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People
Family and friends have been working and playing together for 30 years now;
and though the amount and color of our hair may have changed, we are still having fun.
Michael P. Tierney
President
Since Mike is the oldest in the company he carries the title of President. Mike helps in Sales and Marketing and is the chief cook, bottle washer and entertainer.
Evelyn White
Winemaker
After graduating from Sonoma State University with a degree in Biology and Chemistry, Evelyn heeded the advice of friends and took a temporary harvest job at Chateau St Jean. 26 years later, she is still in this crazy business, focusing on Russian River wines at a tiny winery still owned and operated by the original "founding fathers."
Clayton Smith
Key Account Manager
Clayton, who resides with his family in the city of Sonoma, brings with him 21 years of wine industry experience, primarily with the well regarded Benziger Family Winery. He will join Laurie Kieth in covering our Northern California market.
Mosha Rastgar
Key Account Manager
Mosha brings 15 years of experience in hospitality, 10 years in fine wine. He is a certified wine specialist (CSW) residing in Long Beach CA and will be serving the Southern California market.
Kaitlyn Medeiros &
Greg Abel
Tasting Room Staff
Kaitlyn and Greg are prepared to help you experience Taft Street wines in our tasting room or take advantage of the many things our President’s Club has to offer to its members.
Mike Martini
General Manager &
Chief Executive Officer
Mike runs the business of the business. Compliance, accounting and banking are in his hands. The Ex Mayor of Santa Rosa and past City Council Member, his talents transcend the mundane business world.
Heather Heraty
Lab Director
Heather Heraty is Taft Street Winery’s new lab tech. Having been raised in a household with parents in the wine industry, Heather has also decided to pursue a career in winemaking. She is the second generation to begin her career in a Sonoma County winery lab.
Jake Martini
Director of Marketing
We are still trying to figure out what social media means to Taft Street, but Jake is excited to build the brand, engage users, and create exciting Taft Street experiences.
Cellar Crew
The crew of fantastic and dedicated workers who bring the fine Taft Street wines to reality. Our cellar crew includes Alberto Munoz, Seann Averill, and Kyle Kruchok.
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