About Us
Handcrafted, limited-production Napa wines made exclusively for the Sigma Chi Brotherhood. A portion of the proceeds is given back to Sigma Chi.
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.
Hear About the 1855 Club
“As Sigma Chis, 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 Brandon R. Chaney, INDIANA 1993
Proprietor & CEO – Fairwinds Estate Winery & In Hoc Napa Valley
Proprietor & CEO – Fairwinds Estate Winery & In Hoc Napa Valley
“I love how In Hoc Napa Valley helps bring our brotherhood together with not only amazing wine but also special events to make memories that will last a lifetime.”
Significant Sig John Forst, GEORGE WASHINGTON 1984
Chairman – Sigma Chi Foundation, Board of Governors
Chairman – Sigma Chi Foundation, Board of Governors
“During these trying times, 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 Sig Steven Schuyler, ARIZONA 1979
71st Grand Consul – Sigma Chi Fraternity
71st Grand Consul – Sigma Chi Fraternity
“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 and Significant Sig Keith & Metta Krach
64th Grand Consul & 1997-99 International Sweetheart
64th Grand Consul & 1997-99 International Sweetheart
“In Hoc Napa Valley is more than great wine. It is a celebration of our brotherhood and the history of our great fraternity. Karina and I are proud members of the 1855 Club to give back to Sigma Chi!”
Order of Constantine Sig Dan & Karina Shaver
Sigma Chi Philanthropy Committee Chairman & 1995-97 International Sweetheart
Sigma Chi Philanthropy Committee Chairman & 1995-97 International Sweetheart
“I love what Brandon is doing with In Hoc Napa Valley because it enhances the Sigma Chi lifelong experience beyond our college years.”
Significant Sig Stewart McClaurin, ALABAMA 1981
President – White House Historical Association
President – White House Historical Association
“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.”
2020 International Balfour Award Winner Samuel Romes, LOUISVILLE 2020
2020 In Hoc Napa Valley Scholarship Recipient – $10,000
2020 In Hoc Napa Valley Scholarship Recipient – $10,000
“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.”
2023 Runner-Up International Balfour Award Ethan Hunt, UC DAVIS 2023
2023 In Hoc Napa Valley Scholarship Recipient – $2,000
2023 In Hoc Napa Valley Scholarship Recipient – $2,000