Team

Steve and Seanne Contursi
PROPRIETORS
Arrow&Branch proprietors Steve and Seanne Contursi share a great love for the wines of Bordeaux, particularly those produced with a large quantity of Cabernet Franc, such as Château Cheval Blanc. The couple began their romance while traveling through Bordeaux in the mid 1980’s. They have since found their dreams come true living and making wine in Napa Valley. They sought out their Coombsville Estate vineyard property with an eye to producing top-quality Bordeaux blend wines from Napa Valley.
The Contursi family lives in Laguna Beach & Napa and purchased the Arrow&Branch Estate Vineyard in November 2007. Etude Wines founder Tony Soter, a renowned Napa Valley winemaker and prominent wine consultant, previously owned the organic vineyard property. The vineyard was the source of Soter’s renowned and highly rated “Little Creek” Cabernet Franc. The Contursi’s have maintained the organic farming. Through their ongoing work with the detail oriented Viticulturalist, Michael Wolf, are continually bringing improvements this exceptional vineyard site.

Jennifer Williams
WINEMAKER
In April 2011, Jennifer Williams assumed the role of Winemaker at Arrow&Branch. Having garnered extensive experience and knowledge from esteemed figures in the wine industry, including Rosemary Cakebread, Francoise Peschon, and the Novak family, we were thrilled to welcome Jennifer and her exceptional skills and expertise to the world of Arrow&Branch wines.
In 2002, Williams joined Araujo and Spottswoode as a harvest intern, splitting her time between these two great winemaking estates. At Spottswoode, Jennifer was drawn to the philosophy of organic and sustainable farming, which Tony Soter had introduced in 1985. Following harvest, she joined their team full time, working under vineyard guru David Abreu in the fields and Rosemary Cakebread in the winery. In 2004, with a deeper understanding of the estate vineyard, she took over as Vineyard Manager and was Spottswoode’s Winemaker from 2006 to 2011. The San Francisco Chronicle named Jennifer a “Winemaker to Watch” in 2007.
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Michael Wolf
VINEYARD MANAGER
Originally from New York, Wolf and two college friends made their way west after college, settling on forty remote acres in Mendocino County. Wolf’s first position in a large vineyard operation made immediate sense to him, and he became serious about pursuing a career in viticulture.
After serving three years as Ranch Foreman at Mendocino Vineyard Co. in Ukiah, Wolf signed on as Vice President of Vineyard Operations at Juliana Vineyards in northern Napa County’s Pope Valley. During his twelve years there he was charged with transforming wooded grazing land into productive vineyards, and garnered extensive experience in all facets of vineyard development and management. Wolf was then appointed Vineyard Manager for Beckstoffer Vineyards in Napa, where he oversaw planning and implementation of all viticultural operations for 700 acres of vineyards.
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Michael Ploetz
VICE PRESIDENT OF HOSPITALITY & SALES
Michael's degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management led him to the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago & Jackson Hole, the Peninsula Beverly Hills and Auberge Resorts. There he received mentorship into the world of luxury high-touch hospitality along with restaurant management experience under Chefs Jose Andres & Michael Voltaggio and eventually landing a leadership role in the iconic Peninsula Beverly Hills. With his move to the Napa Valley, his focus has shifted to the world of fine wine. Along with raising his family, Michael is here to help Arrow&Branch clients immerse themselves in the world of Napa Valley wines.

Sriti Misra Fusillo
DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL SALES
Sriti Misra Fusillo brings over a decade of expertise in sales and marketing within the luxury wine industry to her role as the Director of Sales and Marketing at Arrow&Branch. With a background that uniquely blends science, entrepreneurship and a deep passion for wine, she has carved out a distinguished career that positions her perfectly for leading the national marketing efforts of our brand.
Sriti’s journey began with a degree in Microbiology from the University of Arizona, where she contributed to the groundbreaking Human Genome Project. However, her entrepreneurial spirit soon led her in a different direction, founding a successful children's accessories line that was eventually sold to Disney.
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Steven A. Contursi
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Steven Contursi returned to California in 2023 to join Arrow&Branch, embarking on the next chapter of his career after 11 years on the East Coast. A graduate of the College of Charleston with a degree in Business and Finance, Steven spent his early professional years in Charleston, where he successfully grew a financial planning practice with Merrill Lynch, specializing in retirement and estate planning for families and businesses.
Driven by a passion for customer service and family business, Steven transitioned into the wine industry, where he now focuses on continuing the legacy of Arrow&Branch. Steven resides on the Arrow&Branch vineyard property with his wife and son. When he's away from the winery, Steven enjoys long weekend adventures with his wife, Lia, and son, Rocco. In his free time, you’ll often find him cycling up and down the valley.

Ashley Hassel
PHOTOGRAPHER
Our Photographer and Marketing Coordinator, Ashley Hassel is the newest member of the Arrow&Branch team. Making the move from Missouri to the Golden State, Ashley joined our team in 2020 and she handles all of the photography, social media and marketing campaigns for the S.L. Contursi network.
Ashley was born and raised in the Midwest and is a graduate of Oklahoma State University. When she’s not taking photos she enjoys spending time with her husband Corey, and her daughter Hali, as well as hiking, biking and soaking up the sun at the nearest beach. Ashley, is now on the East Coast working remotely for both A&B and RCW, but travels west to Napa every so often to get content. “I am so blessed to be a part of the Arrow&Branch team and look forward to growing and succeeding with them”, says Ashley.

Jose Bautista
GROUNDSKEEPER
For over a decade, Jose has been managing the maintenance and grounds of our Estate in Coombsville, ensuring that our property remains as beautiful and well-maintained as the wines we produce. His dedication, and work ethic are unmatched, making him an invaluable member of the Arrow&Branch Family.
Jose’s role extends far beyond his dedicated groundskeeping. He has cultivated thriving vegetable beds that keep us well-stocked with an array of seasonal fruits, nuts, and vegetables throughout the year. His contributions not only elevate the beauty of our estate but also support our culinary endeavors. We especially enjoy his family salsa recipe that has become a favorite among the entire team! When Jose’s not tending to the grounds of A&B, he enjoys spending his free time relaxing in his garden with a nice cold refreshment.