The Hilt Estate is a renowned winery located in the southwest corner of the Sta. Rita Hills AVA, known for producing exceptional cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines from their rugged maritime-influenced estate vineyards. The winery is home to the highly acclaimed vineyards Radian, Bentrock, and Puerta del Mar. Visitors can enjoy a stunning tasting experience at The Barn, the winery's beautiful tasting room with a rustic interior and floor-to-ceiling windows revealing the sprawling vineyards and farmland of the region. The hosts are described as abundantly kind and knowledgeable, providing an unforgettable and refined yet relaxed tasting experience. Reservations are highly recommended, as the staff can focus on each visitor and guide them through the elegant and complex wines, often offering tastings by individual vineyard site. Guests have consistently praised the exceptional service, warm hospitality, and the overall ambiance of The Hilt Estate. The winery is a must-visit destination for those seeking to explore the exceptional wines of the Sta. Rita Hills beyond the more well-known regions of Napa and Sonoma.
Great wine, magical property and tasting room that you are free to roam throughout the tasting experience, and exceptional service across the board. Look forward to coming back!
June 2026
Beautiful tasting room and experience! Loved all of the wines. If not oaky chardonnays and Pinots are your thing, this is the spot !!
April 2026
incredible from beginning to end! world class hospitality and tasting room. terroir driven wines that truly tell stories and take you places without even noticing. holly & matt went above & beyond to make our experience one that we’ll never forget :)
