Includes:

• 1 x The Founding Author – 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon - Napa Valley
• 1 x Winter’s Drift - 2018 Chardonnay – Russian River Valley
• 1 x 3-Bottle Wooden Fire-Branded Vintage Wine Crate
• 1 x Customizable 3D Wooden Holiday Card
  • *Don't forget in checkout to include your gift message, a "To:" and "From:" under "Add gift message " so we can customize your card!
• 1 x Screwdriver Keychain to Open the Crate
• 2 x Wine Tumblers
• 1 x Leather Flask Set
• 1 x Golf Towel
• 2 x Crate Hinges

Wine Information:

The Founding Author:

Artistic, spirited, and idealistic, Stella George Stern Perry served as the first president of Alpha Chapter and the first National President of AOII. Known for her literary talents, she authored over 17 novels, countless essays, short stories, and poems. However, her most lasting literary work is AOII’s early history, lovingly recorded for future generations.  “The Founding Author” is the second in the series of wine offerings that pay homage to each of our founding members, and the unique and individual impact they left on the Fraternity.

Our flagship Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic representation of the appellation’s preeminent varietal. Notes of black cherry, blackberry and plum are complemented by hits of toasted oak, dried currant and baking spice. Fine-grained tannins and ample brightness on the palate give way to a polished mouthfeel and exceptionally long finish.

Winter's Drift:

AOII was founded by four courageous, ambitious women: Stella, Helen, Elizabeth and Jessie. On December 23, 1896, on a wintery afternoon, the four climbed the stairs in a small gallery of the old Columbia College Library which led to an old and seldom used room. Seated on broad window seats and with sunlight streaming gently through the windows, and snow lightly drifting outside, the four pledged each other. Just a few days later on January 2, 1897, Alpha Omicron Pi was officially organized.

We introduce you to Winter’s Drift. Hailing from the cool and foggy climate for the Russian River Valley in Sonoma County, this beautiful medium-bodied wine was grown slowly to build intense flavors over time. This wine was aged in French oak and displays a beautiful balance of fruit, oak and liveliness on the palate and exhibits lush mango and toasted almond. Balanced fruit with tarte acidity makes this wine a classic example of Premium Russian River Chardonnay.

Retail Price: $299.00

Jacqueminot Club Member Price: $239.20