David William Graves

Background

Graves, David William was born on October 26, 1952 in Oakland, California, United States. Son of James Washington and Barbara Jean Graves.

Education

Bachelor of Science, University of California, Santa Cruz, 1975.

Career

Cellar worker, Chappellet Vineyards, Rutherford, California, 1978; cellar worker, Joseph Phelps Vineyards, St. Helena, California, 1979; cellar worker, Domaine Chandon, Yountville, California, 1980; cellar worker, Mount Eden Vineyards, Cupertino, California, 1981; co-founder, Saintsbury, Napa, California, since 1981. President, treasurer Carneros Quality Alliance, Napa, since 1988. President Pinot Noir: American, Napa, 1989-1990.

Achievements

• David William Graves has been listed as a noteworthy Winery executive by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member American Society Enology and Viticulture (professional member), University of California Santa Cruz Alumni Association (alumni councillor 1987-1994), University of California Santa Cruz Foundation (board directors since 1994).

Connections

Married Elizabeth Peterson McKinne, July 14, 1990.

Father:

James Washington Graves

Mother:

Barbara Jean Graves

Spouse:

Elizabeth Peterson McKinne