Riverbench Vineyard and Winery

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Riverbench Vineyard and Winery

https://riverbench.com/our-wine/ Riverbench Vineyard was established in 1973, when it’s first Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes were planted on the property.
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Certified-sustainable boutique winery dedicated to Santa Maria Valley Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and sparkling wines from a single vineyard on the bank of the ancient Sisquoc River, known as the Santa Maria Bench. Since then, some of the most renowned wineries in Santa Barbara County have purchased our fruit for their own wines. Take in the vineyard views from our Santa Maria Valley tasting room - a r

estored 1920’s craftsman style house on the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail. Our garden, with a bocce ball court and horseshoe pit, is ideal for a wine country picnic.

06/04/2026

From tiny sprouts to future blooms 🌱

Our flower farm is officially sprouting, and every day brings a little more color and excitement to the estate. We can’t wait to welcome you for our very first U-Pick experience this fall, along with special events, fresh-cut flowers, and plenty of unforgettable moments surrounded by the beauty of wine country.

For now, enjoy a peek at our newest sprouts! We’ll be sharing more updates as everything continues to grow 🌼

Stay tuned for all the details. Cheers! 🍷

05/29/2026

Spring is showing off beautifully at Riverbench Vineyard & Winery. The vineyard is lush, and the growing season is moving right along.

In the vineyard, we’re beginning to see bunch closure across our various Pinot Noir and Chardonnay clones. This is an exciting milestone that signals healthy development in the vines. Our crews have also started hand leafing in the Chardonnay blocks, carefully opening the canopies to encourage better sunlight exposure and increased airflow throughout the fruit zone.

Every detail in the vineyard plays a role in crafting the wines to come, and spring is one of the most exciting times to watch it all unfold.

04/20/2026

Spring is in full swing at Riverbench! Join us for some upcoming events:

At our Santa Barbara Funk Zone Tasting Room:
May 10: Mother’s Day Sandspit Oyster Pop-Up 🦪
May 17: Wine Club Pick-Up Party 🍷
May 21: National Chardonnay Day, enjoy 50% off Chardonnay by the glass

Santa Maria Vineyard Tasting Room:
May 10: Mother’s Day - Music in the Garden 🎵
May 24: Live Memorial Day Weekend - Music in the Garden 🌿
June 6: Sparkling Wine & Artisan Cheese Pairing 🧀
June 21: Father’s Day - Live Music in the Garden 🥂

Plan your visit and come experience the season at Riverbench! Details on our website.

https://riverbench.com/events/

04/15/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Easter egg hunt! 🐣🌸

We loved celebrating with you all, so many smiles, sweet moments, and springtime fun! We are so grateful for this amazing community and cannot wait to do it again next year 🥂

04/04/2026

Join us for our Annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Riverbench Farmhouse tomorrow, April 4th at 10:30 AM (tickets required in advance).

We’re also open for wine tasting Saturday at both our Santa Maria Vineyard and Santa Barbara Funk Zone locations. Closed Sunday, April 5th for the holiday.

We look forward to celebrating with you! 🐣

02/14/2026

Not a member yet? This is your sign ✨

Wine Club members enjoy exclusive releases, special pricing on wine, food, and merch, complimentary tastings, invitations to members-only events and parties, plus priority access to farmhouse bookings. (And yes… sparkling and magnum add-ons are a thing 🥂)

Be sure to check out our website for all the fun ahead, and don’t forget to take advantage of ReSIProcal February. Enjoy 2 complimentary tastings as Riverbench club members at participating CA SIP Certified wineries all month long. Come for the wine, stay for the perks. Cheers to being part of the club 🍷

Upcoming Events:
Santa Barbara Tasting Room:
2/14 – Valentine’s Day Oyster Pop Up
2/14 – Sparkling Wine & Chocolate Pairing
3/17 – St. Patrick’s Day All Day Happy Hour
3/27-29 – Library Wine Tasting: Explore the Vintages

Santa Maria Tasting Room:
2/7 – Estate Vineyard Tour & Private Tasting
2/14 – Galentine’s Glitter Bottle Workshop
3/15 – Valentine’s Wine & Cheese Experience
3/27-29 – Library Wine Tasting: Explore the Vintages
4/14 – Annual Easter Egg Hunt (Riverbench Farmhouse)

01/29/2026

Love is in the vineyard this Valentine’s Day at Riverbench 💘
Whether you’re celebrating romance, friendship, or just really good wine, we’ve got something special waiting for you.

✨ Galentine’s Glitter Bottle Workshop | February 7
Celebrate friendship with wine, creativity, and a little sparkle.

🦪 Valentine’s Day Oyster Pop-Up | February 14
Fresh oysters paired with our sparkling wines. A perfect match.

🧀 Wine & Cheese Experience | February 14
Delectable bites to enjoy with someone you love.

🍷 Private Elevated Tasting Flight - All month long
Treat your Valentine to a more intimate tasting experience.

Spend Valentine’s Day the Riverbench way: great wine, beautiful views, and unforgettable moments. Reservations recommended.

01/22/2026

Out in the vineyard, we’re gearing up for pre-pruning with the help of . Pre-pruning is a mechanical cut that shortens last year’s cane growth ahead of final hand pruning, helping reduce labor and make the process more efficient.

This technique also delays bud break by leaving longer canes with more temporary buds, allowing the vine’s energy to spread more evenly and reducing apical dominance at the basal buds.

Along with pruning, we’re preparing to graft some of our existing Pinot Noir vines to new varieties. Grafting allows us to transition varietals without replanting established rootstock, setting the stage for what’s next.

These newly grafted vines will be in production for the 2027 season. Exciting things ahead 🌱🍷

01/04/2026

Pop the question. Say “I do.” Celebrate anything worth gathering for 💍🍾 The Riverbench Farmhouse offers an intimate wine country setting for proposals, destination weddings, and events of all kinds.

Inquire today: [email protected]

Save the Date — Riverbench Farmhouse Private Event Launch
📅 January 22, 2026
⏰ 3–6 PM
📍 5780 Foxen Canyon Road, Santa Maria

Featuring:
• Testa Catering/Rentals
• Epic Entertainment
• The Social Club
• An Occasion / Florist
• Blessed Beyond Belief Photography

12/24/2025

✨Happy Holidays from our Riverbench family to yours!
We’re raising a glass to the season and hope to see you soon.
Cheers to cozy moments and great wine! 🎄🥂

Holiday Hours:
- Open Christmas Eve
- Closed Christmas Day
- Open New Year’s Eve
- Closed New Year’s Day

Address

6020 Foxen Canyon Road
Santa Maria, CA
93454

Telephone

(805) 937-8340

Website

http://www.riverbench.com/

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