the story

Missimer Winery was founded in 2021, the culmination of three generations’ worth of dreams.

In 1976, Dale and Mary Sue Missimer purchased a modest parcel of land on the edge of the Napa River in the quiet town of Yountville. At the time, it was little more than an old cow pasture and a rundown walnut orchard. But the couple had big dreams. After returning from a cycling trip through the Loire Valley of France, they were inspired to bring the joie de vivre and outdoor lifestyle they’d experienced there back home to Napa.

Over the years, their vision blossomed—vines were planted, a small home was built, and their grandkids came to play. For one of those grandkids, life on the vineyard left a lasting impression. In 2006, while studying wine at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, granddaughter Sinead met Travis Bullard, a kindred spirit with shared values. They married in 2008 and moved to Napa Valley, where their piece in the story took root.

Today, Travis and Sinead live on the land where they raise their four sons, farm the vineyards, and craft exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. The family is committed to producing wines that honor the unique terroir of the land, guided by a deep sense of stewardship and a passion for quality.