SATURDAY, MARCH 6 &
SUNDAY, MARCH 7, 2010

WINE CLUB MEMBER WINE PICK-UP WEEKEND

The first wine club pick-up of the New Year! Pick up your wine and meet old and new friends at this private wine tasting with food pairing in the Grand Chai for you and your guests and perhaps a few stories from David about what they do during the winter (besides pruning), like the Green Sea Turtle rescue in Baja. Tasty treats by Chef Buddy from Paragary’s.

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Wines of the World — A Discussion

Led by Heather Pyle-Lucas, this evening will be an informative overview and discussion on Cabernet, including world-wide tasting history of the grape varietal and the regional influences of terroir.

7:30-9:30 pm. $40 per person.

SATURDAY, JUNE 5 &
SUNDAY, JUNE 6, 2010

WINE CLUB MEMBER WINE PICK-UP WEEKEND

Just in time for your summer entertaining! Pick up your wine club shipment and enjoy a fun private wine tasting with food pairing in the Grand Chai for you and your guests. Let’s open up a big 6 liter bottle of Chardonnay from 1999 and compare notes!

Saturday, July 17, 2010

Chardonnay Retrospective Weekend

An evening of tasting from our library of Chardonnay wines produced since 1997; when we unlock the secrets of these traditionally crafted wines. This elegant sit-down event with freshly shucked Hog Island oysters and other tasty treats.

6:30-9:30 pm. Appetizers only. Reservations limited. $60 per person.

Saturday, July 24, 2010

Great Chefs of San Joaquin & 2007 Zinstar Release

The event of the season! A walkabout culinary extravaganza with 5 renowned chefs from San Joaquin County. The evening is also highlighted with the release of the 2007 ZinStar.

6:30-9:30 pm. Reservations Required. $75 per person.

Saturday, July 31, 2010

2007 Petite Sirah Release

Release of Heather’s annual member wine. Her talent once again shines with this food friendly Petite Sirah. Tasty treats featuring Wild Bill’s crazy BBQ sauce.

Noon to 4:30 pm. Only 50 cases available. No Cost.

Saturday, August 14, 2010

Hot Toe Tappin' Nites

A mid-summer evening of cool breezes, dance to the sounds of the Stephanie D Trio and tons of fun! Bring your picnic basket full of food. Tables and chairs provided. Prizes given for the best theme, table decorations, and most enthusiastic group.

Reservations are a must. $25 fee for reserved round table, all other tables are first come, first choice.

6:30-9:30 pm. Members and their guests. $15 per person. Non-members $25

SATURDAY, AUGUST 28 &
SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 2010

WINE CLUB MEMBER WINE PICK-UP WEEKEND

The last pick up of the summer or the first of the fall?! Here’s your chance to bring your closest friends to enjoy a private wine tasting with food pairing in the Grand Chai for you and your guests. How about pulling the cork on a 10 year old ZinStar!

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, &
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2010

WINE CLUB MEMBER WINE PICK-UP WEEKEND

The start of the holiday season and the last shipment of the year! Start your holidays with a “stress free” shopping visit to the winery.   Look for special surprises this time of year if you have been naughty and nice!

Saturday, December 4 & December 11, 2010

Holiday Bell Ringers

The merry sounds in the Grand Chai of 14 symphony quality bell ringers and zillions of bells. Enjoy the magical beauty of “ringing” in the holiday season.

Members and their guests. A delight for kids! Everyone welcome!

Saturday, December 18 & Sunday, December 19, 2010

Celebrating with David and Heather

Special pouring of Tangles and ZinStar library selections by Heather and David in the Grand Chai. David and Heather are pulling the corks on the best The Lucas Winery has to offer! Tall tales and old wines shared with friends to toast in the New Year.

Experience - The Lucas Winery

Short tours, with your personal host, are included as a part of your visit to The Lucas Winery. These visits begin in the vineyard with a review of winegrowing techniques that influence wine style and conclude in the Grand Chai.

In-Depth Winemaker's Tours

Our in-depth "Traditional Winemaking at The Lucas Winery" experience is private and intimate. Reservations are available to visitors by appointment only from 11 am to 3 pm Thursday thru Sunday.

Your visit will be customized to your liking. Whether you are a knowledgeable wine person or just starting the wonderful journey with wine, you will find something fun and educational during your visit. The tour begins with an optional walk through the historic ZinStar vineyard located next to the winery. Visitors will then be shown through The Lucas Winery and Gran Chai. All tours culminate with a tasting experience at a private table in the Gran Chai barrel room where our food friendly wines are offered with appropriate food pairing

This in-depth winery experience is $55 per person for up to 6 people and takes about one and a half hours to complete.

The Essence of Wine

A great gift. This is a two hour experience as you explore the sometimes mystical words used to describe wine aromas. The nose can identify via smell up to 1600 aromas. After this experience you will be able to swirl and sniff using this new knowledge to understand the aromas associated in red and white wines such as citrus, herbal, green bean, peachy, blue berries, oak, leather or coco.

The tour also includes focus on the vineyard practices that influence wines aromas.

Reservations in advance are required: $50 per person; limited to 10 guests and conducted by our wine tenders Heather or David.