About Us
About
Yonah Mountain Vineyards
Owners
Bob And Jane Miller
General Manager
Eric Miller
Since transitioning full-time to Yonah in 2011, he has helped grow the winery from a small family business to a thriving operation with over 40 employees. An advocate for Georgia's wine industry, Eric serves on the Georgia Wine & Grape Commission and is passionate about positioning North Georgia as an "East Coast Napa."
Outside of work, he enjoys time with his wife, three daughters, and various pets—and if you're lucky, you might catch him playing drums alongside his dad at the vineyard.
Business Development Manager/Outside Sales
Matthew Vrahiotes
Matt resides in Alto, GA, with his loving wife Lindsey and their three children. A graduate of Valdosta State University with a degree in Public Relations, before joining the wine industry he was a non-profit executive with several national non-profit companies.
His favorite Yonah Mountain wine is the Riesling because it reminds him of his childhood growing up in Germany.
Wedding and Events Manager
Samantha Sullens
Raised in a family of six, Samantha married her high school sweetheart in July 2024. When she isn't helping to plan unforgettable events at Yonah, she enjoys spending time at her local church, being with her husband, or experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
She is proud to be part of Yonah's Events Team, a group of dedicated professionals who make every occasion truly special.
Tasting Room Manager
Carly Thompson
Born and raised here in Cleveland, Carly began her journey at Yonah Mountain Vineyards in 2016 at just 18 years old. She has worked in multiple facets of the company, but enjoys being in the Tasting Room the most and creating memorable experiences for our guests.
Carly loves to spend her free time visiting local wineries and learning more about the wine industry, recently completing her WSET II certification through the Oenophile Institute in Smyrna. When not reading, winery hopping, or planning her next travel adventure, she's at home cuddling with her favorite feline, Zune!
Assistant Tasting Room Manager
Tanner Whitehead
Tanner joined our team in 2017 and is now our lead Wine Educator and Assistant Tasting Room Manager. He loves hosting tours and educational classes for both our guests and staff (especially blind tastings)! His goal is for every guest to leave having learned something new.
Outside of work, you can find Tanner cooking, reading a fantasy book, or playing his favorite card game, Magic: The Gathering. His favorite wine is always the next glass of wine he has with friends or family. Cheers!
Wine Club & Lodging Manager
Jennifer Abernathy
Jennifer joined Yonah Mountain Vineyards in 2014 and took over the Wine Club a year later, helping grow it into the vibrant Yonah At Home program. She's passionate about connecting with members and curating memorable wine experiences—calling the club her "baby." Her favorite wine is the 2022 Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
Originally from South Georgia, Jennifer moved to North Georgia in 2011 with her two daughters. She met her husband in 2014, gaining three stepsons, and in 2018 they welcomed their youngest son—forming their own modern-day Brady Bunch. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, true crime documentaries, and spending time with her big, blended family.
Winemaker
Tristen Vanhoff
Vineyard Manager
Jorge Camacho
Director of Marketing
Russell Sauvé
Beyond his professional role, Russell enjoys spending time with his daughter, friends, and family. He also has a passion for playing poker and making music in his spare time.
