Our Team

George & Meredith Eaton, Owners-Vineyard Managers & Winemakers

George & Meredith Eaton

George & Meredith Eaton can be contacted at meredith@firelightvineyards.com.

Macy Eaton, WSET Level 1 Certification, Specialist of Texas Wine, Wine Concierge, Special Event Planner & Wine Club Manager*

Macy’s journey into the world of wine began in 2008, though she didn’t know it at the time. At just five years old, she and her sister Katie could often be found “helping” the family by splashing around in B-Brite water to clean old wine bottles. Over the years, her eager and energetic spirit became a familiar presence in the vineyard, cellar, and at special events.

When Firelight Vineyards opened its tasting room in 2015, Macy was a fixture by the register, excited to ring up non-alcohol sales for supportive friends and family who would go out of their way to buy chocolate bars or t-shirts just for her. At age 14, Macy officially joined the team—after writing a resume, completing a formal application, and sitting for a real interview (conducted by her mom).

“In the early years of our business, Macy would read the labor law posters on the office wall when she was bored. She knew she could legally start working at 14, and she couldn’t wait!”

Since then, Macy has earned her WSET Level 1 certification and, most recently, the Specialist of Texas Wine Certification in 2025. Today, she plays a key role in managing the tasting room, training new team members, coordinating special events, and overseeing Firelight’s growing Wine Club.

Beyond her responsibilities at Firelight, Macy is actively involved in the Texas wine industry. She volunteers with the Texas Wine & Grape Growers Association (TWGGA), contributing at their annual conference and trade show, and regularly attends professional development classes through the North Texas Winery Association.

While she deeply values the family business, Macy’s passion for the wine industry runs even deeper. She aspires to become a certified sommelier and plans to pursue formal education in viticulture and enology.

Macy Eaton can be contacted at macy@firelightvineyards.com.

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Katie Eaton, Wine Concierge, Culinary Assistant, Wine Festival & Hospitality Associate

Katie’s involvement in the family business began early—at just three years old, she could barely see over the top of a picking bucket during harvest. By the age of seven, she and her sister Macy helped plant the very first vine in Block One of the family estate vineyard.

In 2017, following in her sister’s footsteps, Katie formally joined Firelight Vineyards by submitting a resume, completing an application, and interviewing for her first official role. She started as a culinary assistant in the bistro kitchen, where her creativity quickly shone through. Several of her original gourmet creations still remain on the menu today.

Katie’s interest in wine began early as well. As a child, she practiced the pronunciation of complex grape varietals, famously winning a family contest by correctly saying Gewürztraminer (guh-VERTZ-trah-mee-ner) at just five years old.

As of 2025, Katie continues to support vineyard operations and serves as a Wine Concierge, representing Firelight Vineyards at festivals throughout the DFW area on select weekends. In addition to her work in the wine industry, Katie is a full-time student at the University of Oklahoma, where she is pursuing a degree in Music Education.

While music remains her greatest passion, Katie also has a strong love for plants and biology—an interest likely inspired by her upbringing among the vines.

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