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Explore our curated guide for the perfect Santa Ynez Valley gifts this holiday season

This holiday season, we invite you to explore local gifting with our curated guide to the Santa Ynez Valley. Whether you're shopping for family, friends, or yourself, our thoughtfully selected items showcase the unique businesses that define our vibrant community. From laid-back luxury items to timeless fashion staples, this guide is designed to inspire your holiday shopping experience.

1. ABC's of the SYV Children's Book | Heritage Goods & Supply | $29.99 | 2. Serrano Infused Vodka | Rock 12 Distillery | $40 | 3. Old West Children's Boots | Jedlicka's | $64.98 | 4. Himalayan Wood Candle | Los Olivos General Store | $69+ | 5. Gold-Fill Paperclip Chain Necklace | Hammered Hoops | $114 | 6. Honest Cotton Shell Shirt Dress | Plenty Boutique | $118 | 7. Personalized Charlie One SYV Hat | Flame Kissed | $195 8. Travis Matthews Grey Wave Full Zip Hoodie | Kahunas | $199 9. Blackstone Grill | Ace Hardware | $250+

The Authentic Admirer

For the person in your life that loves quality, authentic goods... Josh Hartley Owner of Los Olivos Outfitters has the intentionally curated guide for you! All items are available at Los Olivos Outfitters at 2353 Hollister St #E, Los Olivos

1. Los Olivos Outfitters Shirts | $35-50 | 2. Electric Visual Sunglasses | $100+ | 3. Roelen Perfum | $185 | 4. Himpui Hats | $190+ | 5. Jory Brigham Design Cutting Boards | $200+ | 6. Freenote Denim Pants | $265+ | 7. Calavera Tool Works Leather Apron | $350 8. Filson Backpacks | $395 9. Freenote Riders Jacket | $450

The Wine Lover

Wine is such a big part of our culture in the SYV, that it is only fitting to have an entire page dedicated to it. The amazing team at Alma Rosa Winery curated the ultimate gift guide for the wine connoisseur in your life! All of the referenced wine is available at the Alma Rosa Tasting Room at 1623 Mission Dr #M, Solvang or almarosawinery.com

1. Sparkling Wine; Brut, Brut Rosé, Blanc de Blancs | For anyone you know who loves a good party | $50 | 2. El Jabali Chardonnay | For the white wine-loving special someone | $60 | 3. El Jabali Pinot Noir | For anyone who enjoys elegance in a glass | $90 | 4. Riedel Veloce Pinot Noir Glasses | For the friend who knows that the right glass makes all the difference | riedel.com | $89 (set of 2) | 5. Private Estate Tasting and Driving Tour | For that special someone who wants to experience the vineyard like never before | $100 per person (email estate@almarosawinery.com to book) | 6. Attente | For the man in your life who appreciates a bold, complex wine | $125 | 7. Attente Hike | For your outdoorsy significant other who also enjoys the finer things in life | $125 per person (email estate@almarosawinery.com to book) | 8. Coravin Timeless 3+ | For the collector who wants to savor their wines over time | coravin.com | $249 | 9. Riedel Ultra Decanter | For the big red wine lovers | riedel.com | $280

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