Steve Welch, Winegrape Grower & Winemaker
Steve is the 3rd great grandson of pioneer William Welch, and a sixth generation Californian. Although a civil and structural engineer by profession as well as a proud UC Berkeley graduate (BS, MS, MBA), his passion belongs to agriculture. Steve meticulously tends to Rancho Las Juntas Vineyard, ensuring the grapes meet the most rigorous standards for William Welch Wines.
Genene Welch, Winery Manager and Events
Coming from an agricultural family, Genene's favorite place to be is on a tractor and her favorite thing to do is plan a party. She uses her experience in finance as an investment broker to manage the winery and looks forward to growing the business as William Welch Wines expands to 837 Main Street, Martinez.
Coming from an agricultural family, Genene's favorite place to be is on a tractor and her favorite thing to do is plan a party. She uses her experience in finance as an investment broker to manage the winery and looks forward to growing the business as William Welch Wines expands to 837 Main Street, Martinez.
Montgomery Paulsen, Winemaker
Monty is an award-winning winemaker, entrepreneur, and industry operations expert, and has carried on the legacy of his father, comedian Pat Paulsen, through Paulsen Wines. Together, Monty & Steve are passionate about creating the highest quality wines at William Welch Wines.
Monty is an award-winning winemaker, entrepreneur, and industry operations expert, and has carried on the legacy of his father, comedian Pat Paulsen, through Paulsen Wines. Together, Monty & Steve are passionate about creating the highest quality wines at William Welch Wines.
Robert Avina, Vineyard Manager
Robert oversees Rancho Las Juntas; his experience in winemaking and viticulture make him
an asset to the William Welch Wines team.