Marking our heights on the cellar wall
Happy Canyon Vineyard
  Sean Pitts of Happy Canyon Vineyard

LETTERS
By: TJ Barrack III

Dear Friends and Family,

Summertime at Happy Canyon Vineyard is palpable.   The California sun rises each morning over the vineyard and gently awakens the vines with a warm embrace urging their fruit forward to ripeness in a dance of water and light.  Polo season is in full swing, and the rhythmic drumming of horse hooves can be heard as the polo ponies make their way out to the field for a match.  Children’s voices echo off the golden hills as they run freely through the ranch; their dog companions panting close behind.  These are the signs of summer and joy that I have sensed my whole life and they bring a distinct and nostalgic feeling over me.   They are a timeless part of this special place.

Each summer also brings its own unique elements that differentiate it from the others and like marking our heights on the cellar wall, each one gives us the opportunity to stop and take stock of the memories and moments found in the harvests behind us and in the ones to come.  This year it is a new block of Cabernet Franc on the hillside, a group of 3 year old polo ponies that are experiencing their first season of competitive play, my nephew's fourth birthday and a heat and dryness that sends the smell of oak and spice through a soothing and warm wind. 

The beauty of growing grapes and making wine is that we, in a way, are able to capture these sensations and bottle them to be remembered, to be shared, to be saved and to be enjoyed.  The vines are taking in the world around them and it is our family's mission to steward that world in the best way we possibly can; with passion, love and dedication.  The summer months bring us unique moments of verve and bliss and we look forward to continue to share them with you in each bottle we produce. 

 
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Sauvignon Blanc
 
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Sauvignon Blanc
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PRIVATE TOURS AND TASTINGS
Grapes on the vine

For a truly special experience and the opportunity to see our love of family, passion for polo, and pursuit of excellence in wine – call us to reserve your private tour of the vineyard and tasting experience in Santa Ynez.

You can also reserve our new polo inspired tasting room in Santa Barbara for your private events.
Contact our events coordinator today!

savannah@happycanyonvineyard.com  |   805-203-0749.

UPCOMING EVENTS
September:
Fall Wine Club Pick up &  Tasting Room Anniversary Party
Sunday, September 20th, 2015
Stay tuned for more details
 
October:
Santa Barbara Vintners Celebration of Harvest
Saturday October 10th, 2015