Winery guide / Johnson City
Lewis Wines
Respected Texas-only producer since 2010, farming its own vines and partnering with top growers.
About the winery
Founded in 2010 by co-owners and winemakers Doug Lewis and Duncan McNabb; estate vines planted in 2014. Honors include Texas Wine of the Year (2017) and TEXSOM Best in Show (2015).
Laid-back, mostly outdoor tasting room on 100 acres west of Johnson City on Hwy 290, with Pedernales River Basin views, an enclosed deck and picnic tables.
Best for: serious wine lovers who like a laid-back vibe
Known for
Age-worthy, vineyard-driven wines from 100% Texas grapes, with Portuguese and Southern French varieties like Touriga Nacional, Tinto Cão, Tannat and Mourvèdre.
Experiences
Classic Tasting of four wines ($15), special events, weddings and private events.
Plan your visit
Visiting info
- Hours
- Fri–Sun 10:30 am–5 pm (last tasting 4 pm); Mon and Thu by appointment.
- Address
- 3209 Hwy 290 West, Johnson City, TX 78636
- Tastings
- Classic Tasting $15 (four 1 oz pours)
- Reservations
- Required for a table; open Fri-Sun
- Groups
- Reservations required for deck or picnic tables; call (512) 987-0660 or email [email protected].
- Accessibility
- Hwy 290 about 3 miles west of Johnson City; tasting room is primarily outdoors
- Phone
- 512-987-0660
Fast facts
Good to know
- Founded
- 2010
- People
- Co-owners and winemakers Doug Lewis and Duncan McNabb
- Vineyard
- 100 acres (estate vineyard planted 2014)
- Grapes & wines
- Touriga Nacional, Tinto Cão, Tannat, Alicante Bouschet, Arinto
- Awards
- 2012 Newsom Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo voted 2017 Texas Wine of the Year (Wine & Food Foundation of Texas); 2011 Round Mountain Reserve won Best in Show at TEXSOM
- Events
- Weddings and private events on the family farm, plus special events
Wine club
Lewis Wines wine club
- Club
- Six Bottle Club, Twelve Bottle Club
- Shipments
- 3x/year (Jan, Apr, Oct)
- Bottles
- 6 or 12
- Perks
- 20% / 25% off bottles; complimentary tastings for member + up to 3 guests; members-only events and first access
Visit with Absolute Charm
Skip the driving and the reservations
Private tour guests can add this winery to their day. Pickup from your lodging, every stop reserved, and a local guide. Add the Tasting Pass, order a glass, or use your member perks here.
Lewis Wines FAQ
Are kids allowed at Lewis Wines?
The winery doesn't publish a policy for children, so please call ahead before bringing kids.
Is Lewis Wines dog friendly?
The winery doesn't publish a pet policy, so please call ahead before bringing a dog.
What are Lewis Wines's hours?
Fri–Sun 10:30 am–5 pm (last tasting 4 pm); Mon and Thu by appointment.
Do I need a reservation?
Required for a table; open Fri-Sun
How much is a tasting?
Classic Tasting $15 (four 1 oz pours)
Can Absolute Charm take me to Lewis Wines?
Yes. Private tour guests choose their wineries from our list, and we reserve each stop and drive you there. Our Classic tour visits a rotating set of favorites.
Information checked October 2026 from Lewis Wines's own website. Hours, prices and policies change, so please confirm directly with the winery.
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