Winery guide / Johnson City
Lost Draw Vineyards
Grower-led winery on 9 vineyard acres, focused on High Plains and Hill Country fruit in a courtyard setting.
About the winery
Founded by High Plains grower Andy Timmons, his nephew Andrew Sides and Andrew's father-in-law Troy Ottmers, with a first vintage in 2012 and a tasting room opening in 2014. The original Lost Draw Vineyard grew from 5 to 50+ acres; the Johnson City tasting room has 9 acres of vines.
Johnson City tasting room sits on the vineyard with views and weekend live music; The Draw in Fredericksburg has a courtyard one block off Main Street.
Best for: Texas High Plains fans; easy downtown stop
Known for
100% Texas-grown wines, mainly from its own Texas High Plains vineyards, plus wines from other Texas AVAs.
Experiences
Weekday Experience ($30, five wines); private Weekend Experience ($40, hourly); glass and bottle service; Custom Blending Experience with your own label; private events.
Plan your visit
Visiting info
- Hours
- Johnson City (1686 US-290): Mon-Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sun 10am-6pm. The Draw, Fredericksburg (206 S Lincoln St): Wed-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-5pm.
- Address
- 1686 US-290, Johnson City, TX 78636; The Draw: 206 S Lincoln St, Fredericksburg
- Tastings
- Weekday $30; Weekend $40 (Johnson City)
- Reservations
- Book online; members log in to reserve
- Groups
- Members may bring up to 10 total; custom blending for up to 12; groups of 11+ email reservations@lostdraw.com.
- Kids
- Not allowed in the Weekend Experience; other policies not stated.
- Dogs
- Not allowed in the Weekend Experience; other policies not stated.
- Accessibility
- Call 830-992-3251 for assistance and accommodations
- Phone
- (830) 992-3251
Fast facts
Good to know
- Founded
- 2012 (first vintage; tasting room opened 2014)
- People
- Founders Andrew Sides (co-founder, COO & winegrower), Andy Timmons and Troy Ottmers
- Vineyard
- 7-acre vineyard at Johnson City (planted 2020); High Plains vineyards grown from 5 to over 50 acres
- Grapes & wines
- Sangiovese, Cinsault, Pinot Meunier, Petite Sirah, Roussanne, Tannat
- Events
- Live music Saturdays and Sundays in the courtyard; Custom Blending Experience; private dinners, corporate and family events (no weddings)
Wine club
Lost Draw Vineyards wine club
- Club
- Lost Draw Foundation: Select, Reserve, Estate Clubs
- Shipments
- 5x/year (Feb, Apr, Jun, Sep, Nov)
- Bottles
- 4, 6 or 12
- Perks
- Tiered wine discount (page lists 15/20/25% and 10/15/20% in different sections); 10 shareable tastings/month; member tastings up to 10 people; event tickets (crawfish boil, paella party, dinners); Estate: private barrel tasting for 6, Founder's Dinner
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.
Lost Draw Vineyards FAQ
Are kids allowed at Lost Draw Vineyards?
Not allowed in the Weekend Experience; other policies not stated.
Is Lost Draw Vineyards dog friendly?
Not allowed in the Weekend Experience; other policies not stated.
What are Lost Draw Vineyards's hours?
Johnson City (1686 US-290): Mon-Thu 12-5pm, Fri-Sun 10am-6pm. The Draw, Fredericksburg (206 S Lincoln St): Wed-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-5pm.
Do I need a reservation?
Book online; members log in to reserve
How much is a tasting?
Weekday $30; Weekend $40 (Johnson City)
Where and when can I taste Lost Draw?
Johnson City (1686 US-290) Mon-Thu 12-5pm and Fri-Sun 10am-6pm; The Draw in Fredericksburg (206 S Lincoln St) Wed-Sat 12-7pm, Sun 12-5pm.
Can large groups visit?
Groups of 11 or more should email reservations@lostdraw.com for offerings and availability.
Can Absolute Charm take me to Lost Draw Vineyards?
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 Lost Draw Vineyards's own website. Hours, prices and policies change, so please confirm directly with the winery.
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