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Challen produces Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Santa Maria Valley, a cool-climate pocket of California's Central Coast known for elegant, mineral-driven wines. The winery sources fruit from distinguished vineyard sites: Peake Ranch Vineyard's Calera Clone Pinot Noir expresses the region's signature structure and depth, while the Talley Rincon Vineyards Chardonnay captures the valley's bright acidity and complexity. A second Pinot Noir from Zotovich Vineyard rounds out the portfolio, demonstrating the winery's focus on single-vineyard expressions. Wine Enthusiast and Wine Advocate have rated these releases, reflecting their technical precision and regional authenticity.
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