Dear PEJU Friends and Family,
Spring has arrived in Rutherford, filling the air with anticipation for the dawn of vintage 2024. As nature awakens, both canine companions and humans alike revel in the changing seasons. Our winemaker, Sara, and her team have been hard at work in the cellar, meticulously crafting wines in preparation for bottling, starting with the exquisite 2023 Sauvignon Blanc, which tastes absolutely fabulous!
In response to your valuable feedback to our recent survey of club members, we are pleased to announce the introduction of flat-rate shipping for your quarterly wine club deliveries. With immediate effect, you’ll enjoy new savings with this shipment! For our members in California, shipping is now a flat rate of $15, while those residing in all other states will benefit from a flat rate of $20 for both 4 and 8 bottle shipments.
And here’s something fresh for PEJU enthusiasts: get ready for our Inaugural Wine Club Pizza Challenge, scheduled for Saturday, June 22nd in Rutherford. Stay tuned for more details of this interactive cooking experience! Plus, we’ve adjusted the spring pickup to Saturday, May 18th at PEJU Calmére Estate.
As temperatures rise, we’ll be opening our patio for outdoor seating, inviting you to enjoy our wines in the sunshine amidst our captivating artwork and gardens. We highly recommend making reservations to ensure we can provide you with the ultimate tasting experience. Come join us and embrace the joys of spring at PEJU!
Many thanks for your continued support
Ariana, HB, Lisa
Ariana, HB, Lisa
STEAK FRITES
Garlic Parmesan fries & bearnaise butter sauce
Savor the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of tender New York strip steak, accompanied by the crispy perfection of Garlic Parmesan fries, all complemented by the velvety richness of Bearnaise butter. To elevate the experience further, indulge in the marriage of flavors with our newly release 2021 Fifty/Fifty, an iconic Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Each sip and bite is a delight for the senses.
Enjoy Your Club Benefits
FUN WITH FLAVORS EVENT
April 21, 2024 | 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Embark on a tantalizing journey of taste with Chef Nic and our culinary team at our Fun with Flavors Cellar Tasting. Explore the captivating interplay between food and wine as we unveil the secrets of flavor pairing. Indulge in hands-on activities crafting homemade mozzarella, savoring vegetable spring rolls, and relishing wild mushroom arancini—all meticulously designed to elevate your tasting experience. Join us for an evening of culinary delight, where every sip and bite promises to be an extraordinary adventure for the senses featuring select PEJU favorites along the way.
CLUB EXCLUSIVE WINE & FOOD PAIRING
As you plan your upcoming trip to the enchanting Napa Valley, remember to elevate your experience with our Club Exclusive Wine and Food Pairing!
Indulge in the culinary mastery of our chef paired with select Club Exclusive wines, every Saturday morning. Valued at $140, but exclusively available to you for just $85, this is a rare chance to savor the pinnacle of gastronomic delight.
SAVE THE DATES
Saturday, May 18 | Summer Pick-Up Event
Saturday, June 22 | Inaugural Wine Club Pizza Challenge
Saturday, July 27 | Summer Grill & Chill BBQ
Sunday, September 15 | Harvest Celebration
Saturday, November 16 | Happy Everything Pick-Up Event
Sunday, December 1 | Bistro PEJU Tower Dinner & Tree Lighting
Explore Spring 2024 Selections
Bright acidity and a clean, steely finish make this the ideal aperitif or a partner to seafood dishes such as Chef Nic’s Smoked Salmon Mousse. Lovely floral and stone fruit aromas give way to a citrusy palate with nectarine notes. Delish!
BOTTLE $29 | CASE $307
A delightful red wine blend, enjoy with hearty lasagna, Chef Nic’s Savory Sausage & Pepper Roll or roasted root vegetables. Charming and layered with raspberry, bright plum, and spice, this wine is sure to please the palate.
BOTTLE $42 | CASE $461
92 points, Wine Advocate
This hearty Bordeaux style blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 3% Petite Verdot and 3% Malbec and is an ideal partner to rich meats such as braised short ribs, grilled steak as well as roast root vegetables. Full of blueberry, boysenberry, and dark cocoa nuances and well-integrated tannins that slide across the palate. Enjoy with Chef Nic’s Rib Eye Brochettes with Horseradish Cream.
BOTTLE $77 | CASE $816
92 points, James Suckling
Indulge in the 2021 Making of a Vineyard, a blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon and 48% Merlot. With aromas of blackcurrants and spice, its full body boasts a toasty, sage character, culminating in a juicy finish with an earthy, mineral backbone. Pair with savory dishes like Chef Nic’s Pappardelle alla Bolognese or wild mushroom ragout for a divine dining experience.
BOTTLE $77 | CASE $816 (not available for online purchase)
92 points, James Suckling
Originally from France’s Bordeaux region, Petit Verdot boasts deep violet color and firm tannins. This vintage is a blend of 76% Petit Verdot and 24% Cabernet Sauvignon. Due to the wine’s pronounced structure, it pairs best with heavier foods with plenty of protein and fat such as Stilton cheese, roast rack of lamb, game, and meat stews. Pour yourself a glass and enjoy Chef Nic’s Grilled Lamb Burger with Moroccan Spices.
BOTTLE $77 | CASE $816 (not available for online purchase)
93 points, James Suckling
Bold yet smooth, serve alongside grilled meats, tomato based dishes or Chef Nic’s Moroccan Lamb Stew. Ripe and focused, featuring a tasty mix of blueberry, blackberry and black cherry fruit, with hints of tobacco and warm earth.
BOTTLE $72 | CASE $768
92 points, James Suckling
Full-bodied with dusty tannins and a memorable finish, our 2019 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is a showstopper that can be enjoyed now or cellared for up to 10 more years. A wonderful partner to beef dishes, enjoy with Grilled Ribeye Steak. Yum!
BOTTLE $135 | CASE $1,440
Our Persephone Cabernet Franc tantalizes with a nose of blue and dark berry fruit, while cranberry brightens the palate. Subtle cigar box notes intertwine with savory undertones of dried tea leaves. Lush and textured, it leaves you wanting more. Pair with Chef Nic’s Petite Lamb Rack Chops for a perfect complement to the wines’ fruity and savory complexity.
Only available in 5-bottle collection.
The bold character of this wine makes it the perfect partner to Chef Nic’s Steak Frites. A blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, Fifty/Fifty is elegant and seamless with dark fruit character and firm, fine-grained tannins.
BOTTLE $117 | CASE $1,248 | Not yet released
