Set amid the rolling hills of California’s Santa Ynez Valley, Sunstone Winery is a vision of rustic Italian stonework and lush groves of olive trees and grapevines. As if it had been plucked straight from the Chianti countryside, Sunstone Winery lovingly recreates the magic of a classic Tuscan winery. With warm brick walls, aged wood beams and doors, and arched passageways, Sunstone Winery provides a plethora of unique terraces and gathering spaces for a dream Italian Inspired wedding in beautiful Southern California.
![Italian inspired building and olive tree](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-2-scaled.jpg)
Despite the overcast skies, the warm tones and contrasting details of this California Honey inspired wedding day made it feel as though the sun was on full display. Planner Heather Benge chose a color palette of sunny yellow, warm neutrals, and contrasting black and slate to give this al fresco celebration a refined air. Florists Parkers and Posies and Blush Botanicals filled the ceremony and reception spaces with cheerful, organically designed arrangements of crisp white, honey, mustard, and gold. By mixing textures, yellow tones, and integrating natural elements like wood chairs and stone, the team created a day that was at once lighthearted and elegant.
Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography by Destination Wedding Photographer Katie Trauffer. For the full vendor list please click here.
![Warm Italian stone building with open door](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-4-683x1024.jpg)
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![California Santa Ynez Valley](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-6-scaled.jpg)
![Climbing white roses on Italian brick building](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-7-683x1024.jpg)
![California Winery on misty day](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-1-683x1024.jpg)
![Luxury wedding invitation suite with yellow and white flowers](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-12-scaled.jpg)
![Boutonnieres with calligraphy name scrolls](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-9-683x1024.jpg)
![Shoes and diamond ring with small yellow flowers](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-10-683x1024.jpg)
![close of of natural glam bridal makeup](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-16-scaled.jpg)
![Bride plays with fluffy dress while holding large white and gold bouquet](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-18-819x1024.jpg)
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![bride laughs at italian villa wedding Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-21-scaled.jpg)
![groom in black tux laughs at italian villa wedding Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-24-683x1024.jpg)
![bride smiles at her bouquet at italian villa Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-20-683x1024.jpg)
![Italian villa ceremony with gold and white flowers Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-26-scaled.jpg)
![wedding ceremony aisle with white and gold flowers Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-29-scaled.jpg)
![gold and honey colored flowers in large arrangement at italian villa wedding](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-30-1024x683.jpg)
![bride and groom smile at eachother in floral filled italian villa wedding ceremony Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-35-1024x683.jpg)
![bride and groom walk down flower lined aisle at italian villa wedding Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-32-scaled.jpg)
![close up of bride and groom smiling at one another in black and white](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-44-scaled.jpg)
![groom leads bride up stairs at italian villa wedding Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-49-683x1024.jpg)
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![Bride and groom embrace surrounded by gold flowers at italian villa wedding Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-38-scaled.jpg)
![close up of escort card display among olive trees](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-47-683x1024.jpg)
![escort card display among olive trees](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-45-683x1024.jpg)
![wedding reception table at italian villa wedding with honey colored flowers and olive trees Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-51-scaled.jpg)
![close up of gold and white flowers on reception table](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-54-683x1024.jpg)
![stone wedding reception table with black napkins and yellow and white flowers with olive trees](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-52-683x1024.jpg)
![wedding reception table with gold flowers and tall honey candlesticks Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-57-scaled.jpg)
![wedding lounge set with honey lounge chaise and golden flowers](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-58-1024x683.jpg)
![bride and groom sit in reception lounge sette with olive trees Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-59-scaled.jpg)
![wedding cake with gold flowers surrounded by olive trees](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-61-683x1024.jpg)
![white wedding cake with golden flowers Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography](https://katietraufferphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/17977/2022/02/KatieTraufferPhotography-Santa-Ynez-Black-and-Yellow-63-683x1024.jpg)
Thank you for exploring this snippet of this Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography. If you are planning a wedding or elopement I would be thrilled to talk more about how we can beautifully capture your love story. Click here or use the link below to inquire so we can start planning together. Katie Trauffer Photography is based in Maryland and happily serves beautiful destinations worldwide.
Vendor List
Sunstone Winery Wedding Photography by Destination Wedding Photographer Katie Trauffer
Concept & Planning: Heather Benge // Venue: Sunstone Winery // Hair & Makeup: SunKissed and MadeUp // Stationery: Oh Eleven Studio // Florals: Parkers and Posies and Blush Botanicals // Cake: Lele Patisserie // Rentals: Party Pleasers // Men’s Wear: The Modern Groom // Gown: Styled Gowns // Linens: Nuage Designs Inc