Chatten head winemaker at Geyser Peak

Ascentia Wine Estates has promoted Ondine Chattan to the head winemaking position at Geyser Peak Winery in Sonoma County’s Alexander Valley.

Chattan’s 15 years of winemaking experience include 10 at Geyser Peak and as winemaker for XYZin, which is also produced at the Geyser Peak winemaking facility. She had previously honed her skills with premier Zinfandel producers Ridge and Cline Cellars.  

Chatten holds an undergraduate degree from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and a master’s degree in enology from Fresno State University.

1 May 2010 - Felicity Murray