California’s Sierra Foothills AVA Remains a Land of Opportunity for Winemakers | Eater SF

"Run as a family operation by Tom Jones, his wife Beth, and their son Spencer, the winery reflects a generational commitment to winemaking — Tom started in El Dorado County in 1983 and Spencer earned a master of science in enology and viticulture from UC Davis, making them one of the region's few father‑son duos with that shared educational pedigree. At Iron Hub the Joneses have long farmed barbera, a grape the foothills favor, and they’re outspoken about preserving homes and heritage amid rising development pressure: Beth and neighbors worry about parcelization and massive wine operations moving in, and the family is intent on keeping quiet nights, dark skies, and old olive trees intact." - Paolo Bicchieri