Welcome to our Journal
This is where we share the work behind the bottle: the vineyard seasons, the meals that bring people to the table, and the family stories that shape Lopez Family Vineyards. From Alexander Valley harvest notes to recipes built for our wines, each entry offers a closer look at what we grow, make, and carry forward.
The TallMikeWine Podcast: Wine, Life & a Conversation with Freddy López
Two wines, a microphone, and plenty to talk about. Join Freddy López and Mike Stone on The TallMikeWine Podcast for wine, life, family, and a career in beauty—with 2025 Rosé of Cabernet Franc and 2024 Chenin Blanc in the glass.
Coming Home: Our Family’s Story in Patch
A personal note on coming home, working alongside my dad, and sharing our family’s story in Patch.
Harvest 2024: A year of Bold Flavors and Ripeness in Alexander Valley
Harvest 2024 is underway in Alexander Valley, where a mild winter, cool spring, and warm summer have led to perfectly ripened grapes. With ideal weather patterns and the region's signature warm days and cool nights, this year's vintage promises bold flavors and balanced acidity, particularly in reds like Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Discover how the season is shaping our wines!
Winemaker Dinner @ The Beet Wine Lounge
Past event: June 25, 2024. The Beet Wine Lounge dinner featured a four-course menu inspired by Latin flavors, paired with López Family Vineyards wines.
Co-Fermented: Our First Wine Pouring
Introducing our inaugural Rosé wine from the lush vineyards of our estate in Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, CA. This elegant Rosé, crafted with grapes meticulously selected for their low sugar content, embodies the unique characteristics of our terroir. Discover the crisp acidity, tart fruit notes, and the beautiful pink hue of our wine that speaks to the art and passion of winemaking.
INTRODUCING: 2022 Rosé of Cabernet Franc
Introducing our inaugural Rosé wine from the lush vineyards of our estate in Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, CA. This elegant Rosé, crafted with grapes meticulously selected for their low sugar content, embodies the unique characteristics of our terroir. Discover the crisp acidity, tart fruit notes, and the beautiful pink hue of our wine that speaks to the art and passion of winemaking.
Autumn's Artistry: The Vineyard embraces Senescence.
Senescence is the natural process of aging and deterioration in plants, including grapevines in a vineyard. This phase marks the end of the growing season. It involves a series of physiological and biochemical changes that lead to a decline in plant functions, eventually resulting in leaf fall and dormancy.
Budding Bliss: A Vineyard's Springtime Soirée
Vineyard's Dawn: Tender buds emerge, signaling the vibrant beginning of a fruitful journey.
