November, 2025

From the Ground Up

Thanksgiving. As we look back, it is only a short period of time. For me, I can look back 84 years!

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January, 2025

From the Ground Up

For the 55th year, it’s time to start all over.

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November, 2024

From the Ground Up

In most cases, I would rate the quality of this year’s grapes as outstanding. Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay should be one of our best vintages.

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Bottle of Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards Carmenere

The original goal of long-time grower Louis Lucas and wine enthusiast Judge Royce Lewellen was to grow the five red grapes of France’s most famous wine region, but they discovered there was something missing. Carménère has a history that can be traced back to the Romans.

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Fact Sheet Reviews

November, 2023

From the Ground Up

We are picking as fast as we can. Our workers are doing a great job, which is good because additional workers are unavailable. Whatever happened to normal?

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November, 2022

From the Ground Up

From a quality standpoint, harvest was very good but a few varieties were low in yield. Megan has her hands full with the new vintage and the new wines are progressing well.

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November, 2021

From the Ground Up

Even though our crop is a little bit late, quality has been exceptional, especially in the Pinot Noir and the Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Louis Lucas learning some dance moves from his better half!

March, 2019

From the Ground Up

This year’s high amount of rain has been great for the vineyard. It helps cleanse the soils and gives us reserve water for irrigation.

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January, 2018

From the Ground Up
Happy New Year! It is time to start all over again. Vintage 2017 will be another exceptional vintage.
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Louis Lucas giving an interview in the vineyard

There’s Something for Everyone in Solvang, Including the Wine Connoisseur

Donna Polizzi
12/23/2017
Noozhawk

Solvang is one of the most charming communities on the Central Coast, but locals love it as home to some of the world’s most extravagant pastries. The Danish town is chock full of fantastic bakeries, with delicious butter cookies and Danishes to die for.

The renowned Aebleskiver, which means “pancake puffs” in Danish, are addicting and will melt in your mouth.

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