James Cole Winery

Napa Valley · Stags Leap District · Stags Leap District AVA
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Hours
Live official schedule required
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Phone
(707) 944-1793
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Tasting Fee
From $65
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Reservations
Required
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Est.
2006

About James Cole Winery

James Cole Winery is best understood as small-production Napa wines hosted along Silverado Trail. The existing Wino Notion page should lead with that identity instead of treating every Napa winery name as an interchangeable tasting-room listing. The content audit is designed to give travelers a clear answer about what the producer represents, how its wines or hospitality fit into Napa Valley, and whether the record should appear in an active itinerary.

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James and Colleen Harder planted their first Silverado Trail vines in 2000 and still cap production at about 2,500 cases a year.
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Small-lot estate CabernetNine estate acres are planted to three Cabernet Sauvignon clones, fermented separately and blended into the final wine.
Boutique productionAnnual output is limited to roughly 2,500 cases, sold almost entirely direct through the tasting room and wine club.
Shared ownership with Tank Garage & T-VineJames and Colleen Harder also own Tank Garage Winery and T-Vine Winery, sharing a winemaking team across the three brands.
"Wino Notion likes James Cole Winery's small-production Napwines hosted along Silverado Trail. The page can give travelers a stronger reason to consider the producer while clearly explaining the exact access format."
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Featured Wines

CABERNET SAUVIGNON
James Cole Cabernet Sauvignon
2022 · Napa Valley
Estate blend of 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Malbec, and 3% Petit Verdot aged 20 months in 70% new French oak; currently sold out.
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON
Poets Corner Cabernet Sauvignon
2021 · Napa Valley
A reserve-tier Cabernet with notes of blackberry compote, black cherry, and allspice.
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PINOT NOIR
James Cole Pinot Noir
2023
A lighter estate red with rose petal, wild strawberry, and red cherry character.
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No public bottle pricing is posted; wines are sold primarily through the winery's tasting room and wine club, and current vintages sell out quickly.

Tasting Experiences

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Signature Tasting
A seated tasting through four classic James Cole wines, rotating seasonally.
$60 per person
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Reserve Tasting
A guided tasting through five signature and reserve-tier wines, including library Cabernets.
$85 per person

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the tasting room hours at James Cole Winery?

James Cole Winery's tasting room hours are By appointment only. Hours can change seasonally, so confirm with the winery before visiting.

Is James Cole Winery wheelchair accessible?

Yes - James Cole Winery offers wheelchair accessible facilities.

How much do tastings cost at James Cole Winery?

Tastings at James Cole Winery generally fall in the $$$ price range. Check with the winery for current tasting options.

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