Hard work in the fields and the bottling line. Epiphany wines. Sweet-talking your way into a Tuscan castello. Dinner parties you didn’t want to end. What we do, and why.
Why Does Wine Taste Like More Than Grapes? Today we wanted to address a very common question about wine. If wine is made from grapes, how does the cherry, plum, pepper or other flavors get in there? The Role of Fermentation in Flavor Winemaking actually involves organic chemistry. Alcohol is produced…
The 2024 growing season at Lyons Vineyard was nothing short of dramatic, marked by unpredictable weather patterns that tested both the resilience of our vines and our vineyard team. From abundant winter rains to a heat-driven harvest, the year shaped a vintage with intense character and complexity. Here’s a closer look at how the season unfolded and what it means for the wines in your future glass.
While at another wine tasting room the other week, we overheard the associate telling guests what food pairs well with the wines she was pouring. She would say things like, “This is our estate Pinot Noir, and it pairs well with duck and lamb.” We said to ourselves...what if I don't cook…
Skye Lyons is not new to wine production. From a young age, Skye worked summers and holidays alongside his father, Stephen Lyons, in the vineyard and on the bottling line at Sonoma’s Ravenswood Winery. Over summers & holidays during college, he did the hard, repetitive, and sometimes boring…
Visiting small wineries is what really speaks to us. Our most fulfilling experiences at other wineries have come when we could talk to the winemaker or owner and really get to know them and their approach. We hope to do the same for you. We always say we prefer to taste amazing wine in a shack than…
Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre are the classic grape varietals in a GSM blend. Many of our friends wonder why these three are commonly put together in winemaking, so we thought we’d share a little bit about all three and how they compliment each other. Each grape varietal brings something…
Even though Skye grew up in the wine business, coming back to it is still an adjustment. In winery and vineyard enterprises, things happen slowly. There’s no such thing as a short timeline. Coming from our day jobs in the breakneck technology and entertainment world, it’s occasionally challenging…
The Wine & Spirits Education Trust Level 4 Diploma is the culmination of years of study of fine wine. It’s intensely rigorous, requiring at least 500 hours of study time around the areas of The Wine Business, Wine Production, Wines of the World, and more. It requires an independent research…
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we're gearing up for our favorite holiday! It's that beautiful time filled with family, friends, delicious food, and of course, great wine. Wishing you a fantastic Thanksgiving filled with warmth and joy! Speaking of wine, allow us to recommend something special…
How did my wine get into this bottle you ask? Now that we're in the thick of harvest season, we wanted to take the opportunity to walk through the process of harvest & winemaking - and explain why it takes so darn long to release a wine. But we promise, its worth the wait. Grape Harvest: Winemaking…
Hi Friends, As the sunny California days of summer continue, our vineyard is abuzz with the anticipation of harvest. Everything is progressing nicely in the vineyard, albeit a bit behind normal due to the cool spring. The stage known as veraison has just arrived, marking a significant milestone in the…
In this month’s blog, we thought we’d clear up some confusing terms that are often thrown around in the wine industry. Have you ever gone to a wine tasting and heard people talking about dry, sweet, tannic, acidic and flabby wines, but had no idea what they meant? You're not alone. Many…
Stop worrying about what others think! This simple guide teaches you how to tell if a wine is "good" by focusing on what you like. Learn to identify key elements like balance, completeness, and texture to find your new favorite bottle.
This month, let's hit on a common wine dilemma: how do I pick a wine to bring to a friend's dinner, or worse, dinner at the boss's? Whether you want to make a positive impression with your wine knowledge or just don't want to feel embarrassed in front of your friends, having the right direction can…
We wanted to take a moment to share with you the story of Lyons Vineyard and how it has come to be. Our love for wine has always been there, but life and our careers took us in different directions. However, we never gave up on our dream to eventually fulfill that passion. Rewind to our early adult-hood:…
Spring is just around the corner – although we’ve been enjoying historical boatloads of rain here in California! Our total for the last 4.5 months has been over 30 inches! Historical average for our area is 13-15 inches in a whole year. Even though the ground is a bit soggy, this water is…
Many of us hit the new year and want to reset our lifestyle to healthier food, clean living and active exercise. We are the same! Yet I know for many of us, we slowly fade into old habits or wonder if we can still drink wine as a part of our health-focus. Wine can absolutely be a part of that mix! Researchers…