynez, CA
805/688-2455
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Ranked #10 of 18 activities in Santa Ynez
Type: Wineries
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San Antonio, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 March 2013

I think Brander was my first wine club membership ever. I love the whites. And over the years, their reds have grown on me. But anthing Sauvignon Blanc is a winner. The new F/Red is very good too. It is a pretty property and a lovely setting on a sunny afternoon. The staff are always polite and knowledgeable. Members taste... More

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Santa Barbara, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

I really enjoyed both the white and red wines offered through their tasting. The property is beautiful and well maintained and the staff was friendly. I would highly suggest the F/Red and the Bouchet for people who love reds. The Sauvignon Blanc is a great white. I would suggest this vineyward to those who want to relax in the sun... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012 via mobile

Worst winery ever. I've never felt so embarrassed in my life. I was with a group of 6 people on a wine tour and we were told we could t not finish our tastings because we were too " tipsy". We were singing happy bday to our bday girl when the employee named Meghan asked us to leave. Our wine... More

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Santa Maria, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

This area is well known for it's pinot noir wines but the whites don't always get their share of fame. At Brander they do some great white wines to include my fave: Savignon Blanc. Pretty setting for pictures with a large fountain out front and some great picnic tables to enjoy lunch and a tasting at (bring your own lunch).

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Santa Barbara, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

My friends and I stopped in at Brander Vineyard today while we were visiting the Santa Ynez Valley. The staff in the tasting room were really friendly and helpful and they guided us through our wine tasting. Brander specializes in Sauvignon Blanc and we got to try a few. They also had some really nice Cabernet Sauvignon and the Syrah... More

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Fort Worth, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 June 2012

Brander is amazing! Not only was the wine perfection, but the staff was impeccable. Celebrating my bachelorette with my two very best friends led us from LA to wine country. After many wonderful local reviews, we stumbled upon Brander and we were not disappointed. Everyone we met was wonderful and they kept the tasting room open a few extra minutes... More

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Ahwatukee, Arizona, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Nice selection during the tasting and like them on Facebook for a special pour of your selection. I enjoyed the cabernet reserve 2006 so much I had to purchase a bottle from the winery.

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Indianapolis, Indiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2010

My husband and I stopped in for a tasting July of last year. The grounds are lovely and not over the top. I like the rustic feel of the tasting room. The hostess was very friendly and warm. The wine’s we tried were good, but some a little over priced. Enjoyed a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc au Naturel.

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