May 7th – Santa Barbara, CA – Forty years ago, the Gainey family of Santa Barbara, California founded Gainey Estate Vineyards with the planting of fifty acres of vineyards. Today, the winery and its three Estate vineyards across two appellations is recognized for its diverse portfolio of ultra-premium to affordable wines, their commitment to land stewardship and their dedication to the community of Santa Barbara County.
The Gainey Estate Vineyards wines reflect sixty years of farming and winemaking knowledge passed down from one generation to another with expertise and experience honed and developed over decades. The Gainey team consistently controls the quality throughout the entire process, from grape to glass, making wines that respect the family’s historical integrity, and that are meant to be enjoyed at the table with food, family, and friends.
Because of the various terroirs farmed by the family in both cold and cool climates, Gainey Estate Vineyards produces a full spectrum of wines highlighting the diverse and exciting range of what is possible in Santa Barbara County. Stewards of their land, the Gainey family respects its heritage and the community, while farming sustainably and protecting the environment for the next generation. The history of the family’s legacy in Santa Barbara County continues with the fourth generation, motivating the family and their team to challenge themselves to improve quality, explore new approaches to viticulture and winemaking and consistently create more memorable hospitality experiences.
All grapes for the Gainey Estate Vineyards wines are sourced from their three vineyards that they farm. Their Home Ranch Vineyard in the eastern portion of the Santa Ynez Valley was planted in 1984 and now includes 62 acres of Bordeaux and Rhône varieties. In 1997, the Gainey family acquired and developed the Evan’s Ranch Vineyard in the western Santa Ynez Valley, with the planting of fifty-four acres of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah, several years ahead of what was to become the most exciting cold-climate growing region in California, the Sta. Rita Hills. They further added to their Sta. Rita Hills’ holdings in 2009 with the planting of forty-four acres of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at Rancho Esperanza Vineyard.
“It’s been a pleasure and honor to provide so many great wine experiences for so many people over the years. We have a large number of incredibly loyal customers, many of whom have been Wine Club members for decades or who come back repeatedly to enjoy our scenic locations,” says Dan Gainey.
Throughout the 40th anniversary year, Gainey Estate Vineyards will be hosting a lively roster of celebrations. Customers old and new are encouraged to visit the winery’s website for updates on new as well as returning popular events.
“I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited than I am now about the future of Gainey Estate Vineyards,” Gainey continues. “We have a great team with a lot of experience. For example, our Winemaker Jeff LeBard has been with us for 17 years and has become so attuned to our Estate vineyards that the wines just keep getting better and better. It’s been a privilege to be a part of this winegrowing region and the greater Santa Barbara County community, and we intend on remaining a vibrant and important part of Santa Barbara Wine Country’s landscape and experience.”
The Gainey family has lived in Santa Barbara County since the 1960s and prioritizes a commitment to the community not only through their business but also through long term significant contributions to non-profit entities with an emphasis on the Arts, Education and Healthcare.
To learn more about Gainey Estate Vineyards, please visit https://gaineyvineyard.com/
The Gainey Estate Vineyards story in the Santa Ynez Valley begins more than 60 years ago when Dan J. Gainey and his father acquired 1,800 acres of undeveloped land. At the Home Ranch, the Gainey family ran cattle and horses while growing 600 acres of fruit, vegetables, flowers, and hay. In 1984, after years of travel and appreciation of European wines, the Gainey family saw a similar potential in Santa Barbara County as a world-class growing region and developed fifty acres of Estate vineyards, planting Bordeaux varietals, Syrah and other grape varieties and the Gainey Estate Vineyards were born.
