Marine influences shape the climate of Alexander Valley, resulting in warm days and cool nights. Soil diversity creates unique growing conditions in Alexander Valley with red volcanic soils on the eastern hillsides, alluvial gravel fans on the valley floor, and steep slopes of rocky clay loam on the west part of the valley.

The 2017 growing season began with a good deal of precipitation, but after a mild spring temperatures increased and remained quite warm throughout summer and fall. The vintage delivered smaller than average clusters, leading to excellent concentration and fruit quality. This season’s grapes offer firm tannins with power and density in the glass.