Lucas Vineyards

Finger Lakes


In business since 1974, this is one of the region's pioneer wineries, run by three generations of the Lucas family. It can easily be visited from Ithaca, 19 miles southeast.

Check online for events held at the vineyard including Thursday evening concerts between mid-June and mid-August.


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