Winemaker
Robert Smith
- Discipline
- Winemaker
- Based in
- Napa, California, United States
i. Biography
Robert Smith is winemaker at Quixote Winery in Napa, United States. His path into that cellar rests on a Baccalaureate in Enology from California State University, Fresno, followed by a harvest internship at Quintessa and work at Covert Estate alongside Julien Fayard.
The Essentials At the Napa winery, Smith holds the head winemaker role. He also serves as Director of Winemaking at Appellation Trading Company in Napa, United States. The through-line is technical wine education applied across estate and company winemaking posts. His career spans study, harvest training, collaborative cellar work, and leadership in Napa production.
Profile updated July 2026
FAQ
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What is Robert Smith known for?
He is known for winemaking at Quixote Winery, supported by formal enology training and Napa cellar experience.
Where does Robert Smith work?
He works at the winery and at Appellation Trading Company in Napa.
Who is Robert Smith?
He is a Napa winemaker with a Fresno enology degree, early experience at Quintessa, and work with Julien Fayard at Covert Estate.
