Meet Us
Chris and Betsy Peacock, Founders
Proprietors Chris and Betsy Peacock established their home around this vineyard in 1991. They bring an unusual mix of expertise - theology, philanthropy, traveling, the fine arts - to the project of creating a world-class Cabernet Sauvignon from their spectacularly beautiful vineyard on Spring Mountain in the Napa Valley. “I’ve done a lot of different things in my life,” he says, “and I’ve always been driven by my love of nature and the outdoors. One theme of my life has been finding places in this world which are remote, wild, and serene... I wanted to ‘go back to the land’ and felt I could combine that longing with the world of fine wine, another passion of mine.”
Rebecca Peacock, Proprietor
The daughter of Chris and Betsy Peacock, Rebecca Peacock has always been passionate about wine, food and fashion. Before joining the Peacock Family Vineyard team in late 2013, Rebecca owned and operated a thriving women's clothing store specializing in French fashion for 15 years in Burlingame, CA. Rebecca's semi-annual buying trips for the store took her to Paris and New York City, where her passion for great wine and food blossomed. With the fashion world behind her, she now directs her considerable talents and complete attention to the Peacock Family Vineyard wine as a proprietor of the winery. As a second-generation Peacock, she is guiding the winery into the future.
Craig Becker & Cody Hurd, Winemaking Team
Taking over for our beloved Craig Becker after his passing is the talented Cody Hurd who is also the winemaker for Somerston Estate, where our Peacock wines are produced. He has been integral in the evolution of these wines during his decade-long tenure working alongside Craig Becker. Cody began his career in 2010, under the careful guidance from Craig Becker, working every position from cellar master to head winemaker after Craig’s passing. As a result, he brings a wealth of knowledge to every new release that bears the Peacock Family label. Cody focuses on crafting wines that reflect the very special soil and microclimate of Spring Mountain. “My goal is to make wines that showcase the best of what the property has to offer,” he says. “I want our wines to be an expression of this land and its heritage. I believe that great wine starts in the vineyard, and my job is to work alongside our amazing team to bring out the property’s unique characteristics.”
Meghan Vergara, Sommelier & Vintner
Meghan Vergara is a Certified Sommelier & Vintner with 18 years of experience in the wine and hospitality industry. Extremely passionate & knowledgeable about sharing the joy of wine! She received her formal wine training in NYC through the Sommelier Society of America and worked with some of the world’s top wine makers, industry professionals and hospitality venues in NYC, Napa Valley, San Diego and beyond. She has spent her career solely dedicated to the pursuit of sharing knowledge, enjoyment, and success in wine. In addition to a noted career in speaking engagements, hosting corporate events, and consulting with top names in the business, Meghan has built her own boutique hand crafted wine brand 'M Vino Wines' where she makes elevated, small lot single vineyard Rosé, Sparkling Wine & Chardonnays of distinction.