January Winery Spotlight
Tasting Event
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Join us for a Winery Spotlight tasting event, featuring Charles Krug Winery of Napa Valley, California.
Founded in 1861 by Charles Krug, it is the oldest winery in Napa Valley. In 1943, the winery was purchased by Cesare and Rosa Mondavi and ran by their sons Peter and Robert. Four generations later, the Mondavi family continues their legacy that started more than 70 years ago. Please join us as we Taste, Learn and Enjoy® these historic and delicious wines from Charles Krug winery.
ABOUT CHARLES KRUG WINERY and MONDAVI FAMILY
Charles Krug
The winery was founded in 1861 by a then 36-year-old Charles Krug. Just nine years after coming to America, he built what would become the cornerstone of Napa Valley. Charles Krug introduced the cider press for winemaking, the first of which is still on display at the winery. He carefully selected rootstocks, varietals, vine spacing and vineyard sites — a novel concept in late 19th century America.
In 1943, Cesare and Rosa Mondavi purchased the Charles Krug Winery for their sons Peter and Robert to run. They undertook an extensive program to develop quality vineyards, enhance winemaking techniques and increase marketing efforts.
In 1963, Peter Mondavi, Sr. introduced French oak barrels to age wines, citing their superior quality to the American oak popular at that time. He also introduced the use of glass-lined tanks to gain more control over the winemaking process. The winery was among the first California producers to label wines by varietal. In February 2016, Peter Mondavi Sr. passed away at the age of 101. His sons Marc and Peter Jr. continue his legacy by leading the way at Charles Krug Winery.
Mondavi Family
Today, Charles Krug Winery is under the direction of brothers Marc and Peter Mondavi, Jr., who steward the family business passed to them by their father, legendary Napa Valley wine icon Peter Mondavi, Sr. The family is now proudly welcoming members of the fourth generation to the business, continuing a legacy started more than 70 years ago, and setting a foundation for generations to come.
CHARLES KRUG
Winery Spotlight Tasting
Napa Valley, California
- Charles Krug Sauvignon Blanc
- Charles Krug Chardonnay
- Charles Krug Carneros Pinot Noir
- Charles Krug Napa Valley Merlot
- Charles Krug Cabernet Sauvignon
- Charles Krug Generations
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