Stewart Cellars was founded in 2000 by Michael and Anne Stewart of Houston, Texas with a philosophy to consistently produce fabulous Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon from some of the finest vineyards in the Napa and Russian River Valleys.

Michael Stewart

Born in Amarillo Texas, Michael Stewart graduated from Rice University in Houston, Texas with a degree in Electrical Engineering.

Michael founded Texas MicroSystems in 1975, and acted in various capacities of President, COO, and CEO. In 1999, he left Texas Micro in fall of 1999 after merging the company with Radisys Corp.

Following his long-time interest in wine, Michael formally entered the wine business in 2000, when he purchased a majority interest in Juliana Vineyards, a 3,400 acre property in the Pope Valley area of the Napa Valley. He started Stewart Cellars in 2000 with a small release of Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Michael and his wife Anne have two children, James and Caroline.