We believe that nature — what the French call terroir — makes the wine and that we, as winemakers and winegrowers, can only steward it along. That wines should be hand-crafted in small lots, with minimal intervention and maximum attention. That the most interesting wines come from the fringe areas of Napa — the cooler climate areas like Coombsville and Howell Mountain. We support and praise our fellow family farmers and winemakers who craft these unique wines.

MIchael James Wines began in 2007 when two friends began to share their idea of a small, hands-on wine project. We’ve refined our winemaking and style and are focused entirely on crafting cabernet sauvignon from Howell Mountain and Coombsville.

Limited availability. Winemaking without compromise.

 

Michael Dekshenieks, Proprietor
Jim Heiser, Winemaker