Jason Moravec’s passion for winemaking began in middle school, when his family started growing grapes in the Los Carneros region of Sonoma Valley. Over several years, helping transform raw land into Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards sparked both his curiosity and his eventual studies at the University of California, Davis, where he earned a degree in Viticulture and Enology. “Growing up in a vineyard gave me a great foundation for science and chemistry,” he says. “When I realized the wine industry is where science and creativity meld, I knew it was the path for me.”

Before joining V. Sattui Winery in 2015 as Assistant Winemaker, Jason gained experience across multiple facets of the wine industry at respected wineries including Patz & Hall, Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, Franciscan Estate, and Kim Crawford Wines. Drawn to V. Sattui’s family atmosphere and wide range of varietals, he quickly made his mark, rising to Winemaker in 2018 and now serving as Director of Winemaking, where he leads the winery’s winemaking vision and team.

Known as an innovator, Jason has quietly carved new paths within the winery’s programs. He has been instrumental in developing proprietary varietal blends and is the driving force behind V. Sattui’s new brandy program, helping expand the creative boundaries of the estate’s portfolio.

Jason lives in Angwin with his wife Sasha and their two children, Zoe and Henry. While free time is scarce, he occasionally practices the Mill’s Mess juggling pattern (look it up) and enjoys sharing great wines with his favorite people.