Born on October 10, 1837, John Barratt Rudulph remains one of Sigma Alpha Epsilon's most beloved founders. Perhaps because he was one of DeVotie's dearest friends, or maybe because he designed the fraternity's iconic badge, or could the reason be found in the story of his rekindling love for SAE? By the turn of the century, Rudulph had lost touch with the fraternity, as the fraternity had with him. Upon locating the founder, Billy Levere brought Rudulph to the 50th Anniversary Convention held in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1906. Brother Rudulph was astonished at how SAE had blossomed from a tiny band of brothers to a national institution and, in a quiet moment at that Convention, as he thought back to the days of 1856, said: "We never dreamt of this." He attended the Atlantic City Anniversary Convention in 1909 before he died on April 13, 1910. He is buried at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Pleasant Hill, Alabama.

We introduce you to Rudulph. 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.

Retail Price: $95.00 / 750 ml

The 1856 Club Member Price: $75.00 / 750 ml