About The Owners
Meet Frank and Denise Sciaulino
Frank and Denise Sciaulino became the proud owners of Sharon James Cellars on January 1, 2026. Frank is the founder’s brother, giving him a personal connection to the history, family traditions, and original vision behind the business.. As longtime members of the family behind the business, they are honored to carry its story forward while bringing their own energy and vision to the property.
Their goal is to create a friendly, comfortable destination where guests feel welcome and treated like family—whether they are joining us for a meal, enjoying live entertainment, celebrating an important occasion, or simply spending time with friends and family.
About The Founders -Aunt Sharon & Uncle Jim
Sharon James Cellars is the dream of Jim and Sharon Sciaulino. A dream they wish to share.
Both avid wine enthusiasts, Jim (retired from the auto industry) and Sharon (in the banking industry) are native northeast Ohioans with a knack for wine. The Sciaulino’s started wine making as a hobby at home in 2004 after years of sampling Ohio wines and traveling on many of the state’s trails. Wine making soon became much more than a hobby and more a way of life. Homemade wine was shared regularly with friends, family, and neighbors at parties and events. And the wine was good.
In 2009 Jim and Sharon decided it was time to chase their true dream of wine making. They planted a vineyard on their property in Mantua and started looking for a building to purchase for a future winery. In February 2011, they purchased the old White Horse Inn building in Newbury and started renovation. After months of saws, hammers, and of course some wine, Jim and Sharon were set to open their dream of Sharon James Cellars.
Jim and Sharon have been married 40+ years and reside in Roaming Shore, Ohio. Come into Sharon James Cellars today and share their dream.
