Santa Ynez Valley
California · United States · Wine Auction Prices
Santa Ynez Valley is a sub-region within California, United States renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon. The auction database contains 230 lots, averaging $61 per bottle and ranging $1–$308. The median auction vintage is 2015. The top wines at auction include Paul Lato, Larner Syrah Cinematique, Santa Ynez Valley, Jonata, El Desafio de Jonata, Santa Ynez Valley, Bonaccorsi, Syrah Larner, Santa Ynez Valley, Bonaccorsi, Syrah Star Lane, Santa Ynez Valley, Stolpman Vineyards, Angeli Syrah, Santa Ynez Valley, while leading producers include Paul Lato, Jonata, Bonaccorsi, Stolpman Vineyards. The Santa Ynez Valley sub-region is recognized for its distinctive terroir that produces wines of consistent character and quality. Collectors are drawn to the combination of geographical specificity, the quality of individual producers, and the historical significance of the sub-region's wines in the context of California. Auction activity reflects sustained international demand for the region's finest bottles, with the best examples demonstrating clear aging potential and site expression.
In the Glass
Santa Ynez Valley Cabernet Sauvignon delivers cassis, dark cherry, cedar, and structured tannin typical of California. The specific site character — soils, elevation, and microclimate — imparts a distinctive expression that separates Santa Ynez Valley wines from neighbouring areas. Top producers show depth, concentration, and aging potential of 10–25 years.
Red Wines
| Wine | Avg Price | Lots Sold |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Lato Larner Syrah Cinematique | $61 | 35 |
| Jonata El Desafio de Jonata | $125 | 19 |
| Bonaccorsi Syrah Larner | $31 | 19 |
| Bonaccorsi Syrah Star Lane | $66 | 12 |
| Stolpman Vineyards Angeli Syrah | $56 | 10 |
| Andrew Murray Vineyards Curtis Vineyard Esperance Red | $71 | 8 |
| Foxen Toasted Rope Syrah | $20 | 6 |
| Jonata Alma | $44 | 6 |
| Stolpman Vineyards Syrah | $32 | 6 |
| Gainey Vineyard Limited Selection Cabernet Franc | $11 | 6 |
| Herman Story Larner Vineyard Syrah | $33 | 5 |
White Wines
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