photo of Jim van Loben Sels, general manager of viticulturist
photo of kristina mielke van loben sels, who is director of winemaking
 

Jim van Löben Sels

Viticulturist
(509) 927-9463

Born into a wine-making family, our fearless leader has a contagious exuberance for the entire destination winery-experience. He also has a strong background in agricultural economics and viticulture. His own impeccable varietals, bottled under van Löben Sels Cellars, are a part of the Arbor Crest family of labels. 

Kristina Mielke van Löben Sels

Director of Winemaking
(509) 927-9463

Kristina brings both education and practical skills to her position as co-owner and our head winemaker. A graduate of UC-Davis with a degree in Fermentation Science, Kristina came to Arbor Crest in 1999 after several years as the assistant winemaker at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery in Healdsburg, California.

 

“We are tremendously proud of our entire staff. From the gardeners who tend our gorgeous grounds to the maintenance and event crews who keep everything running smoothly, to the tasting room associates who treat our guests with gracious service and wine education, and of course, the year-round efforts of our winemaking team — each of our employees truly pour themselves into their work! Thank you for being a key component of our family business, and for the pleasure of sharing wine experiences with you, with our customers and with our community.”

— Jim & Kristina

Arbor Crest Management Team

| Team Contacts |

 

Alexandra Barber

Wholesale & Direct Sales
Wine Education Specialist

509-927-9463

Emily Jones / EmJ

Venue Manager
(509) 927-8571

Laurie Van Helden

Tasting Room Lead
(509) 927-9463

Karen Ballew

Retail Sales Manager
(509) 926-8187

Ingrid Hill

Special Events Manager
(509) 927-9463

Patty Fay

Office Manager
(509) 927-9463

Karrie Kalher

Chief Financial Officer
(509) 927-9463

Emily Schilb

Tasting Room Manager
(509) 927-9463

Bill Hofer

Facility & Grounds Manager
(509) 927-9463

 

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