CK Mondavi and Family

What CK Mondavi and Family does

CK Mondavi and Family is a privately held, family-owned California wine producer founded in 1946 and headquartered in St. Helena, Napa Valley. The company operates across five generations of family ownership, with a majority female-owned structure and fourth-generation family members (Alycia Mondavi on label design, Angelina Mondavi on winemaking) actively involved in operations. Head Winemaker Randy Herron, who joined in 2018, leads production of an elegant, fruit-forward style.

The product portfolio consists of two tiers: a Classic line of ten varietals (Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Moscato, Buttery Chardonnay, Dark Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Red Blend, and White Zinfandel) positioned as accessible everyday wines, and a Select tier of two varietals (Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon) crafted by Angelina Mondavi as a premium expression. All wines are California-grown, bottled in Napa, vegan, gluten-free, and formulated at 150 calories or less per serving. Production leverages traditional Napa Valley viticulture, including cover crops, water management, biodiversity corridors, lighter weight renewable glass, and plant-based polymer corks.

The business model is wholesale-driven packaged goods distribution: wines are sold exclusively through third-party retail channels (wine shops, grocery stores, retail outlets) across the United States, with consumers locating nearby sellers via a store locator on the company website. There is no direct-to-consumer e-commerce. The target segment is value-conscious everyday consumers seeking approachable, food-friendly wines for casual occasions, with content marketing (recipes, pairings) and Instagram community engagement supporting demand. Specific retail pricing is not publicly disclosed.

Name

CK Mondavi and Family

Legal name

C. Mondavi & Family

Website

https://ckmondavi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Short description

CK Mondavi and Family is a five-generation, privately held Napa Valley winery producing vegan, gluten-free California wines in Classic and Select tiers for value-conscious everyday consumers, distributed nationwide through wine shops and grocery retail.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

California Wine Production

NAICS

Wineries (312130), Wineries (31213)

SIC

Beverages (2080)

akta.pro primary industry

Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)

Keywords

• California wine production
• Napa Valley wines
• Family-owned winery
• Table wine varietals
• Wine retail distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

St. Helena

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wine Product Sales: CK Mondavi generates revenue through the sale of wine products to consumers via retail store distribution. Their Classic and Select wine lines are sold through wine shops, grocery stores, and other retail locations where consumers can locate nearby sellers through the company website.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

CK Mondavi and Family produces and bottles California-grown wines in Napa under two lines: a Classic line of ten approachable varietals (Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Moscato, Buttery Chardonnay, Dark Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Red Blend, and White Zinfandel) and a premium Select line (Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon) crafted by fourth-generation family member Angelina Mondavi. Wines are vegan, gluten-free, and most contain 150 calories or less per 5oz serving, and are sold to consumers through U.S. retail stores rather than directly online.

Product overview

CK Mondavi and Family is a multi-generational California wine company offering two product lines: Classic Wines and Select Wines. The Classic Wines line includes ten varietals (Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Moscato, Buttery Chardonnay, Dark Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Red Blend, and White Zinfandel) positioned as accessible, family-friendly wines with consistent flavor profiles and food-friendly characteristics. The premium Select Wines line, crafted by fourth-generation family member Angelina Mondavi, features two varietals (Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon) with enhanced elegance, complexity, and craftsmanship. All wines are California-grown, vegan, gluten-free, and bottled in Napa, with most varietals containing 150 calories or less per serving.

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Products and services

• CK Mondavi Chardonnay (Classic) Medium-bodied white wine with tropical fruit, spice, peach, and caramelized pear flavors, sold in 750ml and 1.5L cork-finish bottles for everyday food pairing and casual gatherings.
• CK Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon (Classic) Full-bodied red wine with ripe boysenberry, blueberry, huckleberry, molasses, and smoky oak notes; no added sugar, vegan and gluten-free, 124 calories per 5oz serving, 13.6% alcohol. Awarded 91 points at the 2025 California State Fair.
• CK Mondavi Pinot Grigio (Classic) Zesty, refreshing light-bodied white wine with key lime, yellow pear, pink grapefruit, and green apple flavors with flinty minerality and a crisp finish, 12.0% alcohol.
• CK Mondavi Sauvignon Blanc (Classic) Light-bodied white wine with nectarine, lemon blossom, guava, key lime pie, kiwi, and Granny Smith apple flavors with a crisp finish; 107 calories, less than 1g sugar, 12.6% alcohol per 5oz serving.
• CK Mondavi Moscato (Classic) Sweet, light-bodied white wine with sweet meringue, bright tangerine, floral notes, fresh honeydew melon, and ripe nectarine balanced by subtle acidity; 113 calories, 4g carbs, 10.5% alcohol per 5oz serving.
• CK Mondavi Buttery Chardonnay (Classic) Creamy, bold medium-bodied wine melding ripe stone fruit and citrus with crème brûlée, toasted marshmallow, and old-fashioned butterscotch, with a layered and smooth finish.
• CK Mondavi Dark Cabernet Sauvignon (Classic) Decadent, full-bodied red wine with blackberry, boysenberry, black currant, and bing cherry integrated with toast, cocoa, bittersweet chocolate, and tobacco, with mocha accents on the finish; 123 calories per 5oz serving.
• CK Mondavi Merlot (Classic) Rich, smooth medium-to-full-bodied red wine with ripe Bing cherry, blueberry, and blackberry jam, with mint, oregano, and purple plum nuances and a velvety finish. Awarded 91 points at the 2025 California State Fair.
• CK Mondavi Red Blend (Classic) Soft, flavorful medium-bodied red blend with bright red currant, ripe raspberry, and sweet mission fig layered with cedar and savory spice, finishing long and silky; 122 calories per 5oz serving.
• CK Mondavi White Zinfandel (Classic) Sweet, fruity light-bodied wine with ripe strawberry, sugared lemon, passion fruit, watermelon, and quince jam notes with a delightfully bright finish; 118 calories, 11g carbs, 10.0% alcohol per 5oz serving.
• CK Mondavi Chardonnay (Select) Premium Select-tier Chardonnay crafted by fourth-generation family member Angelina Mondavi, with elegant layers of stone fruit, citrus, apple blossom, and vanilla bean, blended with 2.5% Viognier for a broader mouthfeel and ripe peach character; 4g carbs and 13.5% alcohol.
• CK Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon (Select) Premium Select-tier Cabernet Sauvignon (2022 vintage), full-bodied and robust with rich vanilla and ripe plum aromas, prominent red berries, oak integration, and a luscious smooth finish; 107 calories, 4g carbs, less than 1g sugar, 14.3% alcohol per 5oz serving.

Quantifiable outcome

• 91 Points - CK Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot, 2025 California State Fair

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Expansion highlights3 records

Broad incumbents

• E. & J. Gallo Winery: Largest family-owned wine producer in the US, with a vast portfolio of accessible California varietals across price tiers. Directly comparable as a California family producer of mainstream wines, though at significantly greater scale.
• Robert Mondavi Winery: Iconic Napa Valley winery founded by the other branch of the Mondavi family. Most directly comparable in heritage and Napa identity, but operates at a much larger premium scale and is owned by Constellation Brands.
• Constellation Brands Wine & Spirits: Massive wine and spirits company owning Robert Mondavi, The Prisoner, and dozens of other brands. Comparable in wine category but operates at radically larger scale and with public capital.
• Ste. Michelle Wine Estates: Large US wine company owning brands like 14 Hands, Chateau Ste. Michelle, and Columbia Crest. Comparable in broad retail distribution of value-and-mid-tier varietals, though with West Coast climate exposure.

Direct peers

• Bogle Vineyards: Family-owned California producer focused on quality, value-priced varietals distributed nationally. Comparable in operational model, sustainability emphasis, and target consumer seeking everyday California wines.
• Delicato Family Wines: Fourth-generation, family-owned California wine producer with brands like Bota Box, Blackstone, and Noble Vines. Comparable in family-ownership model, California sourcing, and mass-market retail distribution.
• Bronco Wine Company: Major California family-owned wine producer behind Charles Shaw (Two Buck Chuck) and other value-oriented brands. Comparable in scale, California sourcing, and value-tier national grocery distribution.
• Trinchero Family Estates: Family-owned Napa Valley producer of Sutter Home, Menage a Trois, and JO Cantor. Comparable in Napa heritage, multi-generational family ownership, and broad US retail distribution of approachable California wines.
• The Wine Group: One of the largest US wine producers with brands like Franzia, Cupcake, and Benziger covering value California varietals. Closely comparable in product offering (mainstream California wines distributed through retail grocery) and target consumer.

Emerging players

• Fetzer Vineyards: California wine producer known for sustainability and accessible varietals, now owned by Concha y Toro. Comparable in California sourcing, value tier positioning, and emphasis on environmentally responsible practices.

Market position

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Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

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Customer concentration

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Funding overview

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Investors

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