Battle Family Vineyard resides behind Chalk Hill in Alexander Valley. Resting at an elevation of 400-500 feet above sea level, the area experiences slightly cooler temperatures, which leads to longer hang time and flavor development. Soil in the vineyard is composed of a well-drained gravelly loam, typical of the hillside vineyards in the area. Due to the vineyard’s higher elevation, it escapes the cooling effects of fog that regularly blankets lower lying areas near the river.

The last couple of vintages have seen a return to classic seasonal patterns, where a cold rainy winter prepares the vines for warm temperatures later. In 2018, precipitation carried on into spring, extending the growing period several weeks past the preceding year. There were also fewer heat spikes this season, allowing the fruit to ripen at a nice steady pace, and providing slightly larger yields of very well-balanced fruit.