I n 1994, a retired couple, Russ and Margaret Lyon, purchased 26+ acres of hay meadow on the northeast edge of Jacksonville, Oregon and began Daisy Creek Farm. The acreage is divided by a meandering creek(Daisy Creek) which was used in the 1800’s by gold miners to slurry mine and helped produce a property rich in nutrients from its rocky, gravely, sandy loam soils.  The Lyons built a house and barn and for two years grew and baled hay until a local winemaker, who knew the history of the property, convinced them to start growing grapes which then led them on a 24+ year blood, sweat and tears venture that has slowly grown into Daisy Creek Vineyard.

Today, the boutique vineyard features 7 acres of grape vines producing 8 different varietals, primarily of the Rhone variety.  The property now includes an expansive outdoor patio area and a new tasetfully done indoor tasting room with great views of the vineyard and the eastern hills providing wine enthusiasts a very comfortable and pleasing wine tasting experience throughout the year.

In 2021, Russ was joined at Daisy Creek Vineyard by his daughter Jennifer Powers and her husband Gary to assist him in advancing and carrying on the traditions Russ has developed over the years, that of producing consistently delicious wines and providing a family friendly and enjoyable atmosphere for all who visit.  CHEERS!

C omparable in latitude to the Rhone Valley of Southeastern France, Daisy Creek Vineyard sits at 1350 ASL and exhibits an average number of days with temperatures in the vineyard that fall within the optimal growing temperatures for grapes. These factors correlate with the Rhone Valley, in particular, the Northern Rhone and the famous Côte Rotie or “Roasted Slope” of that region which has for centuries cultivated Syrah and Viognier grapes.  Some of the best red and white wines in the world come from these grapes. Given these similarities, Daisy Creek chose these varieties as focal plantings and opting to produce smaller lots with the focus on quality and a good variety of wines for wine enthusiasts to savor and enjoy!  Cheers!