Harvest is here in Napa Valley, and the valley is happening. It's easily one of our favorite times of year… the mornings are cool, the air is perfumed with grapes, and there's that harvest energy you can only feel standing in it.
We'd love to have you join us to celebrate the season. But if you can't make it up this harvest for a visit* don't worry, as we're sending some of it your way. Winemaker Laura Barrett recently tasted us through this season's three Wine Drop selections, and we could NOT pick a favorite. We are popping the cork on these wines and can't wait for you to do the same
*Members, don't forget you can pay your visitation benefits forward to family, friends and colleagues visiting Napa Valley.
How Your Wine Drop Works
- Every 2 months we highlight wines we're most excited about.
- You'll receive a reminder 7 days before your shipment.
- You can customize or swap your wines anytime.
- Manage everything easily through your member portal.
- Use this as your guide to explore and plan your selections.
September & October Featured Wines
2024 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Stone Peach, Meyer Lemon and Honeycrisp Apple
This is a Sauvignon Blanc you'll want to linger over. Notes of stone fruit and citrus are backed by a layer of creamy vanilla, thanks to the six months this wine spends in French oak — just enough toast to make for a lush, rich Sauvignon Blanc.
Pairs with: Sunday afternoons when you're feeling fancy: seafood ceviche or trout amandine. Or go casual with mac and cheese, your favorite store-bought rotisserie chicken, or grilled cheese with white wine jelly.
2022 Kit's Killer Cab, Cabernet Sauvignon
Blueberry, Blackberry and Cocoa
Co-founder Kit Crawford tasted the first barrel samples of this wine 20 years ago and declared it "killer" — meaning delicious. The name stuck.
The aromas jump from the glass to greet you: blueberry, blackberry, bright red fruit, cocoa and cedar. When you dream of a delicious Napa Valley Cabernet, this is what you find. It's the perfect wine for slowing down and saying ahhh, I deserve this. Polish up the nice glasses for this one.
Pairs with: a home-cooked meal on a quiet evening, or when you want to fancy up takeout. If you're ordering delivery, we suggest Korean BBQ short ribs. Cooking at home? Whip together some shish kebabs with veggies and steak, or snack with mushroom quesadillas.
2023 Bici Red Blend
Plum, Blackberry and Cherry
Bright fruit and deep spice with a lift that keeps every sip lively. When you need a wine that goes with anything and everything and pleases the whole crowd… we suggest the Bici Red.
The 2023 vintage is 65% Grenache and 35% Syrah: lip-smacking, juicy and made for fall flavors.
Pairs with: game night, craft night, book club, or just because. Try it with gyros, eggplant parm, carnitas, coq au vin or, if you're feeling casual, a cheese board works too.
Extra Member Perks
Andaz Napa Enjoy 20% off guest room rates 7 days a week with a Clif Family Rate.Andaz Napa is a boutique Hyatt hotel on First Street in downtown Napa with a contemporary, art-and-wine feel.
Book your room by visiting https://www.hyatt.com/andaz/en-US/apcrn-andaz-napa or calling (707) 687-1234
Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese makes award-winning, sustainable artisan cheeses, including their famous flagship Original Blue using fresh milk from their own dairy cows overlooking Tomales Bay.
Use CLIFFAMILY20 to receive 20% when you shop www.pointreyescheese.com through October 31, 2026.
Rustic Bakery is a Marin County favorite known for its organic, handcrafted flatbreads, artisan crisps and cookies, baked fresh for its five Bay Area cafés. We've teamed up with Rustic on their Perfect Pairing program, matching their bites with our wines. One favorite is spicy N'duja, creamy ricotta and our Red Wine & Cracked Pepper Jelly on Rustic's Tart Cherry Cacao Nib & Almond Crisps, served with our 2022 Valle di Sotto Zinfandel. Use CLIF25 to receive 25% off when you shop www.rusticbakery.com through October 31, 2026.
PEJU Winery offers one of the most genuinely welcoming wine tasting experiences in the region — with options for every occasion, group size, and level of wine enthusiasm. A family-owned, female-led estate surrounded by their iconic vineyards and gardens. Clif Family Members receive 4 Complimentary Classic Tastings when you book here: PEJU Winery - Rutherford, CA. Use code CLIF to book your 4 Complimentary Tastings. Or shop their online store: Premium Napa Red, White & Rosé Wines | PEJU Winery | PEJU Winery and use code CLIF for 10% savings on your first purchase. Good through March 31, 2027
Tank Garage Winery is a unique tasting room located inside a restored 1930s gas station in Calistoga, California. The winery specializes in limited-production, one-off wine blends paired with vintage Americana decor. Clif Family Members receive a complimentary tasting for 4 when visiting. Book your experience here: https://www.exploretock.com/tankgaragewinery/ and when you arrive for your tasting identify yourself as a Clif Family Member to receive your complimentary tasting for 4. Or shop their online store https://www.tankgaragewinery.com/ for a 10% savings using code CLIFMEMBER10. Good through March 31, 2027
Other Member Partner Perks:
Lodging – Calistoga Motor Lodge, Harvest Inn, Inn at Southbridge and Senza Hotel
Wineries – Artesa, Markham, Crocker and Starr, and Sterling
Local Napa Businesses - Napa Gondola
Contact the Membership team at membership@cliffamily.com for further details.
More member benefits available every month (and day)!
Access to the SECRET MENU on the Food Truck.
4 complimentary tastings at the Tasting Room (by reservation) anytime you visit.
Pay your benefits forward — send friends and family for a complimentary tasting on your behalf, and you don't have to be present for their gift to apply.
Membership pricing on all gift sets.
Need a refresher on all your member benefits? Check them out HERE.
Events Coming Up
- September 16th: Trivia and Japanese Street Food
- September 20th: Farm Fest 2026
- September 23rd: Sip & Support: Give BIG! St. Helena + Japanese Street Food Menu & Live Music
- September 26th: Peak Season Supper Series, Fall
- September 30th: Sip & Support: St. Helena Historical Society + Japanese Street Food Menu
- October 14th: Sip & Support: Napa Valley Farmworker Foundation + Street Food Menu & Live Music
- October 18th: October Sunday Social
- November 4th: Sip & Support: Friends & Foundation, St. Helena Public Library + Street Food Menu & Live Music
- November 27th - Annual Post-Turkey Day Brunch
Questions? We've got you. Feel free to ping the Membership Team at membership@cliffamily.com. We're happy to help with whatever you need!
