A Legacy of Truth
Veritas began with a leap of faith. In 1999, Andrew and Patricia Hodson purchased Saddleback Farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, envisioning the transformation of a simple horse and cattle farm into a premier winery in the nascent Monticello AVA. For over 25 years, they worked tirelessly alongside their children to expand that vision, eventually introducing world-class events and fine hospitality at The Farmhouse. Today, Veritas is a landmark of the region and a benchmark for what Virginia wine country can achieve.
In 2025, as Patricia and Andrew prepared for retirement, their priority was finding new owners who would honor their legacy and support their children in stewarding Veritas’ estate and award-winning wines into the next chapter.
After an extensive search, the Hodsons are passing the torch to a new dual-family ownership group that shares their conviction: Veritas’ greatest chapters are still ahead. These new partners are committed to honoring the Hodson’s foundation while investing in the land, the people, and the singular experiences that define Veritas.
The winemaking, vineyard stewardship, and warm hospitality guests love will remain in excellent hands, many of them the same hands that have been here since the beginning. The new owners have even convinced Andrew to return occasionally to host the Wine Line for our club members and share his wit in a newsletter or two.
A NEW CHAPTER
Veritas is guided by a partnership between seasoned wine and hospitality professionals, dedicated new ownership, and an enduring connection to the Hodson family legacy.
Team
Meet the
(Click on a team member to view more)
ERIC TREBOUR
EMILY HODSON
GEORGE HODSON
Co-Owner
Co-Owner
Chief Production Officer & Head Winemaker
Strategic Consultant & Hodson Family Ambassador
ALLISON EVANOW
ANDY MURPHY
Chief Commercial Officer
Chief Executive Officer
The Executive Team
The Executive Team
KURT WASSENAAR
A Michigan native, Kurt brings a multidisciplinary background as a real estate developer, commercial Architect, and serial biotech entrepreneur. He serves on the Foundation Board for Piedmont Virginia Community College and served on the Charlottesville Opera board for 16 years. His focus is on the long-term vision for the Veritas estate, the design of new facilities, and operations strategy.
He was the Chief Architect at the UVA Medical Center and a UVA Associate Professor of Architecture, and Director of Research in Computer Technologies for the School of Architecture. He holds a B.S. with majors in Architecture, Chemistry, and Computer Science, and a Master's Degree in Architecture from the University of Michigan. He spends part of his year in Trieste, Italy, where he serves as Chairman of a Biotechnology Company. He enjoys spending his time beekeeping, painting watercolors, competitive sailing, skiing, and spending time outdoors with his German shorthaired pointer named "Ivy." He has one beautiful daughter.
Petit Verdot with Vegetable Biryani
Co-Owner
Favorite Wine
KURT WASSENAAR
A Michigan native, Kurt brings a multidisciplinary background as a real estate developer, commercial Architect, and serial biotech entrepreneur. He serves on the Foundation Board for Piedmont Virginia Community College and served on the board for the Charlottesville Opera for 16 years. His focus is on the long-term vision for the Veritas estate.
He was the Chief Architect at the UVA Medical Center and a UVA Associate Professor of Architecture, and Director of Research in Computer Technologies for the School of Architecture. He holds a B.S. in Chemistry and Computer Science, and a Master's Degree in Architecture from the University of Michigan. He spends part of his year in Trieste, Italy, where he serves as Chairman of a Biotechnology Company. He enjoys spending his time beekeeping, painting watercolors, competitive sailing, skiing, and spending time outdoors with his German shorthaired pointer named "Ivy." He has one beautiful daughter.
Petit Verdot with Vegetable Biryani
Co-Owner
Favorite Wine
ERIC TREBOUR
Eric Trebour is a lifelong Virginian and longtime Charlottesville local. He grew up in Richmond and relocated to Charlottesville in 2003 to raise 5 children with his wife Heidi of 30 years. He is a veteran in real estate and has spent his entire tenure in Charlottesville acquiring and managing a diversified portfolio of commercial and residential real estate assets in the Central Virginia area. Eric’s experience in deal execution aligns well with his excitement for developing the potential identified at Veritas in Afton. He is an avid mountain biker, appreciates the outdoors, loves his family and animals, and is grateful for new positive opportunities.
Veritas, paired with great people and experiences!
Co-Owner
Favorite Wine
ERIC TREBOUR
Eric Trebour is a lifelong Virginian and longtime Charlottesville local. He grew up in Richmond and relocated to Charlottesville in 2003 to raise 5 children with his wife Heidi of 30 years. He is a veteran in real estate and has spent his entire tenure in Charlottesville acquiring and managing a diversified portfolio of commercial and residential real estate assets in the Central Virginia area. Eric’s experience in deal execution aligns well with his excitement for developing the potential identified at Veritas in Afton. He is an avid mountain biker, appreciates the outdoors, loves his family and animals, and is grateful for new positive opportunities.
Veritas, paired with great people and experiences!
Co-Owner
Favorite Wine
EMILY Hodson
Emily has led Veritas through 25+ harvests. In this new chapter, she continues to serve as the Head Winemaker while stepping into a leadership role on the Executive Team.
Emily Hodson graduated from Emory University with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology with a focus in Infectious Diseases. She moved to Virginia in 1999 and obtained her Master's degree in Fermentation Science at Virginia Tech. Emily is a founding board member of the Winemaker’s Research Exchange, as well as co-founder of Virginia Resistant Varieties; a wine grape improvement project with the USDA. She is also on the Executive Board of the National Grape Research Alliance. Having made wine solely in Virginia, her philosophy involves striving to achieve a natural, balanced expression of fruit by focusing on attention to detail and viticultural practices. Emily and her parents worked together to create what is now Veritas. Now, more than twenty-five vintages in, Emily has become the head winemaker and proud mother of two girls who have grown up on the farm and watched the winery grow.
Sauvignon Blanc paired with fresh raw oysters or Cabernet Franc paired with rare steak, red peppers and foie gras.
Chief Production Officer
& Head Winemaker
Favorite Wine
EMILY HODSON
Emily has led Veritas through 25+ harvests. In this new chapter, she continues to serve as the Head Winemaker while stepping into a leadership role on the Executive Team.
Emily Hodson graduated from Emory University with a B.S. in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology with a focus in Infectious Diseases. She moved to Virginia in 1999 and obtained her Master's degree in Fermentation Science at Virginia Tech. Emily is a founding board member of the Winemaker’s Research Exchange, as well as co-founder of Virginia Resistant Varieties; a wine grape improvement project with the USDA. She is also on the Executive Board of the National Grape Research Alliance. Having made wine solely in Virginia, her philosophy involves striving to achieve a natural, balanced expression of fruit by focusing on attention to detail and viticultural practices. Emily and her parents worked together to create what is now Veritas. Now, more than twenty-five vintages in, Emily has become the head winemaker and proud mother of two girls who have grown up on the farm and watched the winery grow.
Sauvignon Blanc paired with fresh raw oysters or Cabernet Franc paired with rare steak, red peppers and foie gras.
Chief Production Officer
& Head Winemaker
Favorite Wine
ANDY MURPHY
Andy brings extensive experience in team-building, strategy, and hospitality leadership to the Veritas team, along with a strong track record of entrepreneurship — most recently developing innovative hospitality concepts for the U.S. market. He is a co-founder and board member of Zaina Lodge, an acclaimed retreat set amid the elephants and wildlife of Ghana's largest national park.
Andy also contributes deep expertise in conservation, sustainability, and community engagement, having served in strategic advisory roles with the Philadelphia Zoo, World Wildlife Fund, and the U.S. Peace Corps. A lifelong runner, travel and outdoor enthusiast, and proud father of four. Andy holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Georgetown University, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and an M.P.A. from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.
Cabernet Franc with a good steak
Chief Executive Officer
Favorite Wine
ANDY MURPHY
Andy brings extensive experience in team-building, strategy, and hospitality leadership to the Veritas team, along with a strong track record of entrepreneurship — most recently developing innovative hospitality concepts for the U.S. market. He is a co-founder and board member of Zaina Lodge, an acclaimed retreat set amid the elephants and wildlife of Ghana's largest national park.
Andy also contributes deep expertise in conservation, sustainability, and community engagement, having served in strategic advisory roles with the Philadelphia Zoo, World Wildlife Fund, and the U.S. Peace Corps. A lifelong runner, travel and outdoor enthusiast, and proud father of four. Andy holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Georgetown University, an MBA from Harvard Business School, and an M.P.A. from the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.
Cabernet Franc with a good steak
Chief Executive Officer
Favorite Wine
Allison Evanow
Allison joins Veritas with a deep passion for American wine and spirits. Her extensive global industry experience spans Napa and Sonoma, international marketing for an iconic tequila brand, and breaking ground as one of the first women to launch her own spirits company.
A UVA graduate (go ‘Hoos!) with an International MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, Allison enjoys traveling the world for local food and wine, hiking the Blue Ridge, playing tennis, and cheering on the Cavaliers. She lives in Ivy with her husband and spends summers with their college-aged twin boys by the pool, sipping on a glass of wine or a cocktail and watching the sun set over the mountains of Shenandoah National Park.
Scintilla NV in a French 75 cocktail. Best of both worlds!
Chief Commercial Officer
Favorite Wine
ALLISON EVANOW
Allison joins Veritas with a deep passion for American wine and spirits. Her extensive global industry experience spans Napa and Sonoma, international marketing for an iconic tequila brand, and breaking ground as one of the first women to launch her own spirits company.
A UVA graduate (go ‘Hoos!) with an International MBA from the Thunderbird School of Global Management, Allison enjoys traveling the world for local food and wine, hiking the Blue Ridge, playing tennis, and cheering on the Cavaliers. She lives in Ivy with her husband and spends summers with their college-aged twin boys by the pool, sipping on a glass of wine or a cocktail and watching the sun set over the mountains of Shenandoah National Park.
Scintilla NV in a French 75 cocktail. Best of both worlds!
Chief Commercial Officer
Favorite Wine
GEORGE HODSON
George connects the winery’s family legacy with its future, preserving core values while providing strategic support to the executive team. Beyond consulting for Veritas, he bridges the new ownership team with the broader Virginia wine industry and serves as a Brand Ambassador at key events.
Cabernet Franc Reserve paired with fresh venison tenderloin.
Strategic Consultant & Hodson Family Ambassador
Favorite Wine
GEORGE HODSON
George connects the winery’s family legacy with its future, preserving core values while providing strategic support to the executive team. Beyond consulting for Veritas, he bridges the new ownership team with the broader Virginia wine industry and serves as a Brand Ambassador at key events.
Petit Verdot paired with fresh venison tenderloin.
Strategic Consultant & Hodson Family Ambassador
Favorite Wine
KOVIE BOWEN
Farm Manager (Retired Vineyard Manager)
Vineyard Manager
CHRIS HURST
Winemaker
KELSEY BENSON
Winemaker
The Winemaking Team
The Winemaking Team
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
Vineyard Manager
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
Vineyard Manager
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.
Farm Manager (Retired Vineyard Manager)
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.
Farm Manager (Retired Vineyard Manager)
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 or Veritas Reserve
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
Winemaker
Favorite Wine
KelSEY BENSON
Kelsey has been with Veritas since June 2024, joining as a harvest intern and then being promoted to Production Manager after the 2024 harvest season. She currently leads our sparkling wine production. Following her completion of a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Tennessee, she entered the wine industry in 2020 as a tasting room associate for a winery in Tennessee, then worked her way up to winemaker. In her spare time, she teaches yoga or spends time with her husband, their young son, and their dog.
Sauvignon Blanc or Petit Verdot
Winemaker
Favorite Wine
KELSEY BENSON
Kelsey has been with Veritas since June 2024, joining as a harvest intern and then being promoted to Production Manager after the 2024 harvest season. She currently leads our sparkling wine production. She entered the wine industry in 2020 as a winemaker for a Tennessee winery. She received a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Tennessee. In her spare time, you can find her teaching yoga or spending time with her husband, their young son, and dog.
Sauvignon Blanc or Petit Verdot
Winemaker
Favorite Wine
MICHELLE KIMMELL
ADAM BEAN
Innkeeper at The Farmhouse at Veritas
Sous Chef
ANDY SHIPMAN
JESSEE MCDOWELL
Executive Chef
Director of Operations & Events Manager
The Hospitality Team
EMILY PROUTT
Terrace Manager
AARON FLYNN
Tasting Room Manager
CODY MCGEHEE
The Farmhouse at Veritas Executive Chef
The Hospitality Team
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
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
Jessee 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 & Events Manager
Favorite Wine
JESSEE MCDOWELL
Jessee 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 & Events Manager
Favorite Wine
MICHELLE KIMMELL
Michelle started as Innkeeper of The Farmhouse at Veritas in November of 2025. As a native of Nelson County, Virginia, she studied photography and then worked in aviation before transitioning to the wine industry in 2013. What Michelle originally thought would be a short-term adventure quickly became a passion, and almost a decade and a half later, she says she is still inspired by the people, stories, and sense of community that make this industry so special. When she is taking a break from work, she enjoys traveling the world with her husband, Ryan, meeting new people, and creating authentic, welcoming atmospheres wherever she goes. She loves art, collecting vintage Volkswagen buses, spending time in nature, and going on adventures with family and friends. She is well known for her day trips to Hatteras.
Sauvignon Blanc with fresh seafood
Innkeeper at The Farmhouse at Veritas
Favorite Wine
Michelle kimmell
Michelle started as Innkeeper of The Farmhouse at Veritas in November of 2025. As a native of Nelson County, Virginia, she studied photography and then enjoyed a career working in aviation before transitioning to the wine industry in 2013. What Michelle originally thought would be a short-term adventure quickly became a passion, and almost a decade and a half later, she says she is still inspired by the people, stories, and sense of community that make this industry so special. When she is taking a break from work, she enjoys traveling the world with her husband, Ryan, meeting new people, and creating authentic, welcoming atmospheres wherever she goes. She loves art, collecting vintage Volkswagen buses, spending time in nature and going on adventures with family and friends. She is well known for her daytrips to Hatteras.
Sauvignon Blanc with fresh seafood
Innkeeper at The Farmhouse at Veritas
Favorite Wine
Adam bean
An alumnus of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, Adam has spent his career in some of the country's most respected fine dining kitchens. His experience includes Market St in Rhinebeck, New York, the Michelin-starred Saint Germain and Restaurant August in New Orleans, Louisiana, as well as the Michelin-recognized Frasca Hospitality Group in Colorado, he has contributed to multiple restaurant openings and refined his approach to ingredient-driven, hospitality-focused cuisine.
While working in New Orleans, Adam met his wife, a Lynchburg native. After traveling and staging together in Italy, they settled in Virginia in 2020, where they restored a historic home dating back to the 1800s and are now raising their young daughter.
Cabernet Franc
Sous Chef
Favorite Wine
ADAM BEAN
An alumnus of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, Adam has spent his career in some of the country's most respected fine dining kitchens. His experience includes Market St in Rhinebeck, New York, the Michelin-starred Saint Germain and Restaurant August in New Orleans, Louisiana, as well as the Michelin-recognized Frasca Hospitality Group in Colorado, he has contributed to multiple restaurant openings and refined his approach to ingredient-driven, hospitality-focused cuisine.
While working in New Orleans, Adam met his wife, a Lynchburg native. After traveling and staging together in Italy, they settled in Virginia in 2020, where they restored a historic home dating back to the 1800s and are now raising their young daughter.
Cabernet Franc
Sous 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.
The Farmhouse at Veritas Executive Chef
Favorite Wine
Cabernet Franc
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 at Veritas Executive Chef
Cabernet Franc
Favorite Wine
EMILY PROUTT
Emily grew up in Schuyler, Virginia, and is proud to call Nelson County home. She has been working in the hospitality industry since 2007, building her experience through private chef work and catering with Sandy Motley Catering and Harvest Moon Catering. She is returning to Veritas after also previously working at The Farmhouse at Veritas and the winery some years back. An industry-taught professional, Emily brings a hands-on, practical approach to food and hospitality. Her love of food is closely tied to her passion for farming, gardening, and sustainability. She has a particular passion for traditional preservation methods, including canning, pickling, and jam making, as well as vegetable fermentation and smoking meats. You can find her jams featured on our seasonal menus! When she’s not working, you’ll likely find Emily in her garden or out hiking with her dog.
Terrace Manager
Favorite Wine
Viognier
EMILY PROUTT
Emily grew up in Schuyler, Virginia, and is proud to call Nelson County home. She has been working in the hospitality industry since 2007, building her experience through private chef work and catering with Sandy Motley Catering and Harvest Moon Catering. She is returning to Veritas after also previously working at The Farmhouse at Veritas and the winery some years back. An industry-taught professional, Emily brings a hands-on, practical approach to food and hospitality. Her love of food is closely tied to her passion for farming, gardening, and sustainability. She has a particular passion for traditional preservation methods, including canning, pickling, and jam making, as well as vegetable fermentation and smoking meats. You can find her jams featured on our seasonal menus! When she’s not working, you’ll likely find Emily in her garden or out hiking with her dog.
Terrace Manager
Viognier
Favorite Wine
AARON FLYNN
Aaron earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Virginia in 2010 before making a career change into fine dining and wine in 2018. He joined Veritas in 2021 as a Tasting Room Associate and Shift Manager and has served as Tasting Room Manager since 2022. With a background in science and years of hospitality experience, Aaron brings a thoughtful and curious approach to wine and the guest experience. Outside of work, Aaron enjoys cooking, fishing, kayaking, hiking, and golf.
Tasting Room Manager
Favorite Wine
Viognier with anything spicy.
AARON FLYNN
Aaron earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Virginia in 2010 before making a career change into fine dining and wine in 2018. He joined Veritas in 2021 as a Tasting Room Associate and Shift Manager and has served as Tasting Room Manager since 2022. With a background in science and years of hospitality experience, Aaron brings a thoughtful and curious approach to wine and the guest experience. Outside of work, Aaron enjoys cooking, fishing, kayaking, hiking, and golf.
Tasting Room Manager
Viognier
Favorite Wine
DEAN HUGHES
Facilities Manager
RONA DEVITO-HUNTLEY
Wine Club & Guest Relations Manager
LYNDSEY RANDALL
Marketing Manager
SHANNON MARSHALL
Accounting & HR Administrator
Accounting & HR Manager
The Administrative Team
The Administrative Team
RONA DEVITO-HUNTLEY
Rona joined Veritas in the summer of 2021, bringing a strong background in customer service and event management. During her young adulthood in Charlottesville, she played a key role in opening a successful salon and spa. After returning to her hometown of Staunton, she spent a decade working in dermatology while also working part-time for a wedding planning company. Rona loves weddings and enjoyed helping many couples bring their special day to life. Although her career journey has been extensive, she has appreciated her time at Veritas, where she has gained a deeper understanding of Virginia wine and helping our Wine Club members.
When she’s not spending time with her family, Rona can usually be found immersed in a book for her book club, sipping a glass of wine with a friend, or off on a weekend adventure.
Scintilla paired with life's many celebrations!
Wine Club & Guest Relations Manager
Favorite Wine
Rona Devito-huntley
Rona joined Veritas in the summer of 2021, bringing a strong background in customer service and event management. During her young adulthood in Charlottesville, she played a key role in opening a successful salon and spa. After returning to her hometown of Staunton, she spent a decade working in dermatology while also working part-time for a wedding planning company. Rona loves weddings and enjoyed helping many couples bring their special day to life. Although her career journey has been extensive, she has appreciated her time at Veritas, where she has gained a deeper understanding of Virginia wine and helping our Wine Club members.
When she’s not spending time with her family, Rona can usually be found immersed in a book for her book club, sipping a glass of wine with a friend, or off on a weekend adventure.
Scintilla paired with life's many celebrations!
Wine Club & Guest Relations 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 Laws 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 has led the Veritas Marketing Department since 2023, blending her love for wine with her marketing skills. Alongside her professional life, she enjoys yoga, runs a small family flower farm, and enjoys quiet moments with her husband and two cats.
Marketing Manager
Favorite Wine
Monticello White '23 on its own or Petit Manseng paired with Spicy Pad Thai
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 enjoys yoga, runs a small family flower farm, and enjoys quiet moments with her husband and two cats.
Monticello White '23 on its own or Petit Manseng paired with Spicy Pad Thai
Marketing Manager
Favorite Wine
DEAN HUGHES
Dean Hughes, a local to Afton, graduated from Nelson County High School in 1999. The first half of his career was spent working as a mechanic at local automotive shops. He transitioned into facilities management at Blue Mountain Brewery, where he worked for 7 years before joining Veritas in 2022. Dean’s vast knowledge and experience in plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry have greatly benefited us; he is a genuine “Jack of All Trades.” When he’s not “saving the day” at Veritas, you will likely find him at a ball field, fishing, hunting, or at the beach with his family. Dean resides in Afton with his wife, Crystal, and their four boys, Trevor, Mason, Levi, and Easton.
Claret
Facilities Manager
Favorite Wine
DEAN HUGHES
Dean Hughes, a local to Afton, graduated from Nelson County High School in 1999. The first half of his career was spent working as a mechanic at local automotive shops. He transitioned into facilities management at Blue Mountain Brewery, where he worked for 7 years before joining Veritas in 2022. Dean’s vast knowledge and experience in plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry have greatly benefited us; he is a genuine “Jack of All Trades.” When he’s not “saving the day” at Veritas, you will likely find him at a ball field, fishing, hunting, or at the beach with his family. Dean resides in Afton with his wife, Crystal, and their four boys, Trevor, Mason, Levi, and Easton.
Claret
Facilities Manager
Favorite Wine
SHANNON MARSHALL
Shannon has been with Veritas since 2018. She graduated from Liberty University 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 & HR Manager
Favorite Wine
Petit Verdot and Claret
SHANNON MARSHALL
Shannon has been with Veritas since 2018. She graduated from Liberty University 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 & HR Manager
Favorite Wine
Petit Verdot and Claret
SAMANTHA CLARK
Samantha Clarke is the Accounting & HR Administrator at Veritas, where she supports human resources, payroll, accounting, and employee relations while helping create a positive workplace experience across the winery. With six years of HR experience and her SHRM-CP certification, she is passionate about building a culture where employees feel supported, heard, and valued. Outside of work, Samantha enjoys training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reading fiction, photography, gardening, and spending time with her husband and their three cats: Riot, Rocket, and Roux. Having grown up in an Air Force family and lived around the world, she considers Germany home and appreciates opportunities to connect with people from diverse backgrounds. When she's not working, you can often find her with a good book in hand—or enjoying a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot in Virginia wine country.
Accounting & HR Administrator
Favorite Wine
Petit Verdot with cheese
SAMANTHA CLARKE
Samantha Clarke is the Accounting & HR Administrator at Veritas, where she supports human resources, payroll, accounting, and employee relations while helping create a positive workplace experience across the winery. With six years of HR experience and her SHRM-CP certification, she is passionate about building a culture where employees feel supported, heard, and valued. Outside of work, Samantha enjoys training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reading fiction, photography, gardening, and spending time with her husband and their three cats: Riot, Rocket, and Roux. Having grown up in an Air Force family and lived around the world, she considers Germany home and appreciates opportunities to connect with people from diverse backgrounds. When she's not working, you can often find her with a good book in hand—or enjoying a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot in Virginia wine country.
Accounting & HR Administrator
Favorite Wine
Petit Verdot with cheese
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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