Brave & Maiden Estate, Santa Ynez

About Brave & Maiden Estate

Brave & Maiden Estate is a winery in Santa Ynez where visitors participate in wine tastings and tours. The Private Seated Tasting experience features a dedicated estate host guiding guests through a curated selection of wines from the portfolio. The Private Winery Tour with Seated Tasting includes a walking tour behind the scenes of the sustainably farmed vineyard and production facility, ending with a tasting in the Barrel Room. Guests may enjoy bottle service or by-the-glass wine reservations in the courtyard, with the option to pre-order artisanal cheese and charcuterie boards from Cailloux Cheese Shop. The estate hosts family table dinners, educational seminars, and special events such as After Hours with live music, allocation release weekends, and wine-and-cheese pairings. The estate produces small lot wines including Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Located between Santa Ynez and Solvang, the property features sweeping vineyard and mountain views.