The Silver Wines Story

Silver Wines is a unique venture founded by Benjamin Silver, a former veterinarian from Massachusetts with a passion for Italian culture. His journey into winemaking began in 1993 while working at Chicama Vineyards in Martha’s Vineyard. After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree, Benjamin secured a lab technician internship at Zaca Mesa Winery in Santa Barbara County during the harvest season. His dedication and talent led to a full-time position as a winemaker’s assistant, where he honed his skills. By 1998, he became the head winemaker, shaping the future of Silver Wines.

The Wines of Benjamin Silver

In the late 1990s, Benjamin began experimenting with various grape varietals, including Zinfandel, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, and Nebbiolo. This experimentation culminated in the launch of his signature Silver label wines in 2000. Today, Silver Wines produces small batches of Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Nebbiolo, and two proprietary blends: Saviezza and I Tre Figli. In 2014, a new Bordelais-style blend received critical acclaim. All grapes are sourced from Santa Barbara County, reflecting the region's unique terroir. Benjamin’s winemaking philosophy centers on preserving the distinct character of each vineyard, making his wines a true representation of Californian craftsmanship.

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Melissa Stow
December 22, 2024
Had an amazing experience at Silver Wines. The tasting room manager, Aaron, was knowledgeable and fun as he led us through an assortment of delicious wines. Highly recommend!
Mala Ahuja
December 17, 2024
Awesome experience at this place and a big shout out to our server, Nancy. The wines are outstanding and it was hard to pick only one favorite! We liked it so much we went back the next day for a glass and I would recommend the tasting over having a glass of wine there.
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Location

Location 31 El Paseo, Santa Barbara, CA, 93101, USA

Region

Santa Ynez Valley, California, USA

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Pets Allowed

Visiting Hours

Monday - Thursday
14:30 - 17:30
Friday - Saturday
13:00 - 18:00
Sunday
13:00 - 17:30

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sweet Wine
Fortified Wine

Grape varieties

Cab Franc
Sangiovese
Nebbiolo
Pinot Noir
Chenin Blanc
Syrah

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Reviews (5)

Melissa Stow
Reviewed on December 22, 2024

Had an amazing experience at Silver Wines. The tasting room manager, Aaron, was knowledgeable and fun as he led us through an assortment of delicious wines. Highly recommend!

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Mala Ahuja
Reviewed on December 17, 2024

Awesome experience at this place and a big shout out to our server, Nancy. The wines are outstanding and it was hard to pick only one favorite! We liked it so much we went back the next day for a glass and I would recommend the tasting over having a glass of wine there.

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T S
Reviewed on December 10, 2024

This place is definitely hard to find but well worth it. Incredible wines, especially for the Italian varietals. We stopped by one weekend and Aaron our server was very knowledgeable, kind and hospitable. We are huge fans of Benjamin Silver’s wines. Sangiovese and Nebbiolo seem hard to come by in Santa Barbara and Silver has quite a selection to choose from. Great ambience. Better wines. Solid 👌

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Lenni
Reviewed on November 9, 2024

Silver Wines, is one of the best hole in the walls winery you will discover while wine tasting. Make it your go to place, like I did mine. The vibe and essence is amazing and the wines are incredible! Their Nebbiolo 2018 is my absolute favorite!! The winemaker and owner Benjamin calls it his “Peter pan” an old wine that doesn’t want to age. Which I totally love!! As well as their knowledgeable, attentive and kind staff. Definitely a place I’d recommend to any of my friends or family! It’s a must go place to visit. A little diamond in the rough.

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Kaity Swanson
Reviewed on February 25, 2024

I love Silver. Especially seeing the owner Benjamin. He is such a gem and also makes great wine!! He worked great with us at La Cumbre Country Club and hosted a wine dinner which our members loved. We also serve his wine in our wine shop and by the glass on our wine list. This is a hidden gem you should visit with great pricing and great staff.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Silver Wines

Where is Silver Wines located?

Silver Wines is located in Santa Ynez Valley, USA

What type of wines does Silver Wines produce?

Silver Wines produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sweet Wine, Fortified Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at Silver Wines?

At Silver Wines, they cultivate Cab Franc, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Chenin Blanc, Syrah.

What languages do they speak at the Silver Wines?

At Silver Wines they speak English, Italian, Spanish.

Do they produce organic wines at Silver Wines?

No, Silver Wines is not an organic wine producer.