SAMsARA Wine Co. delivers an intimate tasting experience with a focus on exceptional cool-climate wines from Santa Rita Hills. Guests enjoy both indoor and outdoor seating, a knowledgeable team eager to share wine stories, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for both casual sips and educational tastings.
The tasting room offers personalized service, a friendly vibe, and the option to join their wine club for exclusive releases. Events like live music on select Thursdays add to the local charm, making it a must-visit in Goleta.
What's Included:
🍷 Tasting of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, and SGM blends
🍇 Insightful staff and winemaker interaction
🌿 Sustainable, small-batch winemaking
🏡 Indoor/outdoor seating with cozy patio fire pits
Important Information:
Reservations Recommended via Tock
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🍷 Best Wines: Pinot Noir and Bentrock Vineyard Chardonnay are standouts, plus the unique GSM blend called SGM.
🔥 Cozy Patio: Fire pits and space heaters make the outdoor seating comfortable even on chilly days.
🎶 Live Music: The first Thursday of the month features live music enhancing the tasting room vibe.
📅 Reservations: Recommended via Tock to secure tasting slots, especially weekends.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
SAMsARA Wine Co. is celebrated for its consistently exceptional wines, especially Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and a welcoming, knowledgeable staff. Guests note the intimate atmosphere and attentive service that enhances the tasting experience. Some reviews mention an unmatched connection to the Santa Rita Hills terroir. Rare mentions of less impressed tasting room help are outweighed by overwhelmingly positive feedback about hospitality and wine quality.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance, parking lot, restroom, and seating. Gender-neutral restroom available. Pet dogs allowed, including inside seating areas.
