Our Story
Support Sigma Chi
Proceeds are given back to Sigma Chi to endow scholarships for the International Balfour Award winner and finalist.
With every shipment, members of the 1855 Club support the scholarships for the International Balfour Award winner and finalist. The winner receives $10,000, and each finalist $2,000 to further their post-graduate education.
About In Hoc Napa Valley
Significant Sig Brandon R. Chaney, INDIANA 1993
Proprietor & CEO – In Hoc Napa Valley & Fairwinds
- “As Sigma Chi, we can create great things in life – but if we don’t share them, it is meaningless. I am proud of being a Sigma Chi and feel honored to make these wines for you. I hope you will enjoy and share them generously in the years ahead.”
Significant Sig John Wayne, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 1929
John Wayne - THE DUKE
- “Men join fraternities, leaders of men join Sigma Chi.”
Order of Constantine Sig Steven Schuyler, ARIZONA 1979
71st Grand Consul – Sigma Chi Fraternity
- “It has been such a blessing to watch our Sigma Chi alumni celebrate our great history with a glass of In Hoc Napa Valley.”
Order of Constantine and Significant Sig Keith PURDUE 1979 & Metta Krach
64th Grand Consul & 1997-99 International Sweetheart
- “Sigma Chi is such a big part of our lives, and it is truly an honor to be members of the 1855 Club to support scholarships for the International Balfour Award.”
Order of Constantine Sig Dan Shaver, TEXAS TECH 1993
Sigma Chi Philanthropy Committee Chairman
- “In Hoc Napa Valley is more than great wine. It is a celebration of our brotherhood and the history of our great fraternity. I am a proud member of the 1855 Club to give back to Sigma Chi!”
Significant Sig Stewart McClaurin, ALABAMA 1981
President – White House Historical Association
- “I love what Brandon is doing with In Hoc Napa Valley because it enhances the Sigma Chi lifelong experience beyond our college years.”
2020 International Balfour Award Winner Samuel Romes, LOUISVILLE 2020
In Hoc Napa Valley Scholarship Recipient (2020)– $10,000
- “I cannot thank Brandon and all the 1855 Club members enough for supporting this amazing wine program and helping undergraduate brothers further their education. I promise to make the Sigma Chi brotherhood proud.”
2023 In Hoc Napa Valley Scholarship Recipient – $2,000
64th Grand Consul & 1997-99 International Sweetheart
- “The scholarship strengthens my resolve to pursue a career in medicine. I look forward to practicing as a physician, but the path itself is long and can be overwhelming. Winning the scholarship was one of those times where it felt like someone believed in me and was willing to help me along my way.”
Our Approach
Honoring the Land
Great winemaking starts in the vineyard. We harmonize with Napa Valley's diverse terroir to craft wines that capture its essence. Our sustainable approach uses minimal organic inputs and regenerative practices, nurturing a vibrant ecosystem—from soil microbes to local wildlife.
Sourced from varied vineyards with sedimentary, volcanic, clay, and loam soils, our blends feature heritage California selections and premium European clones for rich, dynamic flavors in every bottle.
A Commitment to Balance
Our winemaking philosophy is all about balance — between soil and rootstocks, fruit and canopy, structure and acidity. We hand-harvest grapes at peak ripeness, then meticulously sort them by hand and with advanced optical technology to select only the very best fruit.
The result is wines with pure fruit expression, elegant complexity, and beautiful depth. Bold reds that reveal themselves with decanting. Vibrant whites that shine with freshness and texture. Every bottle honors both tradition and innovation.
Sustainability at Our Core
Preserving the environment behind our wines has been central to our philosophy. As a charter member of the Napa Green Winery program since 2007, we were among the first three Napa Valley wineries to earn certification.
Our commitment spans every operation:
Napa Green Certified Facility: We meet over 120 sustainability standards, from water conservation to cutting our carbon footprint. Regenerative Farming: We nurture a vibrant vineyard ecosystem, safeguarding biodiversity—from soil earthworms to roaming jackrabbits and foxes. Next-Generation Solar-Powered: Our winemaking facility runs entirely on a massive solar array.
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