17 Ranch Winery

Historic family-run winery with community events and scenic views

Best known for: Award-winning Nebraska wines

17 Ranch Winery, located in Lewellen, Nebraska, is celebrated for its award-winning wines that capture the essence of the Sandhills region.

As the only winery in town, it offers a unique experience for visitors, featuring wines crafted from locally grown grapes.

The winery is a family-run establishment, managed by Bruce and Ellen Burdick, who have transformed their agricultural expertise into a thriving vineyard.

In addition to wine tastings, the winery hosts community-focused events such as music nights and the Annual Bluewater Blues Festival.

With a commitment to quality and local flavor, 17 Ranch Winery is a beloved destination for wine enthusiasts.

Tasting Hours

1-6 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday or by appointment anytime. Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, and other holidays.

Winery reviews for 17 Ranch Winery

Ellen Burdick is a no-fuss, no-muss sort of lady. Straight forward, yet kind and gentle in her mannerisms, Ellen opened the 17 Ranch tasting room for us on a day it is not normally scheduled to be open and reminded us of our grandmothers as she smiled and ushered us inside. When we arrived, she...

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