Andrew & patricia

Andrew and Patricia met and fell in love in Nottingham, England while Andrew was a young Neurologist and Patricia was a nurse. Their careers brought them to the east coast of the U.S. in the early 1970s, where they stayed until settling in Florida in the 1990’s. After successfully raising their three children and and at the height of their careers they decided to take a leap of faith and pursue their passion, wine. In 1999 they bought Saddleback Farm, which at the time was a simple horse and cattle farm. Patricia saw the potential in the land and planted several acres of grapes with a wish and prayer. 

By 2001, they had their first vintage ready for production. That year, Andrew tried his hand at winemaking with great success and their love for the Virginia wine industry blossomed. Since then, Patricia and Andrew have worked tirelessly to expand on their vision, bringing Veritas into the world of events and the fine hospitality at the Farmhouse.The business is truly a family affair as they have been joined by all three of their children in the running and development of the business.

FOUNDERS AND OWNERS

Veritas Winery was started by Andrew and Patricia Hodson in 1999. Born out of their love of wine and commitment to producing quality wine, Veritas has grown into a 20-year-old family business that is on the leading edge of the Virginia wine industry. With over 50 acres in the Monticello wine region, and producing a complex portfolio of wine ranging from sparkling to beautifully balanced red wines, Veritas wine quality starts in the vineyard, and the terroir of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Winemaker Emily Hodson, daughter of Andrew and Patricia, has been the winemaker at Veritas for over 15 harvests and continues to author the beginning chapters of a young and vibrant wine region. Her philosophy is simple - she strives to give each varietal natural, balanced expression by focusing on attention to detail and cultural practices. Her old-world principles of viticulture and vinification are met with her innovative take on winemaking using state of the art technology and principles to capture the true essence and character of each varietal.

Family

Meet the

Emily moved to Virginia in 1999 with the intention of taking a year off of school to help her parents and sister Chloe transition as they moved from Florida to Virginia. While starting a vineyard in Virginia seemed like a far-flung idea to Emily to start, she quickly fell in love with the beauty of the industry and the area and decided to stay and pursue a career in the wine industry. Emily and Andrew worked alongside each other as a team in the inception of Veritas, and Andrew held down the fort when she went to Virginia Tech to get her Masters degree in oenology (fermentation science). Now fifteen vintages in, Emily has become head winemaker and proud mother of two beautiful girls, Lydia and Charlotte, who have grown up on the farm and watched the winery and the vineyard grow. Emily is one of the few winemakers who cut her teeth in the Virginia wine industry. She feels strongly that with select varietals and true Virginia-grown fruit our industry will be unstoppable. Her philosophy involves trying to achieve natural, balanced expression of the fruit by focusing on attention to detail and cultural practices. But most of all, she just tries to stay out of the way as she allows the wine to show off the beauty of where the grapes were grown.

EMILY, LYDIA & CHARLOTTE

EMILY HODSON - HEAD WINEMAKER

EMILY HODSON - HEAD
WINEMAKER

George took on the role of General Manager in the Summer of 2012 when he and his wife Tralyn relocated from Jacksonville, FL with their two beautiful daughters, Hailey and Amelia. George is the only son of Andrew and Patricia, and graduated from Emory University with a degree in Neuroscience before joining the family business.The family can often be found enjoying the beautiful Virginia weather through various activities on the farm and around the vineyards. George and his family are active members of City Church of Charlottesville, and when not working his pastimes include hunting, and spending time with his girls.

George, Tralyn, Hailey & Amelia

GEORGE HODSON - CEO

Chloe and Elliott first met when they were children in Elliott’s grandparent’s backyard. They reconnected years later when Elliott came to work at Veritas during the summer holiday from his winemaking program at Plumpton College in the U.K. What started as a great friendship and working relationship quickly blossomed into a romance and a year later they were married amongst the newly planted vines on Veritas’ highest vineyard. Chloe is Andrew and Patricia’s youngest daughter and the winery’s Project Manager, ensuring that all new ventures are approached with Veritas’ commitment to quality. She has worked in every department at the winery, from mowing the fields, to working in the vineyard, and planning weddings and events. Elliott is the Assistant Winemaker at Veritas and works alongside Emily. His attention to detail and passion for good, clean wine make him a wonderful addition to the family team. Their fur-baby Goose can frequently be seen bounding across the winery lawn and greeting guests with his good looks and a good nature.

Chloe, Elliott, Isla & Elsie

VERITAS TEAM

MEET THE

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PATRICIA HODSON

EMILY HODSON

GEORGE HODSON

Owner

Owner

Head Winemaker

CEO

ANDREW HODSON

Andrew didn’t just start at Veritas, he actually started Veritas, planting the vines over 15 years ago with his bare hands. Andrew was born in Bideford, Devon, England and before becoming our chief bottle washer was a skilled Pediatric Neurologist. Andrew always appreciates a good joke.

Petit Verdot paired with a nice filet mignon.

Owner

Favorite Wine

PATRICIA HODSON

Patricia is often considered the heart of Veritas. Alongside her husband, Andrew, Patricia’s vision has helped to build our small family business into what it is today. Patricia was born in Shropshire, England and currently resides here on Saddleback Farm with her husband and flock of sheep. Oh, and she loves to dance, as many of you may know from attending our many Starry Nights and other Veritas events.

Cabernet Franc paired with our own home grown lamb.

Owner

Favorite Wine

EMILY Hodson

As the oldest daughter of the owners, it can be said that Emily has been here since the beginning of Veritas time. She moved to the farm in 1999 to take care of her youngest sister, Chloe, and helped get the vineyard started. Quickly, she fell in love with life here in Afton and enrolled in Virginia Tech’s Fermentation Science program. She’s been making wine here at Veritas ever since. Emily has a newfound passion for fishing and is truly obsessed with UVa Basketball (despite being a Tech grad!) She has two beautiful daughters and resides here in Afton.

Sauvignon Blanc paired with fresh raw oysters or Cabernet Franc paired with rare steak, red peppers and foie gras.

Head Winemaker

Favorite Wine

GEORGE HODSON

George joined the family business in 2012 after moving from his hometown of Jacksonville, Florida. After years in the surgical device sales industry, George now manages the business operations of Veritas and its sister companies. He is currently President of Virginia Wineries Association and The Monticello Wine Trail. George currently lives in Crozet with his wife, Tralyn, and two beautiful daughters.

Petit Verdot paired with fresh venison tenderloin.

CEO

Favorite Wine

ANDREW HODSON

Andrew didn’t just start at Veritas, he actually started Veritas, planting the vines over 15 years ago with his bare hands. Andrew was born in Bideford, Devon, England and before becoming our chief bottle washer was a skilled Pediatric Neurologist. Andrew always appreciates a good joke.

Petit Verdot paired with a nice filet mignon.

Owner

Favorite Wine

PATRICIA HODSON

Patricia is often considered the heart of Veritas. Alongside her husband, Andrew, Patricia’s vision has helped to build our small family business into what it is today. Patricia was born in Shropshire, England and currently resides here on Saddleback Farm with her husband and flock of sheep. Oh, and she loves to dance, as many of you may know from attending our many Starry Nights and other Veritas events.

Cabernet Franc paired with our own home grown lamb.

Owner

Favorite Wine

EMILY HODSON

As the oldest daughter of the owners, it can be said that Emily has been here since the beginning of Veritas time. She moved to the farm in 1999 to take care of her youngest sister, Chloe, and helped get the vineyard started. Quickly, she fell in love with life here in Afton and enrolled in Virginia Tech’s Fermentation Science program. She’s been making wine here at Veritas ever since. Emily has a newfound passion for fishing and is truly obsessed with UVa Basketball (despite being a Tech grad!) She has two beautiful daughters and resides here in Afton.

Sauvignon Blanc paired with fresh raw oysters or Cabernet Franc paired with rare steak, red peppers and foie gras.

Head Winemaker

Favorite Wine

GEORGE HODSON

George joined the family business in 2012 after moving from his hometown of Jacksonville, Florida. After years in the surgical device sales industry, George now manages the business operations of Veritas and its sister companies. He is currently President of Virginia Wineries Association and The Monticello Wine Trail. George currently lives in Crozet with his wife, Tralyn, and two beautiful daughters.

Petit Verdot paired with fresh venison tenderloin.

CEO

Favorite Wine

BILL TONKINS

ASHLEY MILLER

ANDY SHIPMAN

Associate Winemaker

Vineyard Manager

Facilities Manager

Executive Chef

ELLIOTT WATKINS

Elliott joined the Veritas Family from his hometown in Brighton, England in 2012. These days you can find him in the cellar working alongside Emily. He has a two year old black lab named Goose who he (and George) loves to take waterfowl hunting.

Viognier paired with smoked salmon.

Associate Winemaker

Favorite Wine

Bill TONKINS

Bill moved to Afton in 2007 with his wife Diane, and since that time has been managing over 100 acres of Veritas’ Vineyards. Bill is Patricia’s older brother and has been enjoying his role in the vineyard after a long and successful career in the British Army. Bill is a past president of the VVA (Virginia Vineyard Association) and a gubernatorial appointee to the Virginia Wine Board. In addition to the vineyards he manages for Veritas, Bill has his own vineyard of Petit Verdot which he lovingly calls Aftonshire.

Petit Verdot paired with some fine chocolate.

Vineyard Manager

Favorite Wine

ASHLEY MILLER

Ashley has been working with the Veritas team since 2011. Born and raised in Afton, Ashley is an avid fisherman. He was even selected to be part of the State Team for 2016.

Othello – no pairing necessary.

Facilities Manager

Favorite Wine

ANDY SHIPMAN

Chef Andy was born in Virginia and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, where he lives with his wife and three sons. While studying at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, he worked for Top Chef contestant Joy Crump at her restaurant FOODE. In 2010, he first joined Veritas as Sous Chef. Three years later, he went down the road and took up the mantle of Sous Chef at the Farmhouse at Veritas. He served as the Chef at the Farmhouse from 2014-2020. When he isn't busy in the kitchen, he enjoys spending time with his family, books, and open-wheel racing. 

Scintilla paired with tacos.

Executive Chef

Favorite Wine

ELLIOTT WATKINS

Elliott joined the Veritas Family from his hometown in Brighton, England in 2012. These days you can find him in the cellar working alongside Emily. He has a two year old black lab named Goose who he (and George) loves to take waterfowl hunting.

Viognier paired with smoked salmon.

Associate Winemaker

Favorite Wine

Bill TONKINS

Bill moved to Afton in 2007 with his wife Diane, and since that time has been managing over 100 acres of Veritas’ Vineyards. Bill is Patricia’s older brother and has been enjoying his role in the vineyard after a long and successful career in the British Army. Bill is a past president of the VVA (Virginia Vineyard Association) and a gubernatorial appointee to the Virginia Wine Board. In addition to the vineyards he manages for Veritas, Bill has his own vineyard of Petit Verdot which he lovingly calls Aftonshire.

Petit Verdot paired with some fine chocolate.

Vineyard Manager

Favorite Wine

ASHLEY MILLER

Ashley has been working with the Veritas team since 2011. Born and raised in Afton, Ashley is an avid fisherman. He was even selected to be part of the State Team for 2016.

Othello – no pairing necessary.

Facilities Manager

Favorite Wine

ANDY SHIPMAN

Chef Andy was born in Virginia and raised in the Shenandoah Valley, where he lives with his wife and three sons. While studying at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, he worked for Top Chef contestant Joy Crump at her restaurant FOODE. In 2010, he first joined Veritas as Sous Chef. Three years later, he went down the road and took up the mantle of Sous Chef at the Farmhouse at Veritas. He served as the Chef at the Farmhouse from 2014-2020. When he isn't busy in the kitchen, he enjoys spending time with his family, books, and open-wheel racing. 

Scintilla with tacos.

Executive Chef

Favorite Wine

JESSEE MCDOWELL

LYNDSEY RANDALL

Director of Operations

Marketing Manager

Events Manager

RONA DEVITO-HUNTLEY

Wine Club Manager

MEREDITH JACKSON

Weddings and Events Manager

JESSEE MCDOWELL

Jesseé has been with Veritas since 2013, taking care of everything and everyone. When he isn’t ensuring that the Veritas ship is sailing smoothly, you can find him playing golf or basketball or cooking up a storm from behind the grill. 

Petit Verdot with steak.

Director of Operations

Favorite Wine

JESSEE MCDOWELL

Jesseé has been with Veritas since 2013, taking care of everything and everyone. When he isn’t ensuring that the Veritas ship is sailing smoothly, you can find him playing golf or basketball or cooking up a storm from behind the grill. 

Petit Verdot with steak.

Director

Favorite Wine

RONA DEVITO-HUNTLEY

With a background in customer service, events, and working with the Deaf, Rona graced Veritas with her presence in the summer of 2021. She has a deep appreciation of good food, wine, and spirits coupled with a love of weekend adventures, live music, vintage cars, and discovering new places in the company of family and friends.

Scintilla paired with life's many celebrations!

Wine Club Manager

Favorite Wine

Rona Devito-huntley

With a background in customer service, events, and working with the Deaf, Rona graced Veritas with her presence in the summer of 2021. She has a deep appreciation of good food, wine, and spirits coupled with a love of weekend adventures, live music, vintage cars, and discovering new places in the company of family and friends.

Scintilla paired with life's many celebrations!

Wine Club Manager

Favorite Wine

MEREDITH JACKSON

Meredith, being born and raised locally, has a deep appreciation for the scenic beauty of Nelson County and the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a background in Real Estate and the last 8 years in the Event Industry, she understands the intricacies of crafting unforgettable moments and takes pride in delivering top-notch service to make each couples' wedding truly special. At Veritas, Meredith focuses on customer service, leveraging her expertise to help couples transform their dream weddings into reality. Outside of her professional life, Meredith is a devoted mother of three active teenagers. When she is not immersed in setting up for an event, you'll likely find her on a ball field/court, enjoying the thrill of sports with her kids. She also finds solace in the serenity in a body of water or getting her hands dirty in her beloved garden.

There is a time, place, and meal for each of the Veritas Wines.

Wedding and Events Manager

Favorite Wine

MEREDITH JACKSON

Meredith, being born and raised locally, has a deep appreciation for the scenic beauty of Nelson County and the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a background in Real Estate and the last 8 years in the Event Industry, she understands the intricacies of crafting unforgettable moments and takes pride in delivering top-notch service to make each couples' wedding truly special. At Veritas, Meredith focuses on customer service, leveraging her expertise to help couples transform their dream weddings into reality. Outside of her professional life, Meredith is a devoted mother of three active teenagers. When she is not immersed in setting up for an event, you'll likely find her on a ball field/court, enjoying the thrill of sports with her kids. She also finds solace in the serenity in a body of water or getting her hands dirty in her beloved garden.

There is a time, place, and meal for each of the Veritas Wines.

Wedding and Events Manager

Favorite Wine

LYNDSEY RANDALL

Lyndsey, a native of Spokane, Washington, relocated to Charlottesville at 16. After studying Marketing and Journalism at Virginia Commonwealth University, she dove into the legal world, working at the University of Virginia School of Law and the American Bar Association. Her pursuit of legal knowledge led her to Loyola University Chicago’s School of Law in Rome, Italy, where she earned her Master of Jurisprudence, the equivalent of a Master of Law for non-lawyers. However, her passion for wine grew during her time in Europe. After spending multiple years advocating for victims of violence at Legal Aid in Charlottesville, she now heads the Veritas Marketing Department, blending her love for wine with her marketing skills. Alongside her professional life, she teaches yoga, runs a small flower farm, and enjoys quiet moments with her husband and two cats.

Marketing Manager

Favorite Wine

2021 Claret or any of our Sparkling Wines

Lyndsey Randall

Lyndsey, a native of Spokane, Washington, relocated to Charlottesville at 16. After studying Marketing and Journalism at Virginia Commonwealth University, she dove into the legal world, working at the University of Virginia School of Law and the American Bar Association. Her pursuit of legal knowledge led her to Loyola University Chicago’s School of Law in Rome, Italy, where she earned her Master of Jurisprudence, the equivalent of a Master of Law for non-lawyers. However, her passion for wine grew during her time in Europe. After spending multiple years advocating for victims of violence at Legal Aid in Charlottesville, she now heads the Veritas Marketing Department, blending her love for wine with her marketing skills. Alongside her professional life, she teaches yoga, runs a small flower farm, and enjoys quiet moments with her husband and two cats.

2021 Claret or any of our Sparkling Wines

Marketing Manager

Favorite Wine

SHANNON MARSHALL

KATIE SPURRIER

Accounting Manager

HR Manager

GABRIELA DAVID

CHRIS HURST

Farmhouse Innkeeper

Assistant Winemaker

SHANNON MARSHALL

Shannon has been with Veritas since 2018. She graduated from LU with a degree in Accounting and Business. Shannon lives in the Valley with her husband Corey and two children, Elyanah and Zach. In her free time, Shannon enjoys drawing, decorating, cooking, sitting on her front porch, and spending time with her German Short-haired Pointer, Rip.

Accounting Manager

Favorite Wine

Petit Verdot and Claret

SHANNON MARSHALL

Shannon has been with Veritas since 2018. She graduated from LU with a degree in Accounting and Business. Shannon lives in the Valley with her husband Corey and two children, Elyanah and Zach. In her free time, Shannon enjoys drawing, decorating, cooking, sitting on her front porch, and spending time with her German Short-haired Pointer, Rip.

Accounting Manager

Katie Spurrier

Katie has worked in the administrative field for over 20 years. In 2015, she moved to the area so her youngest son could attend the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind. She is a mother of four (plus one cute Dachshund!) and is active in the local church and various other community-based organizations. 

Petit Verdot

HR Manager

Favorite Wine

KATIE SPURRIER

Katie has worked in the administrative field for over 20 years. In 2015, she moved to the area so her youngest son could attend the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind. She is a mother of four (plus one cute Dachshund!) and is active in the local church and various other community-based organizations. 

Petit Verdot

HR Manager

Favorite Wine

GABRIELA DAVID

Gaby started with The Farmhouse at Veritas in 2019. Originally from Honduras, Gaby enjoys reading, writing, dancing, and hanging out with her Australian Shepherd, Finn.

Reserve Chardonnay

Farmhouse Manager

Favorite Wine

GABRIELA DAVID

Gaby started with The Farmhouse at Veritas in 2019. Originally from Honduras, Gaby enjoys reading, writing, dancing, and hanging out with her Australian Shepherd, Finn.

Reserve Chardonnay

Farmhouse Innkeeper

Favorite Wine

CHRIS HURST

Chris moved to Afton in January 2019 after working for 11 years at an NFL sports agency in Cleveland, Ohio. On a whim, he applied for and received the harvest internship position at Veritas for the 2019 season. Following the 2019 harvest, he began working full-time as a cellar assistant. Under the guidance and tutelage of head winemakers Emily Hodson and Elliott Watkins, Chris worked his way up to his current position of assistant winemaker. Outside the wine industry, he enjoys rooting for Cleveland sports teams, playing basketball and drums, and spending time with his wife, Robin, and English bulldog puppy, Walter.

Sauvignon Blanc, Veritas Reserve

Assistant Winemaker

Favorite Wine

Chris HURST

Chris moved to Afton in January 2019 after working for 11 years at an NFL sports agency in Cleveland, Ohio. On a whim, he applied for and received the harvest internship position at Veritas for the 2019 season. Following the 2019 harvest, he began working full-time as a cellar assistant. Under the guidance and tutelage of head winemakers Emily Hodson and Elliott Watkins, Chris worked his way up to his current position of assistant winemaker. Outside the wine industry, he enjoys rooting for Cleveland sports teams, playing basketball and drums, and spending time with his wife, Robin, and English bulldog puppy, Walter.

Sauvignon Blanc, Veritas Reserve

Assistant Winemaker

Favorite Wine

The Farmhouse Executive Chef

Lab Technician 

ADAM BEAN

JOLIE EVES

CODY MCGEHEE

Sous Chef

EVAN BRAILER

Cellar Master

CODY MCGEHEE

Chef Cody is a Lynchburg, Virginia, native and became the Executive Chef for The Farmhouse at Veritas in September 2023. He found his love for cooking at his uncle’s restaurant “Benjamin’s” in Forest, VA, then went on to cater weddings and events with Entwined Events before joining the Veritas team in November 2021. Outside of the kitchen, Cody enjoys Japanese Art, listening to live music, spending time with his family, and watching hockey. Guests can always expect his food to reflect the land from which it came, under the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 

The Farmhouse Executive Chef

Favorite Wine

CODY MCGEHEE

Chef Cody is a Lynchburg, Virginia, native and became the Executive Chef for The Farmhouse at Veritas in September 2023. He found his love for cooking at his uncle’s restaurant “Benjamin’s” in Forest, VA, then went on to cater weddings and events with Entwined Events before joining the Veritas team in November 2021. Outside of the kitchen, Cody enjoys Japanese Art, listening to live music, spending time with his family, and watching hockey. Guests can always expect his food to reflect the land from which it came, under the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 

Farmhouse Executive Chef

Favorite Wine

JOLIE EVES

Jolie has been with the Veritas Cellar Team for 17 years. Local to Afton, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Bridgewater College in Virginia. Prior to Veritas, Jolie worked at Hershey Chocolate of Virginia in Stuarts Draft as an analytical lab technician, as well as supported the microbiology department, which she really enjoyed. She loves that her job here at Veritas offers something new and different daily. A mom of two, when she isn’t working in our lab, Jolie can be found watching her kids play sports or cuddling with her miniature schnauzer, Ryker. 

Viognier

Lab Technician

Favorite Wine

JOLIE EVES

Jolie has been with the Veritas Cellar Team for 17 years. Local to Afton, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Bridgewater College in Virginia. Prior to Veritas, Jolie worked at Hershey Chocolate of Virginia in Stuarts Draft as an analytical lab technician, as well as supported the microbiology department, which she really enjoyed. She loves that her job here at Veritas offers something new and different daily. A mom of two, when she isn’t working in our lab, Jolie can be found watching her kids play sports or cuddling with her miniature schnauzer, Ryker. 

Viognier

Lab Technician

Favorite Wine

Adam bean

Classically trained in French technique from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. Adams background is entirely in fine dining with several restaurant openings under his belt. With experience at Market St in Rhinebeck New York, Restaurant August in New Orleans Louisiana, and the Frasca Group in Denver Colorado. Adam met his wife, a Lynchburg native, while working in New Orleans. They made the move to Virginia in 2020, restored an old home from the 1800s, and have a beautiful baby girl. 

Cabernet Franc

Sous Chef

Favorite Wine

ADAM BEAN

Classically trained in French technique from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. Adams background is entirely in fine dining with several restaurant openings under his belt. With experience at Market St in Rhinebeck New York, Restaurant August in New Orleans Louisiana, and the Frasca Group in Denver Colorado. Adam met his wife, a Lynchburg native, while working in New Orleans. They made the move to Virginia in 2020, restored an old home from the 1800s, and have a beautiful baby girl. 

Cabernet Franc

Sous Chef

Favorite Wine

EVAN BRAILER

Evan came to Veritas in 2019 as a harvest intern, then was hired full-time as a critical part of our Cellar Team. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he worked as an EMT for five years before moving to Virginia. When he’s not helping us make wine, he practices and competes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 

Veritas Reserve

Cellar Master

Favorite Wine

EVAN BRAILER

Evan came to Veritas in 2019 as a harvest intern, then was hired full-time as a critical part of our Cellar Team. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he worked as an EMT for five years before moving to Virginia. When he’s not helping us make wine, he practices and competes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 

Veritas Reserve

Cellar Master

Favorite Wine

ALEX ESPINOSA

Farmhouse Manager

JONATHAN GONZALEZ

Farmhouse Innkeeper

KOVIE BOWEN

Assistant Vineyard Manager and Cellar Assistant 

ALEX ESPINOSA

A local to Afton, Virginia, Alex began as a manager at The Farmhouse at Veritas in May 2021. Alex enjoys playing volleyball and spending time with family and friends on his days off. 

2017 Othello 

Farmhouse Manager

Favorite Wine

ALEX ESPINOSA

A local to Afton, Virginia, Alex began as a manager at The Farmhouse at Veritas in May 2021. Alex enjoys playing volleyball and spending time with family and friends on his days off.

2017 Othello

Farmhouse Manager

Favorite Wine

JONATHAN GONZALEZ

Joining The Farmhouse at Veritas team in 2022, Jonathan loves meeting new guests as they come for a stay or dinner. With family in El Salvador, he loves traveling, photography, and journaling. When he’s not managing at the Farmhouse, you can usually find him at the gym or out with family and friends. 

Viognier

Farmhouse Innkeeper

Favorite Wine

JONATHAN GONZALEZ

Joining The Farmhouse at Veritas team in 2022, Jonathan loves meeting new guests as they come for a stay or dinner. With family in El Salvador, he loves traveling, photography, and journaling. When he’s not managing at the Farmhouse, you can usually find him at the gym or out with family and friends. 

Viognier

Farmhouse Innkeeper

Favorite Wine

KOVIE BOWEN

Kovie, a native of Charlottesville, grew up on a local farm and was interested in farming and viticulture from early on. In 2020, Kovie interned under both Bill Tonkins and Emily Hodson on our vineyard and cellar teams. In 2022, he returned as a full-time employee upon graduating from Randolph-Macon College, where he played lacrosse and studied communications and business. Working with both our cellar and vineyard teams, Kovie is interested in the future of efficient farming and grape growing in Virginia. He enjoys running, reading, and spending time outdoors in his free time.

2015 Scintilla

Assistant Vineyard Manager and Cellar Assistant

Favorite Wine

KOVIE BOWEN

Kovie, a native of Charlottesville, grew up on a local farm and was interested in farming and viticulture from early on. In 2020, Kovie interned under both Bill Tonkins and Emily Hodson on our vineyard and cellar teams. In 2022, he returned as a full-time employee upon graduating from Randolph-Macon College, where he played lacrosse and studied communications and business. Working with both our cellar and vineyard teams, Kovie is interested in the future of efficient farming and grape growing in Virginia. He enjoys running, reading, and spending time outdoors in his free time.

2015 Scintilla

Assistant Vineyard Manager and Cellar Assistant

Favorite Wine

Our philosophy is to make wine with the classic, old-world principles of viticulture and vinification, at the same time using state of the art technology to capture varietal and regional character. Our name derives from the Roman historian Pliny the Elder’s observation “In Vino Veritas” – “In Wine there is Truth.” We believe that the truth in our wine comes straight from our vineyard as an expression of the land where we live and work.

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