BL Winemaking

Bastien Lucas

Born and raised in France, Bastien’s passion for wine started at the young age of 14 during a summer job at Château Lynch-Bages, helping the winery prepare for harvest.

He returned to Lynch-Bages in 2008 to work an entire harvest. This is where Bastien was first acquainted with the in-depth and meticulous complexity of luxury winemaking and where he developed his passion.

Upon earning a Master of Science in Enology from the University of Bordeaux’s Institute of Vine and Wine Science (ISVV) in France, he was fortunate enough to secure internships and work harvests at both Monteverro in Tuscany and Alpha Omega in Napa under the Winemaker Jean Hoefliger and consultant Winemaker Michel Rolland's tutelage. Returning to Alpha Omega in 2015, Bastien became Assistant Winemaker in 2017, where he grew and honed his winemaking skills. In 2020, Bastien joined Maxville Winery as a Winemaker.

During his career, Bastien had the great fortune to manage the winemaking of several iconic brands in Napa and Sonoma Valley, such as The Debate, AXR, V. Vineyards, Clark-Claudon, Denali Estate, Harbison Estate Wines, Michel Rolland Napa Valley, SVV, Narsai David Estates and more. With his versatile background, extensive knowledge, and passion, Bastien is uniquely positioned to drive Marciano Estate to achieve the finest quality wine possible.

Viticulture

Great Wines Start with Great Fruit

Exceptional wines begin in the vineyard. We assist in sourcing premium grapes or collaborating with your vineyard management team to optimize quality. From fine-tuning farming practices to calling the perfect harvest dates, we ensure your fruit reaches the winery at its best.

Winemaking

Crafting Wines with Precision

Harvest is here—now it’s time to shape the vintage! We provide tailored guidance on lot division, extraction methods, and fermentation protocols designed to match your fruit, the vintage conditions, and your ultimate winemaking goals.

Aging

Elevating Wines Through Time

After the intensity of fermentation, aging brings depth and character. We help craft an oak program and aging timeline that enhances your wine’s expression, adding complexity, balance, and refinement.

Blending

The Art of Precision

Perfection is in the details—sometimes, half a percent makes all the difference. With an experienced palate and strategic approach, we assist in blending and fine-tuning your lots to achieve the best possible balance and expression.

Bottling Prep

Setting the Stage for Longevity

The final blend is complete—now it’s time for bottling! We ensure your wines are stable, polished, and prepared for a seamless bottling process, setting them up for optimum aging and longevity in the bottle.