About

Artiste Winery and Gallery in Santa Ynez produces art-inspired wines from Santa Barbara County, handcrafted blends by winemaker Bion Rice since the first vintage in 1999. They uniquely collaborate with artists from Laguna College of Art + Design (LCAD) and others, featuring original artwork on limited-edition labels, with proceeds benefiting the artists. Visitors enjoy tastings in a gallery setting combining wine, art viewing, and creative workshops.

Art-inspired wine blends by Bion Rice Collaborations with LCAD artists on labels Tasting gallery combining art and wine
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Artiste Winery building Gold Medal wines SB Magazine collection Blending experience
What They Make
Inspired
Pinot-led blend, Gold Medal at Global Pinot Noir Masters 2026
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Mujer con Uvas
Pinot-led blend, Gold Medal at Global Pinot Noir Masters 2026
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LCAD Artists Collection
Limited-edition small-production wines with labels by 11 LCAD artists
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Santa Barbara Magazine 50th Anniversary Collector’s Set
Limited series of four special wines featuring magazine cover artwork
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Red Blends
Art-inspired red blends
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Whites & Rosés
Art-inspired white and rosé wines
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Awards
Gold Medal, Santa Ynez Valley Wine Awards 2021 2021
Silver Medal, California State Fair 2020 2020
Upcoming Events
Blending Experience Workshops
ongoing
Interactive wine blending, tasting, and competition sessions in private setting
Events Calendar
various
Winery events including art and wine experiences
Latest News

Double Gold at Global Pinot Noir Masters 2026 for Inspired and Mujer con Uvas Pinot-led blends; year-long partnership with Santa Barbara Magazine for 50th Anniversary Collector’s Set of four special wines.