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Founded: 1998 by Paolo Paoloni
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Winery Location: The winery and its vineyards are located in Valle de Guadalupe - mid valley, high on a southern facing slope.
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Region and grape source: All grapes are sourced from the estate vineyards located in Valle de Guadalupe 8 miles from the Pacific.
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Annual production: 10,000 cases
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Number of wines made: 10
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Vineyard location, elevation and grape varieties:
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Valle de Guadalupe - 1,100 ft - estate vines - (Sangiovese, Montepulciano, Nebbiolo, Brunello, Aglianico, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah)
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Winemaker: Paolo Paoloni (Italian born, now a Mexican citizen, lives in Valle de Guadalupe)
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Other notes:
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While he markets under the name of "Paoloni" for export, his estate in Valle de Guadalupe is marketed under the name "Villa Montefiori".
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All of the plants in his vineyards were directly imported by Paolo from Italy.
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