Alesia is a label owned and operated by Rhys Vineyards of Santa Cruz. Alesia and Rhys are owned by Kevin Harvey. Alesia wines are made from grapes purchased in the Sonoma Coast and in the Santa Lucia Highlands. Like Rhys estate wines, Alesia wines are primarly Pinot Noir. Syrah is also made under both labels.
Chiles Valley District AVA lies within the Napa Valley AVA. Chiles Valley includes 6,000 square acres total, with 1,000 square acres of vineyards. Thanks to its location in the Vaca Mountains on the northeastern edge of Napa Valley, Chiles Valley, at 600 to 1,200 feet above sea level, has a cooler climate that the Napa Valley floor. Along with its relatively high altitude, Chiles Valley’s location as the most eastern of Napa Valley’s sub appellations means that Chiles has more of a continental weather pattern than a maritime pattern. Days can be hot and night much cooler. The AVA earned official designation in 1999 and its vineyards are primarily planted to Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon and Zinfandel. Chiles Valley was named for Joseph Ballinger Chiles, who received a land grant for much of the area in 1841.
This grape is grown in milder climates and produces a medium-to full-bodied wine. It is also known as Shiraz, but should not be confused with Petit Sirah, which was developed by crossing Syrah with Peloursin.
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