La Lucha Sparkling Chardonnay, Lodi, California NV
Founded by Gabriela Fernandez and Cinthya Cisneros, La Lucha is a sparkling wine rooted in cultura, comunidad, and collaboration. What began as a friendship between two Latina leaders—Gabriela, a wine and spirits professional and host of The Big Sip podcast, and Cinthya, the restaurateur behind La Cheve Bakery & Brews—evolved into a shared mission to create space, representation, and celebration within the wine world. Every bottle is both an homage and a call to action: a toast to those who came before, those fighting beside us, and those still dreaming ahead.
- WINEMAKERS / FOUNDERS: Gabriela Fernandez & Cinthya Cisneros
- FARMING: Sustainably farmed Chardonnay grapes sourced from Lodi AVA vineyards.
- VARIETY: 100% Chardonnay
- TERROIR: Grown in the Mediterranean climate of the Lodi AVA, where warm days and cool Delta breezes help preserve freshness and balance in the fruit.
- VINIFICATION: Crafted in the Charmat method, with secondary fermentation occurring in pressurized tanks to maintain bright fruit and fine bubbles. The focus is on preserving varietal purity and freshness while developing a creamy texture.
- AGING: Brief lees aging enhances texture and complexity before bottling under pressure for a lively, fruit-forward profile.
- TASTING NOTES: Aromas of pan dulce, vanilla, and flan lead into flavors of sweet lime (limas), crisp green apple, and a touch of creamy vanilla. The palate is bright, refreshing, and balanced with soft bubbles and a subtly creamy finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with tacos al pastor, ceviche, elote, or Sunday brunch. Ideal for mimosas or simply enjoyed chilled on its own.
La Lucha Sparkling Chardonnay, Lodi, California NV
Founded by Gabriela Fernandez and Cinthya Cisneros, La Lucha is a sparkling wine rooted in cultura, comunidad, and collaboration. What began as a friendship between two Latina leaders—Gabriela, a wine and spirits professional and host of The Big Sip podcast, and Cinthya, the restaurateur behind La Cheve Bakery & Brews—evolved into a shared mission to create space, representation, and celebration within the wine world. Every bottle is both an homage and a call to action: a toast to those who came before, those fighting beside us, and those still dreaming ahead.
- WINEMAKERS / FOUNDERS: Gabriela Fernandez & Cinthya Cisneros
- FARMING: Sustainably farmed Chardonnay grapes sourced from Lodi AVA vineyards.
- VARIETY: 100% Chardonnay
- TERROIR: Grown in the Mediterranean climate of the Lodi AVA, where warm days and cool Delta breezes help preserve freshness and balance in the fruit.
- VINIFICATION: Crafted in the Charmat method, with secondary fermentation occurring in pressurized tanks to maintain bright fruit and fine bubbles. The focus is on preserving varietal purity and freshness while developing a creamy texture.
- AGING: Brief lees aging enhances texture and complexity before bottling under pressure for a lively, fruit-forward profile.
- TASTING NOTES: Aromas of pan dulce, vanilla, and flan lead into flavors of sweet lime (limas), crisp green apple, and a touch of creamy vanilla. The palate is bright, refreshing, and balanced with soft bubbles and a subtly creamy finish.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Perfect with tacos al pastor, ceviche, elote, or Sunday brunch. Ideal for mimosas or simply enjoyed chilled on its own.