J. MOSS WINES - Key Persons
James Moss comes from Dallas, Texas where he first was introduced to fine wines working for a Texas distributor. His work often brought him to the Napa Valley for further education. That is when he began to fall in love with the industry and had the desire to produce his own fine wine that he could share with friends and family and eventually all wine lovers. James decided to move to California in 1998 to follow this dream.
James' career in winemaking began with helping out a friend at his small winery. This is where he soon realized the complexity and commitment it took to produce an award winning wine and he has been committed to that goal ever since. In addition to the day to day operations being the winemaker for J Moss, James hand selects the vineyards where the grapes are sourced, is the welcoming host at J Moss winery tastings and works out in the market hand selling J Moss wines to on and off premise customers in Northern California, Texas, Hawaii and beyond.
Job Titles:
- Managing Director, Proprietor
Janet Moss comes from Boston, Massachusetts and moved to California in 1990. Her first job in California was working for the world renowned sparkling wine facility Domaine Carneros. During her 10 year tenure as Business and Human Resources Manager, she attended classes at the Napa Valley College to expand her knowledge of wine. She continued to go on and get her wine making degree in 1999. Janet handles the day to day business aspect of the winery in addition to wearing many hats and helps out where needed in the winery.
Westley Moss after being drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks and playing minor league baseball decided to go back to finish school and get his degree at the University of Nevada, Reno. He is now following in the footsteps of his Dad by having two jobs. When home he assists his Dad in the cellar with wine making, bottling, tasting room and all aspects of the winery. In addition he has a full time position in Reno in the warehouse distribution industry. He is a jack of all trades and a big contributor to the success of J Moss Wines.