Gainey Vineyard
Gainey Vineyard is a winery in Outside Santa Ynez, outside the town of Santa Ynez, California, at 3950 East Highway 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460. On Highway 246 east of town, about 4 min by car from Sagunto St. Call 805-688-0558 or check its website for hours and reservations before you go.
- Where
- Outside Santa Ynez: On Highway 246 east of town, about 4 min by car from Sagunto St
- Mailing town
- Santa Ynez
- Address
- 3950 East Highway 246, Santa Ynez, CA 93460
- Phone
- 805-688-0558
- Hours
- See its website
Good to know
Do you need a reservation to taste at Gainey Vineyard? Walk-ins and reservations.
How much is a tasting at Gainey Vineyard? $30 flight.
Are dogs allowed at Gainey Vineyard? Vineyard View Lawn (by-the-glass/bottle).
Can you bring kids to Gainey Vineyard? Gainey Vineyard's own site doesn't say whether kids are welcome, so ask before you go.
Quick answers
What are Gainey Vineyard's hours?
Daily 11am to 5pm; last tasting 4pm. Hours change with the seasons, so check before you drive out.
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Critic scores
Recent scores for Gainey Vineyard wines, newest vintage first, as published by each critic and quoted on the winery's own site. See the top-rated wines across the valley.
| Wine | Score | Critic | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills) | 94 | Wine Enthusiast | gaineyvineyard.com, as of Oct 17, 2026 |
Jeb Dunnuck published his 2024-vintage Santa Barbara County and Sta. Rita Hills reports on Sept 29, 2026. We add those scores as each winery publishes them.
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