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Imagine Wine
Buellton

Imagine Wine

About Imagine Wine

Imagine Wine was founded in 2004 by LynDee and Ross Jay Rankin. Ross Jay Rankin studied winemaking at Hancock College and entered the wine industry in the late 1990s. The portfolio includes Syrah, Barbera, Merlot, Chardonnay, Cabernet, Sangiovese, and Zinfandel. The signature wine is Paradise Mountain Syrah, sourced exclusively from a unique vineyard in Santa Barbara County's eastern hills and aged six years in barrel. Wines are hand made in fermentation bins with hand punch-downs three times per day. Oak comes from French, Hungarian, and American sources, with a minimum of 50% new oak. Tastings by appointment only, 12 to 5pm, closed Tuesdays through Thursdays.

Tasting Experiences

Tastings by Appointment

Tastings available by appointment only, 12-5pm, closed Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays

Varietals

SyrahBarberaMerlotChardonnayCabernetSangioveseZinfandelGrenache

When to visit Imagine Wine

Monday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Imagine Wine

Can you visit Imagine Wine? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Imagine Wine has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 6, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What wines does Imagine Wine specialize in?

Imagine Wine focuses on Syrah, Barbera, Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet, and more. Signature bottles include Paradise Mountain Syrah, 2020 Grenache, 2020 Chardonnay, 2017 Paso Robles Zinfandel, 2018 Santa Ynez Valley Sangiovese.

Do you need a reservation to visit Imagine Wine?

Yes, Imagine Wine requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 6, 2026). Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Where is Imagine Wine located?

Imagine Wine is at 140 Industrial Way in Buellton, California. Phone: +1 805-688-1769.

When was Imagine Wine founded?

Imagine Wine was established in 2004.

Who makes the wine at Imagine Wine?

The winemaking at Imagine Wine is led by Ross Jay Rankin.

What tasting experiences does Imagine Wine offer?

Imagine Wine offers Tastings by Appointment.

What are Imagine Wine's tasting hours?

Imagine Wine is open every day, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Does Imagine Wine have outdoor seating?

Yes, Imagine Wine has outdoor seating.

Where to find Imagine Wine

Imagine Wine is at 140 Industrial Way, Buellton, California, United States.

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