Our team

 Here at Alto Vineyards, we are one big family. Our company is more than just a workplace, it’s the beating heart of a community. We see everyone who works here as their own unique individual, with skills, talents, and a story to tell. That’s why we’d like to introduce you to everyone.

  • Dan Renzaglia PRESIDENT As the President and CEO, Dan has led Alto Vineyards to success for over two decades. During his leadership, the business added our second site in Champaign and built the new Tasting Room in Alto Pass.

    Dan Renzaglia

    PRESIDENT

    As the President and CEO, Dan has led Alto Vineyards to success for over two decades. During his leadership, the business added our second site in Champaign and built the new Tasting Room in Alto Pass. He is a highly experienced and talented entrepreneur, who oversees the business from a macro level and is involved in all financial decisions.

  • Karen Renzaglia VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS With nearly 30 years of experience developing and implementing comprehensive programs that serve Southern Illinois, Karen brings strong leadership skills and a community-focus to the winery.

    Karen Renzaglia

    VICE PRESIDENT OF OPERATIONS

    With nearly 30 years of experience developing and implementing comprehensive programs that serve Southern Illinois, Karen brings strong leadership skills and a community-focus to the winery. She is committed to building the business while maintaining the core values of family, diversity, and sustaining the culture and beauty of our region.

  • Paul Renzaglia VICE PRESIDENT OF PRODUCTION AND VINEYARDS As the first winemaker in the 1980s, Paul established Alto Vineyards as an nationally and internationally acclaimed winery. He and his father Guy were pioneers in building a thriving wine an

    Paul Renzaglia

    VICE PRESIDENT OF PRODUCTION AND VINEYARDS

    As the first winemaker in the 1980s, Paul established Alto Vineyards as an nationally and internationally acclaimed winery. He and his father Guy were pioneers in building a thriving wine and grape industry in Southern Illinois and across the state. His maintains the high quality of our wines and provides a cohesive environment for supporting the production and vineyard staff.

  • Katrina Renzaglia EVENTS AND RENTALS MANAGER With her passionate and creative ideas, Katrina designs and oversees the unique events and rental spaces that distinguish Alto Vineyards. She and her husband Paul have been key to shaping the direction

    Katrina Renzaglia

    EVENTS AND RENTALS MANAGER

    With her passionate and creative ideas, Katrina designs and oversees the unique events and rental spaces that distinguish Alto Vineyards. She and her husband Paul have been key to shaping the direction of growth and the community-focus of our business.

  • Cassi Hines RETAIL MANAGER She’s the first smiling face that greets you when you visit our tasting room. Cassi has been with us since 2016 and with her organizational talent, she is a positive leader of our retail staff.

    Cassi Hines

    RETAIL MANAGER

    She’s the first smiling face that greets you when you visit our tasting room. Cassi has been with us since 2016 and with her organizational talent, she is a positive leader of our retail staff.

  • Jim Weir

    WHOLESALE MANAGER

    Jim is our charismatic wholesale manager. With his charm, he makes sure the rest of Illinois gets to enjoy our delicious wines in stores and restaurants near you!

  • Aurelio VITICULTURIST Aurelio has been the vineyard manager for nearly 20 years. His vast knowledge of grape growing and extensive experience in agriculture make him an invaluable leader and teacher. The high quality of grapes he nurtures are key t

    Aurelio

    VITICULTURIST

    Aurelio has been the vineyard manager for nearly 20 years. His vast knowledge of grape growing and extensive experience in agriculture make him an invaluable leader and teacher. The high quality of grapes he nurtures are key the award-winning wines we produce.

  • Bob Martin GROUNDSKEEPER Bob is our kind-hearted groundskeeper who has been with us since October 2021. Not only does he help maintain our beautiful vineyard he also is willing to help wherever he can.

    Bob Martin

    GROUNDSKEEPER

    Bob is our kind-hearted groundskeeper who has been with us since October 2021. Not only does he help maintain our beautiful vineyard he also is willing to help wherever he can.

  • Sydney Cobb

    EVENTS COORDINATOR (Champaign)

    Sydney has been a member of the Alto team since July, 2024. As the events coordinator at our northern location, she brings new energy and creative ideas that are making Alto Vineyards an important entertainment destination in Champaign and Central Illinois.

  • Jack Weir

    Jack Weir

    GM & BAR TENDER

    (Champaign)

    Jack is part of the third generation of the Renzaglia family that works at Alto Vineyards. As general manager and team leader, he works with the same charm as his dad, Jim Weir. He is one of the friendly faces you’ll see behind the bar.