Miner is in the Oakville appellation. It was founded by Dave and Emily Miner. Dave Miner was a software executive and Emily had worked in the wine industry. Their debut vintage was in 1996. Gary Brookman is winemaker and he worked previously at Joseph Phelps, among other places. Miner makes a large portfolio of wines from Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay to Pinot Noir, Syrah, Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Tempranillo.