Our Team

  • McPRICE "MAC" MYERS

    FOUNDER & WINEMAKER

    McPrice “Mac” Myers was born and raised in the San Gabriel Valley - a former baseball player who discovered wine behind a Trader Joe’s checkout counter and never looked back. No enology degree. No family vineyard. Just a relentlessly curious palate and the stubborn work ethic that doesn’t announce itself. For over 24 years, that approach has produced some of California’s most lauded wines.

    2024 SLO County Winemaker of the Year
    2025 Wine Industry Leader of 2025 - Wine Business Monthly

  • VENUS LAI

    VENUS LAI

    OWNER AND STYLE GURU

    With a PhD in Molecular & Medical Genetics, Venus has successfully led cutting edge scientific research at two leading biotechnology companies - Regeneron and Amgen. In addition to her work in therapeutic drug development, she has always been passionate about the science and products of fermentation - wine, whiskey, beer, and sake. She even used to host “Fermentation Seminars” for her colleagues – little did she know that this would become the focus of her life! Venus now lends her inventive nature, enthusiasm for wine, considerable business skills and her impeccable sense of style to the McPrice Myers Winery.

  • ADRIAN PEREZ

    ASSOCIATE WINEMAKER & BRAND PARTNER

    Adrian Perez has been a driving force at McPrice Myers Wines since 2010, when he first joined the cellar team. His dedication, skill, and collaborative spirit quickly propelled him into leadership, and today he serves as Associate Winemaker and Brand Partner.

    Working alongside Mac, Adrian plays a key role in vineyard oversight, blending decisions, and brand development. His thoughtful approach and innovative mindset have earned recognition within the industry and contributed to the winery’s reputation for crafting distinctive, expressive wines.

  • LIZ GILLINGHAM

    DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS & BRAND PARTNER

    Liz is the powerhouse behind the scenes, ensuring everything runs smoothly while the wine is being crafted. From overseeing HR and finances to humanely relocating rattlesnakes from the vineyards, Liz does it all. Her expertise in logistics, passion for wine, and deep commitment to the community make her an integral part of the winery. With a talent for keeping things on track and a seamless ability to collaborate with winemakers, team members, and industry peers, Liz is essential to our continued success and growth.

    2022 Paso Robles Wine Unsung Hero

  • BILLY GRANT

    BILLY GRANT

    CHIEF COMMERCIAL OFFICER
    & BRAND PARTNER

    Billy has been involved in the Paso Robles wine industry since 2002, starting out as the co-founder of Four Vines. In the past 20 years, he has served as partner, investor, consultant, and resource to wineries and affiliated businesses in the Paso Robles area. Affectionately known as the loudest guy in the room, Billy has been earnest in promoting the Paso Robles wine region by increasing market reach for brands with creative and unconventional approaches.

    2021 Paso Robles Wine Industry Person of the Year

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    ARON NEVAREZ

    DIRECTOR OF VITICULTURE

    Born in El Durazno village in Durango, Mexico, relocated to Paso Robles at 14. His expertise in Rhône varietals grew during stints at Tablas Creek and GlenRose Vineyards from 1994 to 1997. Joining Rozet (now Derby) Vineyards in 1998 as Vineyard Manager, he honed his skills alongside John Alban for six years before transforming Denner Vineyards into a premier location for Rhône and Bordeaux varieties in 2004. Aron's commitment to sustainable farming emphasizes minimizing chemical use, aiming for enduring vineyard success.

    2025 SLO County Wine Grape Grower of the Year

  • PATRICK McNEIL

    DIRECTOR OF SALES

    Patrick has a long and diverse history in the wine business. As a career-long seeker of the next great brand to build and story to tell, Patrick began “selling” the idea of winemaker McPrice Myers in 2005. His experience as a distributor, a sales director, and a branding agent for clients has given him, and us, an edge on the front lines of distribution. Patrick has a first-hand, primary understanding of what makes our wines and our winemaking namesake so unique. For this reason and many others, Patrick is able to deliver our message directly, personally, and with authenticity.