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After spending ten years as chef/owner of 3 high-end restaurants in Florida, Michael and his wife relocated to the Napa Valley in late 2010.  He desired to apply his business acumen and high-level hospitality experience to the wine industry.  Eventually, Michael became the general manager of a small family-owned winery called Seven Stones where he oversaw all aspects of the winery besides the actual winemaking.  Michael stayed with Seven Stones for nine years until the family sold.  At that time, wanting to stay with a small, family-owned, high-end winery, Michael accepted the position as General Manager with Marciano Estate with the goal to carry on the focus of quality in both the wines and the guests’ experience that a property like Marciano Estate can provide.

Growing up in Northern California, only 20 minutes from Napa, Antoinette remembers tagging along with her parents on their wine-tasting excursions to the valley.  Even at a young age, she appreciated the beauty and specialness of the valley.  With a bachelor’s degree in social science, a stressful career in human resources, and a brand-new appreciation for wine, Antoinette felt it was time to explore a different career path, which led her back to the Napa Valley.

Antoinette came to Marciano Estate from Silverado Vineyards, where she spent nine years honing her direct-to-consumer skills in events, hospitality, marketing, e-commerce, and club management, eventually leading to the role of Sr. Wine Club and E-Commerce Manager. With over ten years of wine industry experience, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role as Operations Director, managing everything from release allocations to wine fulfillment and all DTC operational functions in between. Antoinette has been a welcome addition to the team.

Lindsay was raised in the western suburbs of Chicago by her parents, both second-generation Southside Chicago Irish. Lindsay and her sister were exceptionally fortunate to have a mom who loved food, life, and, you guessed it, wine. After earning her bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Illinois at Chicago, she began a career in global logistics. Only surviving the industry by enjoying a glass of wine upon returning home from work, she soon realized she had inherited her mom’s love for wine.

While the city of Chicago has brutal winters, and their sports teams typically result in an increased consumption of wine to put a smile back on your face, Lindsay considers Chicago one of the most spectacular places to live. Regardless, in 2009, she answered the phone when wine called and moved to Napa Valley to chase her passion. It was love at first sight and taste, and once she discovered the ability to have Chicago pizza shipped to her doorstep, there was no turning back.

Throughout her career, Lindsay has had the privilege of working with some of the most remarkable people and wineries in the industry, continually expanding her knowledge and expertise. What makes her journey even more special is that she has been able to share it with her sister, who, along with Lindsay, realized that life is too short to be in a career that doesn’t turn your teeth purple.

In her role as Director of Sales at Marciano Estate, Lindsay McArdle continues to be a driving force in the world of wine, sharing her passion and expertise with all who have the pleasure of crossing her path. Her journey from the Windy City to wine country serves as an inspiration to all those who believe in following their heart and pursuing their true passions.