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Charles Krug Patriach Peter Mondavi Sr. Inducted Into Society Founded by the King of France in 1248

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Napa Valley’s Oldest Vintner to Become Oldest Member Ever Inducted into the Prestigious Chaine des Rotisseurs

Charles KrugNAPA, Calif., February 19, 2015 – Charles Krug Winery and La Chaine des Rotisseurs announced today that centenarian Peter Mondavi, Sr. will be welcomed into La Chaine des Rotisseurs in a solo induction ceremony held at the historic Carriage House on the grounds of the Charles Krug Winery on Saturday, February 28th. Mr. Mondavi will become the oldest person ever inducted into the society and one of only a handful of members ever to receive a solo induction ceremony – the last person being His Holiness Pope Francis I.

The evening will be a magical black tie celebration, with authentic Italian cuisine prepared by Venice-born chef Andrea Giuliani and entertainment provided by famed Italian tenor Pasquale Esposito, who will perform a variety of traditional Italian songs including Mr. Mondavi’s personal favorite “O Sole Mio.”  Mr. Mondavi, who turned 100 years old last November 8th, will be surrounded by members of the Chaine des Rotisseurs, family and friends, as he becomes the newest member of the oldest and largest food and wine society in the world.

La Chaine des Rotisseurs traces its heritage to The Royal Guild of Goose Roasters founded in 1248 A.D. at the request of the King of France. Its mission was to greatly improve the quality and safety of food. Since that time, the society has grown into an international organization dedicated to the advancement of food and wine excellence. In 1950, this mission was revived in Paris with the creation of La Chaine des Rotisseurs, an organization which has grown internationally and now boasts over 60,000 members worldwide.

The induction of Peter Mondavi Sr. honors his life-long commitment to advancing wine quality, a goal consistent with the mission of La Chaine des Rotisseurs. Eugene Daly of the Napa-Sonoma chapter of the organization proclaimed “Peter Mondavi Sr. has spent a lifetime dedicated to improving wine quality and encouraging Americans to embrace the enjoyment of food and wine. His accomplishments are profound and greatly appreciated by La Chaine des Rotisseurs.”

The evening will include a silent auction, with all proceeds benefitting a scholarship program to Sonoma State University’s Wine Business Institute.

About Charles Krug Winery
The Charles Krug Winery, Napa Valley’s oldest winery, was established by Prussian immigrant Charles Krug in 1861. In 1943, Italian immigrants Cesare and Rosa Mondavi purchased the historic property, which remains a family-owned winery producing estate-driven Napa Valley wines.  Built on a foundation of family values, hard work and European winemaking tradition, the winery offers a portfolio of Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-styled wines. The winery is under the direction of Peter Mondavi Jr., who along with his brother Marc Mondavi, stewards the family business passed to them by their father, legendary Napa Valley wine icon Peter Mondavi Sr., who continues to serve as President and CEO. The family is now proudly welcoming members of the fourth generation to the business, continuing a legacy started almost 70 years ago and setting a foundation for generations to come.

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