Team
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.

General Manager
Matthew Garner
Matthew has a strong background in landscape design and installation. In 2006, he got the call to join the team at Montaluce and he has helped in every aspect of building, maintaining and managing this project. Matthew oversees all operations and business aspects of the entire Montaluce enterprise.

Director Of Sales & Events
Ashley McGowen
Ashley joined the Montaluce team in 2024 with over 20 years in hospitality. Previously, she owned a successful wedding planning business, earning accolades like “Top Wedding Planner” by Martha Stewart Weddings and “South's Best Wedding Planners” by Southern Living. She has spoken at industry conferences and was an Adjunct Professor at Kennesaw State University, where she developed courses on small business and event planning.

Food And Beverage Director
Johnathan Moren
With over a decade of experience in the food and beverage industry, Johnathan has a passion for creating new and exciting menu items and ensuring that our recipes only come from the best of ingredients. He believes that its the little details that make each experience so important, and he works hard to ensure that every guest has a great one.

Head Winemaker
Collin Lilly
Our head winemaker, Collin Lilly from Asheville, NC, started his winemaking journey in 2010 at his family’s vineyard. After establishing 17 acres of French varietals, he decided to pursue a winemaking career while at UNC Charlotte. In 2015, Collin moved to Napa Valley, studying Viticulture and Enology at Napa Valley College, and working at top wineries like Louis Martini and Anomaly Vineyards. He became Cellar Lead at Cade Winery and Production Winemaker at Maxville Winery, helping craft wines rated 95+ points.
