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. 

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.

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.