Peter Mondavi, Jr.’s education began as a boy growing up on the Charles Krug estate in St. Helena, CA, where he and older brother Marc sanded fermenting tanks, unpacked glasses, worked in the winery’s laboratory, and drove tractors through the vineyard.

Peter inherited his love of food from his grandmother Rosa,who taught him the fine points of food and wine pairing. While Charles Krug wines reflect their origins in the most prestigious Napa Valley appellations, they resemble his grandmother’s beloved Italian wine in one way: they are well balanced and structured to accompany food.

Demonstrating a commitment to the land that only a family-owned and operated business can make, the third generation of Mondavis has invested $21.6 million in replanting the 850-acre estate, renewing the winery’s focus on Cabernet Sauvignon and other red Bordeaux varietals and converting to sustainable farming methods. Another $8.5 million has been invested in the historic renovation of the original 1800’s stone structures.

Peter’s leadership and environmental stewardship was recognized in Vanity Fair's 2007 “Green Issue,” and he was invited to pour Charles Krug wines at the premiere of Leonardo DiCaprio’s environmental documentary film, "The 11th Hour," in August, 2007.

As international wine conglomerates take root elsewhere in the Valley, the Mondavis are resolute in their
intention to remain independent and family owned. “Between Dad, Marc and me, we have been making wine
from grapes grown on these vineyards for over 60 years. There’s a love and dedication there that I believe you
can taste in the wine,” Peter says.

Peter Mondavi, Jr., may have started his education at the winery, but he completed it at Stanford, where he
earned a BS in mechanical engineering, an MS in engineering management and an MBA. He is a prolific
fundraiser for various charities, including the Make-A-Wish Foundation, among others. Peter was named the
2008 California Wine Ambassador by the Portland Classic Wines Auction, chosen from the most respected
wineries producing premium wines representative of their regions. In addition to his winery activities he sits on
the boards of the Stanford Business School Alumni Association, Yountville Appellation Association and the
Bottlenotes Advisory Board. Peter is a former board member of both the Napa Valley Vintners Association and
Family Winemakers of California. He is also an active member of numerous wine-related organizations,
including the Wine and Food Society of San Francisco. He lives in Napa Valley with his wife Katie Williams-
Mondavi and their two children.

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