September, 2025

From the Ground Up

Believe it or not, we are within a week of harvest, which will dominate the vineyard and winery activities for the next 8 or 9 weeks.

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July, 2025

From the Ground Up

In Santa Barbara County, recognition is harder to come by, but we can certainly compete with them.

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Lucas & Lewellen Chardonnay Estate

Distinct citrus and caramel notes with tropical aromas and a creamy, buttery texture with a lasting finish.

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$26.00
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Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards Goodchild Chardonnay bottle

This elegant reserve Chardonnay is rich with with beautiful minerality, balanced acid, and notes of white pear, Mandarin citrus, lime, and marzipan.

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$36.00
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2022 Lucas & Lewellen Sparkling Wine Grand Imperial Reserve bottle

This Very Special Champagne was inspired by the classic “French 75” cocktail.

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$48.00
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January, 2024

From the Ground Up

We have already started pruning with a small crew and will be adding more people this week. It will take the next 75-80 days to get all the vines pruned, one of the most important jobs that we do. What you prune in January and February is what you get in September and October.

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July, 2023

From the Ground Up

Over the years, you have heard me mention the weather almost constantly. Well, here is some more. After a winter filled with rain and a cooler spring than normal (June gloom), it has warmed up, and hopefully, we are headed for something close to normal.

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May, 2023

From the Ground Up

I returned to a wide-awake vineyard that is not hurting for water. This could be one of the most interesting growing seasons ever. Good or bad, I’ll blame it on the weather.

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September, 2022

From the Ground Up

I thought I left the heat behind 50 years ago when I moved from Delano in the San Joaquin Valley to Santa Maria. We are right in the middle of a major heat wave, which can be detrimental to grapes.

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Lucas & Lewellen Sparkling Wine bottle image

This sparkling wine sits softly and elegantly on the tongue, delighting the palate with a subtle mélange of fruit and flowers.

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$32.00
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