5 GENERATIONS OF FAMILY FARMERS

Ron

McManis

President, Co-Owner

After graduating from Modesto High School in 1979, Ron joined the McManis family business, becoming the fourth generation to farm in California's northern interior. Ron first learned about growing grapes working with his father, Paul W. McManis Jr., in the late 1970s and early 80's. Ron McManis is President and Co-Owner of McManis Family Vineyards and believes the most important goal of the company is to produce a great bottle of wine at an honest price. He is a current member and past Board Member of the California Association of Winegrape Growers, a member of the California Wine Institute, the Wine Market Council, and the California Farm Bureau.

Jamie

McManis

Vice President, Co-Owner

Jamie is Vice-President and Co-Owner of McManis Family Vineyards, and supports the goal of the company to produce great wines. She is responsible for all winery administration and oversees the development of the McManis Family Vineyards case goods program. She has helped with fundraising for many charitable organizations in the area and served on several committees in the past. She is currently a board member of the Guild of Valley Children's Hospital, and she and Ron are passionate about giving back. A dedicated animal lover, Jamie's busy household includes three dogs and a cat.

Tanya

McManis Heuvel

Sales & Marketing

Only being 9 years old when the winery was built in 1999, Tanya McManis grew up around the facility and agriculture. She graduated Ripon High School in 2008, and then continued her education in Agriculture Business at Modesto Junior College. In 2010, she began working full time at McManis Family Vineyards. She and her husband, Dirk Heuvel, were married in 2012. Tanya now splits her time between her two kids, and is in charge of the Direct to Consumer program, and oversees sales and marketing. She currently serves on the Garden Joy Board in the city of Ripon and is passionate about the McManis philanthropy efforts, and being involved in the community.

Dirk

Heuvel

VP of Vineyard Management

Dirk graduated from Ripon High School in 2005 and continued his education at Modesto Junior College with a focus in Plant Science. He began working for McManis Family Vineyards in 2009, and in 2012, he took over as Vineyard Manager and currently oversees all vineyard operations. He has a passion for producing the highest quality sustainable grapes possible. Dirk continues his progressive winegrowing methods by implementing new technologies into his everyday grape growing. In his spare time, he is the Chairman of the Ripon FFA board, is on the Lodi Winegrape Commission and enjoys hunting. Together, he and Tanya are very involved in the community.

Justin

McManis

VP of Winery Operations

Justin graduated from Ripon High in 2006 and began working at McManis Family Vineyards as a fifth generation family farmer. Justin had grown up around the winery and agriculture, and began getting familiar with winemaking practices as early as 16 years old and has loved it ever since. He currently oversees all purchasing and winery operations. Justin’s winemaking philosophy is to treat every single employee as if they are part of the family. Justin is very passionate about the winemaking process and the wines that McManis Family Vineyards makes each year. Justin married his wife, Stefanie, in 2015, and together they have two sons.

Mike

Robustelli

VP of Winemaking

Mike brings over 20 years of winemaking knowledge and experience to McManis Family Vineyards. Mike understands the needs and concerns of our winery customers and consumers and plays a leading role in delivering the quality that everyone has come to expect from McManis Family Vineyards. Mike graduated from California State University Fresno with a degree in Enology and has been part of the McManis Family Vineyards team since the 1999 harvest.

Greg

Cardey

VP of Finance

Greg graduated from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, in 1991. He started his career as an Accounting Supervisor at Foster Farms, focusing on ledger accounting and budgeting. In 1995, Greg moved to Premium Standard Farms in Texas as a Production Controller, progressing to roles in Finance and Corporate Reporting before relocating to Missouri. Greg then served as a managerial accountant at Royal Citrus Company in Riverside, California, beginning in 1996. He joined McManis Family Vineyards in 1999 as the Controller. Greg oversees all financial operations, including generating reports and projections for financial institutions, providing strategic financial leadership, and shaping accounting strategies. He also coordinates with external tax accountants for income tax preparation and audits. Greg's expertise ensures the financial health and stability of McManis Family Vineyards.

Ed

Bianchi

Vineyard Operations Manager

Ed is our Vineyard Operations Manager. After graduating from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 2000, he began his career in viticulture. He started working with McManis more than 20 years ago doing custom spraying and harvesting and has been working for them as their Vineyard Operations Manager since 2016. With an extensive knowledge of viticulture and a commitment to sustainable farming practices, Ed helps tend to every aspect of McManis Family Vineyards, from soil health and irrigation management to canopy management and grape selection. His keen eye for detail helps ensure that each vine receives the individual care it needs to thrive, resulting in grapes of exceptional quality. Ed has a wife and 3 kids and when he’s not working, you will find him hunting, volunteering in his community as a Little League board member and coach, athletic booster and active alumni member of his fraternity, Alpha Gamma Rho.

Taylor

Enriquez

Sales & Marketing

Taylor graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with a degree in Agricultural Business, where her coursework included extensive wine-related studies that deepened her passion for the wine business. She gained valuable experience interning at Never Boring, a digital marketing firm, and at Gallo, focusing on winemaking processes. Starting as a Grape to Bottle intern at McManis Family Vineyards, Taylor mastered the intricacies of grape growing and winemaking. Today, she excels in managing marketing and bulk wine sales while supporting diverse needs across the company, drawing on her collaborative skills honed since her internship.

David

Meza

Bottling Line Manager

David has been with McManis Family Vineyards since 2013. He oversees every aspect of the bottling process with precision and expertise. From coordinating schedules to ensuring quality control, he is dedicated to delivering top-notch wines that exceed expectations. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and 3 children and watching soccer. David is an integral part of our team and we are proud to have him with us!

Christian

Vigil

Warehouse Manager

Cristian started at McManis Family Vineyards in 2017 and is now responsible for overseeing and coordinating storage, handling, and distribution of wine products within our warehouse. His key duties include ensuring proper storage conditions for wines, coordinating shipments, and overseeing the loading and unloading of goods. He also plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate records, implementing safety protocols, and collaborating with other departments to optimize logistics. We are proud to have him a part of our team!

Claudio

Godinez

Cellar Master

Claudio has worked with the McManis family since 1988. He began his career in the vineyard and transitioned into the winery. Knowledgeable about the entire grape growing and winemaking processes, Claudio is an integral part of our team. He currently leads all cellar operations as our cellar master.