Our Winery Family & Team
Our team is dedicated to making amazing wine that is designed to bring joy to every sip.
The Proprietors
Jason McClain
The head wine guy. Husband, Entrepreneur, father of 3 and traveling wine enthusiast.
Sofia McClain
The all-around renaissance woman. Wife, Mother of 3, Registered Nurse and wine connoisseur.
The Management Team
Dean Guzman
The man behind the grapes. Mad Scientist, father of 3 and a 25-year veteran in the wine industry.
Jillian Howison
Our master multitasker. The one who makes sure that we dot our “I”s and cross our “T”s.
Alyssia Trancoso
Whether it’s with her guests, with our native roots, or with Mother Earth… Alyssia is all about culture and connection.
Anessa
From inventory to shipping to wine club to support… it’s hard to find something Anessa doesn’t do!
Our Wine Ambassadors
Nathalie
One of our awesome friends who loves to show our guests our “stupid-good” wine.
Jamie
As someone who loves to create relationships over shared meals and wine, Jamie loves to serve!
Julia
Our resident Wildlife Conservationist, Julia will make sure you have a “roaring” good time
Taylor
Whether she’s serving wine or making music, Taylor makes sure every experience is one to remember!
Cornelius
Originally a beer guy, Cornelius has fallen in love with wine… and he’ll make sure you do, too!
Brittany
Santa Maria Valley native, Brittany, will make sure that you feel at home when visiting McClain Cellars.
Caitlin
Whether she’s shooting footage for our videos or serving you in the lounge, Caitlin makes memories that last.
Shane
Laguna Beach “ring leader”, Shane, always gives his guests the most informative, spunky, and exquisite wine experience.
Chelsea
A self-described “full-blown extrovert”, Chelsea will make your experience one you will never forget!
Hayley
As a student of Environmental Science and Botany, Hayely’s love of viticulture comes out when she shares McClain wine with her guests.
McCade
Student, golfer, traveler, future entrepreneur… McCade’s passion for hospitality is second to none.
Elizabeth (Liz)
Solvang native, forensic scientist, writer for the hit TV series, CSI, and wine ambassador… Liz is truly one of a kind!
Created by Wine Enthusiasts for our very Best Friends.
What Others Have To Say...
Clients Testimonials
Wow! That is all I can say about McClain wines. Jason & Sofia have done a great job putting together an amazing collection of wines. We are in love with Painted Dreams. That one really rocks! Every wine they seem to put out seems to get better with age. I can enjoy them now or wait for a while. They never disappoint.
Nothing compares to this. We are so in love with McClain Cellars. These wines are easy to drink and change as they open up. Happy to be a lifetime club member over here.
The McClain Family has done it again. What an amazing journey it has been to watch them grow and make the move into wine. This vineyard is second to none. The rich flavors are 100% amazing. LOVE IT!!!
