Our Story

Pinot & Sparkling Wine Without Pretense

Ageworthy wine since 2000

Our Story

R.I.P. Cooper, "The Pinot Puppy"

Sadly, our beloved Cooper passed away a few weeks ago of natural causes. He had been a bright light in our lives for almost 13 years. We adopted him at 5 weeks due to the urgency of an unwanted litter. His early imprinting with us created a unique bond. A news article dubbed him "The Pinot Puppy" and it stuck throughout his life. Thank you all for sharing your love with Cooper. He enjoyed endless hours of fetching ball at the Tasting Room. He will be missed.

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June Wine Specials

2018 Pinot Noir, Solomon Hills Vineyard, Santa Maria Valley AVA  (Retail $51) 

Medium ruby to cherry red, this tasty wine had clarity of color. The nose reveals dusty, earthy, and savory aromas with underlying dried rose petals. Enjoy tea leaf and umami flavors on the palate with a structured finish. Pairs well with glazed ribs, sea salt chocolate, Lamb Chopper cheese, bacon wrapped jalapenos, parmesan Brussel sprouts, spicy chicken with basil sauce or a charcuterie platter. 80 cases produced; Pinot Noir clone113. Wine Enthusiast 93 pts.
25% off/bottle =$38.25
30% off/case = $428.40

2019 Goat Bubbles Brut Cuvée, Rio Vista & Sierra Madre Vineyards, SRH + SMV AVAs  (Retail $49)
This tasty sparkler has tiny bubbles and a rich gold color, just perfect for the Golden Hour before sunset. Bring on the hors d'oeuvres. Enjoy the scent of French bread crust, pear and golden delicious apple on the nose. A tangy sashay of lemon zest is complemented by the roundness of ripe white peaches and an elegant, rich mouthfeel. The finish will catapult you like a Falcon in flight.  "Feeling Fly like a G6”! No dosage on this perfect sparkler. Pair with coconut prawns, fish tacos, grilled salmon, or an omelette of goat cheese and sweet peppers. How about Burnt Basque cheesecake after the golden hour, when you want to relight the flame? 185 cases produced; Pinot Noir clone 2A & Chardonnay clone 15.
25% off/bottle = $36.75
30% off/case = $411.60

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2000

First Vintage of Flying Goat Produced

Winemaker Norm Yost launches his own wine label, Flying Goat Cellars.

2002

First Pinot Noir Released

We introduce our first wines at Santa Barbara County Vintners Festival and launch website/newsletter.

2005

First Goat Bubbles and Pinot Gris Produced

We produce our first vintage of Goat Bubbles Rosé and Pinot Gris, Nielson Vineyard.

2007

Awarded Best in Class and Sweepstakes Winner

We win Best in Class & Red Sweepstakes winner at the 2007 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition for our 2005 Flying Goat Pinot Noir, Rancho Santa Rosa Vineyard.  

2007

First YNOT Pinot Noir Produced

We launch our second label for Pinot Noir, YNOT, from Santa Barbara County vineyards.

2008

Winery Purchased & Tasting Room Opened

We purchase production space at Crown Laurel and open a Tasting Room in the Lompoc Wine Ghetto.

2010

Kate Joined the Team

Kate Griffith marries Norm Yost and their partnership evolves into a family of wines.

2011

Club Celebrate and new Goat Bubbles Label Launched

Club Celebrate, the first sparkling wine club in Santa Barbara County, offers exclusive membership for méthode champenoise Goat Bubbles. New Goat Bubbles label designed by Mark Oliver.

2015

Fifth expression of Goat Bubbles released

Goat Bubbles offers five expressions of méthode champenoise sparkling wines. Every bottle is hand riddled, disgorged, waxed and labeled with love.

2019

Flying Goat's 20th Harvest

Norm Yost celebrates his 20th harvest with Flying Goat Cellars.

January 2021

Flying Goat Turns 21 & Finally Legal to Drink!

Flying Goat turns 21 and is finally legal to drink our own wine! We are celebrating all year.

September 2023

First Release of Goat Bubbles Pinot Meunier

First Goat Bubbles made from Pinot Meunier (2021 vintage) released to wine club members. It was quickly dubbed “Barbie Bubbles,” with timing of movie.

January 2024

First Release of Allan Hancock College Vineyard Pinot Noir

We are proud to showcase this vineyard run by students at the local community college. Wine Enthusiast rated it 94 pts and Editor's Choice.

September 2024

Flying Goat's 25th Harvest

Norm Yost celebrates his 25th harvest with Flying Goat Cellars.

January 2025

Flying Goat's 25th (Silver) Anniversary

Flying Goat celebrates our 25th (Silver) Anniversary all year long and we invite you to join in the fun!

Our Brands

We offer two unique brands for your specific preferences.