About
Charles Krug is Napa Valley's oldest winery, established in 1861 by Charles Krug and purchased by the Mondavi Family in 1943, now in its fourth generation of ownership. The winery produces elegant Napa Valley wines from family estates, including core Napa Valley offerings, limited release single-vineyard wines, and the acclaimed Generations Family Reserve Bordeaux-style red blend. Renowned for its storied heritage, it houses California's first tasting room opened in 1882 and serves as a cultural hub with events, concerts, and hospitality.
Napa Valley's oldest winery
Generations Family Reserve Bordeaux blend
Limited release single-vineyard wines
First tasting room in California
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What They Make
Generations - Family Reserve
Classic Bordeaux-style red blend honoring 75 years of Mondavi winemaking legacy
Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Flagship Cabernet Sauvignon
Napa Valley Series
Core foundation wines from Napa Valley estates
Limited Release Wines
Small-lot, single vineyard wines showcasing terroir
Awards
Gold Medal, San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition 2022
2022
Silver Medal, Decanter World Wine Awards 2021
2021
Upcoming Events
Spring Allocation Celebration
April 25 @ 11:00 am
Celebration event
Juneteenth Lobster Boil
June 19 @ 6:00 pm
Lobster boil feast
Taste of Howell Mountain
June 20 @ 12:00 pm
Tasting event
Andrea Bocelli
June 21st & 22nd, 2025
Concert at the winery
Latest News
Andrea Bocelli concerts June 21-22, 2025; upcoming events including Lobster Boil and tastings; membership offerings with exclusive wines.