‘EVERY RELATIONSHIP IS A LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP’                                        – Raghni Naidu, Founder

Naidu’s Wine Club Membership

‘EVERY RELATIONSHIP IS A LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIP’                                        – Raghni Naidu, Founder

BY ALAN GOLDFARB

When becoming a member of Naidu Wines’ Wine Club one not only will invest in some of the most well-made and wonderfully valued wines from the Sonoma’s Coast and Russian River Valley, but members will participate in perhaps something more valuable – a long-satisfying relationship. 

“That’s because we want people who believe in our product; to be part of that journey,” says Raghni Naidu. “We aspire to have our members support this brand from the get- go, because we know this is something special. We wish to have our members in this for the long haul so they can reap the benefits as we grow. Every relationship is a long-term relationship. We want people on this journey with us.”

Naidu Wines is well onto that journey, according to a couple of wine journalists.

Writing in The Wine Enthusiast, Tom Capo said of Naidu’s 2022 Russian River Pinot Noir, “Dazzlingly complex, this wine gives aromas of black cherry, cinnamon, violets and dark chocolate on the nose. The palate is beautifully balanced, with flavors of grilled plum, fried shiitake and nervy raspberry lemon acidity driving the minute long finish. Lovers of exceptional Cru Beaujolais will love this style.” The Wine Enthusiast gave the wine a 95!

As for the Chardonnay, it led Cindy Rynning, writing in Grape Experiences to exclaim, “Optimally balanced with fruit notes and a lingering finish, Raghni Naidu’s goal for high quality is evident in each sip.” 

Also what will become evident is the unique experience members will enjoy in genuinely relaxing and luxuriating with one’s family and friends in Naidu’s private tasting room and vineyard. They are situated high on a hillside located in the countryside outside Sebastopol, Sonoma County. For wine club members, the connection to Naidu Wines will of course bring many years of delicious satisfaction. But will do so with numerous opportunities to experience what it’s like to stay for a time at the Estate Vineyard. Again and again. You’ll receive complimentary access to a stay at Naidu’s four-bedroom Estate vineyard house for a two-or-three-night stay (depending on club level)  during the months of January through March. The home is not an afterthought but emblematic of what Naidu Wines is about. It accommodates up to 8 adults in a well-appointed 4 bedroom home that has two large living rooms, a chef’s kitchen, outdoor grill and dining and not to mention – a pool with vineyard views. Or play bocce ball on Naidu’s court. “We’re welcoming people into our space,” declares Raghni.

Additionally, becoming a Naidu Wine Club member – an immersive wine tasting is a must (complementary) under the open-air tasting room, poured and served with a charcuterie platter and a walk through the vineyard. That alone, will give you an incomparable insight into the vintage of the future. 

Members receive allocations three times a year to Naidu’s small-batch, terroir-driven and single-vineyard wines. Its most recent allocation included Naidu’s Pinot Noir from the Estate, the Chardonnay from single-vineyard Catie’s Corner Vineyard in the Russian River Valley – the same wines that were exclusively poured at the James Beard Foundation’s awards ceremonies.

For me personally, access to the Estate home, tasting room and the balanced, well-priced  world-class wines  – are all reasons to invest and stay with this winery for a long time.