OWNERS and FOUNDERS
Renae Perry, Owner/CEO
Renae is our fearless leader managing the
winery business and she's also an avid golfer.
Ben Papapietro, Owner/Executive Winemaker
Ben makes a pretty tasty pinot noir and loves old movies.
Yolanda Papapietro, Owner/Distributor Relations
Yolanda manages our distributors, enjoys traveling and spending time with her grandchildren.
Bruce Perry, Founder
Creative, fun-loving and kind, Bruce was a visionary and idea guy who loved wine. It was his dream to own a winery and he made those around him believe it could happen. And it did.
BACK OFFICE and CELLAR TEAM
Dave Low, Winemaker
Dave not only makes great wine but is also a great fly fisherman.
Dianna Barr, Wine Club Manager
Dianna enjoys meeting and greeting our wine club members and pouring library wines whenever she can.
Jessica Mullen, Events & Relations Manager
Jessica has multiple roles at the winery and is superb at them all!
Tyson Freeman, Asst. Winemaker
Tyson is our rosé expert, an accomplished writer and loves being a dad to his young son.
Lucindo Mendez, Cellar Master
Lucindo is our amazing "go to" cellar guy, an incredible fork lift driver and a much sought after DJ in his off hours.
Luke Ammerman, Marketing Manager
Luke brings an exciting level of enthusiasm and creativity to our marketing efforts.
Jamie Fernandez, Customer Service
Jamie manages our shipping, inventory and is an expert in customer service.
Dan Russell, Customer Service
Dan manages our website and compliance and makes a darn fine chili.
HOSPITALITY TEAM
Nancy Juarez, Tasting Room Manager
As the sister of Renae Perry, she joined the family business in 2013 and has championed our tasting room and virtual experiences with exuberance and professionalism.
Jim May, Tasting Room Host
Jim is a classically trained chef and an All-Pro Costco shopper.
Shelley Witten, Tasting Room Host
Shelley is our Terroir expert and loves making all our guests feel welcome.
Mark Rigby, Private Client Concierge
Mark is an old timer here at the winery and knows our wine just about better than anyone except maybe Ben.
Kurtis Pavilionis, Tasting Room Host
Kurtis loves all things "vintage"! He can educate you on all our wine vintages, as well as "vintage" clothing.
Joanna Corso, Tasting Room Host
Joanna has a welcoming smile for everyone, she brings a ton of energy and enthusiasm to the tasting room!
Natasha Llapitan, Tasting Room Host
Natasha's not sure what keeps her busier - the tasting room or her three young sons. But she loves them all.
Josef Aukee, Tasting Room Host
Josef loves to share his experiences with wine and travel and is a local poet from Marin.
Devon Mullen, Tasting Room Host
Devon knows our wine inside and out since he's also a cellar hand during crush.
Tyler Gruner, Hospitality Assistant
Tyler does it all! He is ready to help on the patio, pack your wines or reach the highest shelf!
Todd Newton, Hospitality Assistant
Todd is our "go to" guy for weekends and events.