OUR STORY

BIG. SMALL. BOLD. ELEGANT.

Majuscule is the opposite of minuscule. The name is both a philosophy and a point of view. In Latin, it suggests something large without being overwhelming; in French, it means a capital letter. For us, it represents wines of presence and clarity — site-driven, thoughtfully made, and balanced.

Majuscule is an ultra-boutique Napa Valley winery crafting small-lot Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc, and red blends from exceptional vineyard sites, with a focus on Mount Veeder.

rooted on napa's mount veeder

Majuscule began in 2009 as a side project between Jeff Davis and winemaker Greg Brickey. It started, somewhat improbably, with a cat — and a serendipitous introduction to Lisa Chu, a trusted grower on Mount Veeder. Eventually she encouraged Greg to make his own wine and offered fruit from her vineyard: one ton each of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc for the inaugural vintage.

With just 25 cases of each, these first wines were shared with friends and family under a name that captured both intent and character — Majuscule, a word that suggests clarity and expression without excess.

What began as an experiment soon became something more serious. Greg’s appreciation for Mount Veeder, the quality of the fruit, and the balance of the wines made it clear this was worth pursuing. In 2018, Majuscule became an official winery rooted in Lisa’s two vineyards on the steep slopes of Mount Veeder — a place defined by volcanic soils, cool mountain temperatures, and low yields. This rugged hillside terrain shapes wines of depth, freshness, and structure.

our approach

At Majuscule, we make wine with a singular focus on expression and balance. Each vineyard and every vintage guides our decisions — from picking to blending — and we let the grapes and place lead the way. Our production remains intentionally small, often fewer than 100 cases per wine, allowing for meticulous attention at every stage.

Our wines favor elegance over power and clarity over manipulation. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc are the core of our portfolio, complemented by limited red blends and an occasional Sauvignon Blanc or sparkling. Our wines are structured yet approachable, expressive yet refined — they represent their vineyard, vintage, and Mount Veeder roots.

MEET THE makers

a shared path to a small winery

Majuscule exists because of a shared belief in mountain vineyards, balance, and doing things the right way rather than the easy way. Jeff Davis and Greg Brickey came to wine from different paths, but with a similar curiosity — one rooted in storytelling and connection, the other in craft and precision.

Together, they built Majuscule as a small, hands-on winery where every decision reflects both the vineyard, the vintage, and a commitment to making wines that are authentic and true to place.

The wine business was far removed from their careers: Jeff spent years in public relations working for well-known brands, and Greg is a structural engineer. In 2006 they bought their neighborhood wine store in Scottsdale, Arizona as an entry into the wine business. The shop was their launchpad to winemaking and a move to the Napa Valley, where they also got married.

Greg Brickey

winemaker & Proprietor

Greg’s path to winemaking began while living in France, where time spent among vineyards sparked a lasting fascination with how place, tradition, and technique shape great wine. After a long career in structural engineering and design, his wine curiosity ultimately led him to formal winemaking studies at UC Davis and work as a viticulturalist and winemaker in the Napa Valley.

Greg brings both technical precision and creative curiosity to Majuscule. He oversees all aspects of winemaking, from vineyard sourcing and harvest decisions through fermentation, aging, and blending. His approach emphasizes balance, texture, and respect for the vineyard, allowing Mount Veeder’s elevation and rugged terrain to define the wines. Greg brings both technical precision and creative curiosity to Majuscule.

Jeff Davis

Proprietor

Jeff’s background is rooted in storytelling, hospitality, and building meaningful connections. After years working in public relations and marketing, he found his way into wine through retail and direct customer engagement — experiences that shaped how Majuscule approaches relationships, access, and hospitality.

At the winery, Jeff guides the broader vision of Majuscule, overseeing direct-to-consumer relationships, guest experiences, and the way the brand is shared. He ensures that Majuscule remains personal, intentional, and deeply connected to the people who enjoy the wines.