Est. in the Heart of Nebraska's High Plains

From Our Soil
to Your Glass

Handcrafted wines born from the windswept High Plains, crafted with patience and poured with pride at 17 Ranch Winery.

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Vineyard rows at 17 Ranch Winery in Lewellen, Nebraska
Our Story

A Legacy Rooted in
Nebraska Soil

17 Ranch Winery sits on the open plains of Lewellen, where the sky stretches wide and the earth tells a different story than the vineyards of the east. Our vines thrive in the high altitude, dry climate, and rich loess soil — conditions that produce fruit with an intensity you won't find anywhere else.

Every bottle we pour carries the patience of three seasons — the dormant winter, the careful spring pruning, and the long summer ripening under a Nebraska sun. We don't rush the process. We let the land speak, and we listen.

100%

Nebraska Grown

12+

Varietals

4

Decades of Craft

Our Collection

Wines That Speak
of This Place

Each varietal is a reflection of our terroir — bold, honest, and unmistakably Nebraskan.

17 Ranch Merlot — dark, structured wine

Red · Full-Bodied

17 Ranch Merlot

Rich dark fruit, velvety tannins, and a finish that lingers like a Nebraska sunset. Our flagship red.

Pairs with lamb, aged cheese, grilled steak
17 Ranch Chardonnay — crisp, elegant wine

White · Crisp

17 Ranch Chardonnay

Bright citrus and green apple with a subtle oak whisper. Clean, refreshing, and perfect for the porch.

Pairs with chicken, shellfish, cream sauces
17 Ranch Rosé — pale, delicate wine

Rosé · Dry

17 Ranch Rosé

Pale salmon hue, strawberry and watermelon notes, with a crisp acid line. Summer in a glass.

Pairs with salads, light pasta, charcuterie
17 Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon — bold, powerful wine

Red · Bold

Cabernet Sauvignon

Powerful black currant and cedar, with firm structure and a long, warming finish. Built for cellaring.

Pairs with red meat, aged cheeses, dark chocolate
17 Ranch Riesling — aromatic, off-dry wine

White · Off-Dry

Riesling

Honeysuckle and peach on the nose, with a gentle sweetness that balances a sharp, clean finish.

Pairs with spicy food, pork, Asian cuisine
17 Ranch Concord — sweet, native grape wine

Red · Sweet

Concord

A nod to the native grapes of the plains. Juicy, fruity, and approachable — a crowd-pleaser from start to finish.

Pairs with cheese boards, fruit, desserts
Visit Us

Your Table
Is Waiting

We welcome you to our tasting room on Main Street in Lewellen. Whether you're passing through the Panhandle or making a day of it, there's a seat for you here.

Tasting Room Hours

Thursday – Friday 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Monday – Wednesday Closed

17 Ranch Winery

304 Main St

Lewellen, Nebraska 69147-3061

Gatherings

Moments to
Remember

From private tastings to vineyard celebrations, we host occasions that matter.

Wine tasting event at 17 Ranch Winery

Signature Experience

Wine Tasting Flights

Guided tastings through our current releases, with notes on varietal, terroir, and the story behind each bottle.

Vineyard event at sunset

Private Events

Vineyard Celebrations

Rehearsal dinners, anniversaries, corporate gatherings — host your next event surrounded by our vines.

Harvest festival at 17 Ranch Winery

Seasonal

Harvest Festival

Each autumn we open the vines for our annual harvest celebration — live music, fresh food, and the first press of the season.

The best wines aren't made in a lab — they're made by the weather, the patience, and the hands that tend the vines. At 17 Ranch, every bottle is a conversation with the land.

17 Ranch Winery

Get in Touch

We'd Love to
Hear From You

Whether you have a question about our wines, want to plan a visit, or are interested in hosting an event — reach out and we'll get back to you.

Address

304 Main St, Lewellen, NE 69147-3061

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