Those of us that are fortunate enough to live in the Central Valley know that we have one of the best agricultural landscapes in the nation with fresh fruit and vegetables available year-round. One of the other amazing things about living here is the accessibility to so many lovely wineries and tasting rooms. For Derick and Megan Webb, owners of Lumberyard Cellars in Escalon, inclusivity and meaningful experiences are an integral part of their business.

Derick studied Enology at CSU Fresno and worked for some of the larger wineries in the Valley including Bronco Wine Company before deciding to take the leap and open up the Lumberyard Cellars Tasting Room in 2021. “Going to tasting rooms can be intimidating so we wanted to ensure that our tasting room is inviting and comfortable for everyone that stops by,” said Derick. Megan, who has a degree in Agricultural Business and an MBA, manages the business and financial side of things while also caring for their two young sons.

From a light, crisp Sauvignon Blanc to a flavorful Barbera, there is something for every wine lover on their menu. Derick worked closely with the Franzia Family when completing an internship at Bronco Wine Company a decade ago and he continues to work with them to this day to make the wine and create custom blends for Lumberyard Cellars. Though the grapes for many of the wines come from various counties in California including: Amador County, Lake County and Madera County, Webb works with the Franzias at their Clark Ferrea Winery which is located on the historic grounds of the Zinc House Farm, to produce the various varietals and blends. Zinc House Farm sits just a few short miles from Lumberyard Cellars and offers a robust menu of wines within their tasting room as well as fresh fruit and veggies straight from the farm.

Sangria is one of the most popular drinks that Lumberyard Cellars offers with its fruity and refreshing taste. Apples, oranges and pears sourced from Zinc House Farm complement the wine as they blend together to create a deliciously cool beverage. In addition to wine, they also offer non-alcoholic beverages with fresh fruit and sparkling water and new takes on old favorites like the Espresso Portini which is made with Port Wine instead of Vodka.

The Webbs know that nothing goes better with wine than some delicious pairings such as their new Pesto Mozzarella Flatbread. In addition to their new flatbread, they also offer tasty bites such as: baked brie and charcuterie boards. On certain days food trucks pop out to the tasting room to share their culinary delights with patrons.

Many of their patrons are regulars like Colin and Amanda Briggs, who live down the street from the tasting room and pop in often. “Having this here has changed my life,” noted Amanda as she relayed how nice it is to have a relaxing spot where friends can gather to enjoy some excellent wine and engaging conversation. “We want to bring people together and we’ve seen it happen. We have some people that met through our Wine Club and they became friends through the club and we love that,” said Megan when discussing the many events that they host throughout the year including baby showers and micro weddings.

Megan, an Escalon native, appreciates small towns and tight knit communities and noted how helpful and generous everyone has been since opening the tasting room. “We have made so many new friends in the community and we are so grateful for that. We also like to help other businesses by hosting things like the Spring Market because we have a heart for small businesses,” said Megan when noting that they host more than one market every year.

From Wine Club Events to Spring and Fall Markets and Car Shows, Lumberyard Cellars hosts many events throughout the year to share their love of winemaking and especially, their love for the local communities. Lumberyard Cellars will be celebrating its fifth year in business this Summer and they are planning a special celebration to commemorate this milestone.

If you’re looking for delicious wines and tasty bites, stop by Lumberyard Cellars to enjoy their curated selection of wines, food and great conversation.

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