Staff

Dorothy’s dedication to the wine and food experience started in the vineyard and garden. She is our winemaker, viticulturist, CEO and visionary. The root of the wine names comes from Dorothy’s background as an attorney.

From former judge to farmer, Charlie has done it all. He famously gave up his shop as it was converted into the Clinton tasting room. Charlie can be found around the Clinton Winery, playing fetch with Lulu and making sure everything is running smoothly.

Martha is your go-to person for a feel good experience. Overseeing all 3 Wide River Tasting Rooms, Martha makes sure that every customer has a memorable wine experience and enjoys everything Wide River has to offer.

Liz Quinn, Chief of Operations, leads the sales, marketing, distribution, financial and talent management of the growing winery. She’s also learning the wine growing and production side of the business.

Ceil brings over 25 years experience in the hospitality industry as a special events planner. She enjoys working with people and it shows. Ceil heads up the bookings at the Wide River Winery Inn above our Tasting Room in Le Claire and the River Lodge in Clinton.

Jimmy can be found in the back of the Clinton tasting room blending, filtering and bottling all of our delicious wines. Now a skilled winemaker, Jimmy started as a driver with Wide River over 10 years ago! When not making award winning wines, Jimmy is an avid camper and outdoor enthusiast.

We can count on Barb for excellence in bottling, pruning, grape processing and smart remarks. Barb can be found raising and training German shepherds and tending to chickens when not at the winery.

Sarah is a Clinton local celebrating 10 years with Wide River.  With a kind, laid back attitude and incredible wine knowledge, Sarah turns the Clinton Tasting Room into an unforgettable experience for all who come to visit. Be sure to ask her what tasty snacks she’s making next.

Andrew is the engine behind our wholesale department; selling and delivering our wine to over 120 stores across Iowa and Illinois. In his free time, Andrew can be found on the green practicing for the PGA tour.

Dorothy “Bud” Farach cares for the grapes and flowers at our Clinton vineyard, takes care of our River Lodge, and gives fun, informative vineyard tours. Bud has been with Wide River for over 10 years! A former teacher, Bud has a passion for theater and horseback riding.

Roxy works hard keeping the Village in tip-top shape and having fun with customers! She is also your go to contact if you want to host a private party or event with us.