Ayla: In Tune with Nature

Ayla is a name from the Old Testament. The prefix “Ay” translates to “moon,” while the suffix “la” represents “presence with or in tune with.” Growing grapes, “in tune with the cosmos,” means scheduling farming practices around the lunar cycle. Theoretically, crops are more successfully fertilized, pruned, or harvested during particular phases of the lunar cycle. The same goes for different processes of winemaking. The lunar calendar categorizes days into four groups – flower, fruit, leaf, and root – based on where the moon is in accordance with various constellations. For example, fruit days occur when the moon is in any of the fire signs, like Sagittarius or Aries. Each day is optimal for various plants or procedures. But the most interesting is that the beliefs don’t end in the field. Winemakers and gardeners alike believe the results extend right into your wine glass, thanks to the moon!