Dear PEJU Friends and Family,
Happy New Year! As we bid farewell to a memorable year of celebrating our 40th anniversary, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to each one of you who contributed to the joyous moments shared throughout the year – from delightful tasting events to the warmth of our tasting room.
As we step into 2024, we are thrilled to unveil exciting plans that we can’t wait to share with you. Our dedicated Wine Club team has been working tirelessly to enhance your Club PEJU experience, aiming to make it the premier wine club membership in the Napa Valley. Brace yourselves for a year filled with unforgettable experiences and exceptional wines.
To ensure your wines arrive in perfect condition, we’ve adjusted our quarterly shipping schedule to align more closely with the rhythms of Mother Nature. This change better safeguards your precious wines from extreme temperatures. Here’s the updated schedule:
- Winter 2024: Billing 2/5 | Shipping week of 2/12
- Spring 2024: Billing 4/8 | Shipping week of 4/15
- Summer 2024: Billing 9/9 | Shipping week of 9/16
- Fall 2024: Billing 11/4 | Shipping week of 11/11
Most importantly, we’re thrilled to announce a captivating enhancement to the packaging of our Club PEJU exclusive wines. Starting with the 2021 vintage, these wines will be presented in a taller, reserve bottle, featuring larger photographs captured by HB Peju. The wines include both cherished favorites like ‘The Farm’ and ‘The Beginning,’ as well as new blends such as ‘Building the Tower’ Syrah and ‘Lean In’ Zinfandel. You’ll have the pleasure of receiving these new 2021 wines in your 2024 club shipments. Enjoy!
We extend our deepest thanks for your unwavering support,
Ariana & Lisa Peju
ENHANCED PACKAGING
Get ready to indulge in a visual and sensory treat as we introduce new packaging for our Club PEJU Exclusive wines with the release of our 2021 vintage. As part of this upgrade, you’ll receive each of the newly designed Club Exclusive wines throughout your 2024 club shipments, creating a journey of flavors and stories with every bottle.
Enjoy Your Club Benefits
New Tastings!
Visit us in Rutherford this Winter and experience our members-only wine and food experience! This tasting features five wines paired with delectable culinary delights from the PEJU Kitchen. Together, Chef Nic and Winemaker Sara Fowler created this innovative menu that celebrates the art of wine and food pairing.
Sustainability
Here at our Rutherford estate, we’ve implemented a sustainability initiative by utilizing Babydoll Sheep in our vineyard. These sheep play a crucial role in maintaining the vineyard ecosystem by naturally controlling weeds and grasses, reducing the need for herbicides and mowers. This eco-friendly approach not only promotes sustainable farming practices but also contributes to soil enrichment, as their droppings provide valuable nutrients that enhance the fertility of the vineyard soil, fostering a holistic and sustainable approach to grape cultivation.
Explore Spring 2024 Selections
Bold and expressive, our ‘Building the Tower’ Syrah delights the senses with its deep colors, complex aromas, and a palate that seamlessly combines ripe fruit, spice, and medium tannins. Luscious blackberry and ripe blueberry aromas and flavors are enhanced by subtle hints of smoke, leather and spice. Pour yourself a glass and savor Chef Nic’s Sausage Olive Sandwich.
BOTTLE $81 | CASE $864
Lively with a mix of currant, cherry, and raspberry notes – just perfect with Chef Nic’s Spice Rubbed Grilled Pork Chops, grilled burgers or tri tip. Opens with a beautiful bouquet of dark fruit and warm oak spice. Flavors of blackberry and dark chocolate and hints of earthiness are supported by a well-structured and silky finish.
Make it easy with Chef Nic’s BBQ Rub (insert link to purchase)
91 points Wine Spectator
BOTTLE $63 | CASE $672
Our Napa Merlot is an exquisite wine with ripe black cherry and blueberry aromas, complemented by subtle vanilla and oak notes. Its silky-smooth texture and fruit forward character pair beautifully with Chef Nic’s Mushroom Arancini with Truffle Aioli.
91 points James Suckling
BOTTLE $50 | CASE $528
Round, generous and silky, our Napa Valley Chardonnay offers crushed stone, pear and citrus aromas followed by flavors of lime zest and toffee. Packed with crisp acidity, it’s a delightful partner to Chef Nic’s fabulous Butter Poached Lobster Tail Salad.
BOTTLE $36 | CASE $528
Winemaker Sara Fowler’s yearly barrel experiment is well regarded by her Napa Valley peers. For the 2019 vintage, she chose 22-barrel coopers and 41 different barrel toast styles to age 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Barrel EXP is full-bodied and pairs fabulously with steaks such as filet mignon or Chef Nic’s Rib Eye Brochettes.
91 points Wine Advocate
Ripe berries, violets, and hints of spice create a luxurious, full-bodied red with velvety tannins and a lingering finish. To elevate the experience of our Reserve Cabernet Franc, we recommend pairing it with Chef Nic’s delectable Petite Lamb Rack Chops. The succulent and tender lamb, seasoned to perfection, mirrors the wine’s richness and enhances its intricate flavors.
92 points James Suckling
BOTTLE $135 | CASE $1,440
A Cabernet Sauvignon led blend, our Stained-Glass Proprietary Red Wine offers bright red fruit and aromatic nuances of cedar box and violet. Tart cherries dance on the palate leading to a lingering, velvety finish. Tannins are firm but approachable making this an ideal pairing with Chef Nic’s Pappardelle alla Bolognese.
BOTTLE $90 | CASE $960
Our Stained-Glass Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon entices the senses with an opulent symphony of aromas and flavors that evoke the sun-drenched vineyards of the Calistoga AVA. Aromas of ripe blackberries, dark cherries, and cassis swirl with subtle hints of vanilla and cedar. Upon the first sip, the velvety texture envelops the palate, revealing layers of luscious fruit, seamlessly interwoven with nuances of chocolate, tobacco, and a touch of warm baking spices. Enjoy this full-bodied wine with Chef Nic’s Grilled Ribeye.
BOTTLE $90 | CASE $960
