Appellation: Chalone, Monterey County, California Vineyard established: 1981 Vineyard elevation: 1500 ft Soil composition: decomposed granite-clay loam, varied limestone and other mineral deposits Varietals Planted: Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Marsanne, Syrah Average rainfall: 12-15 inches Winery founded: 1997 Cases Produced: 3200 Wines released: Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Syrah Vineyard sources: 100% estate Wanda’s pet peeve: disrespectful coyotes