The AronHill Vineyard Team
JUDY ARON Proprietor
Fearless Leader, Horse Enthusiast, Winegrower
AronHill Vineyards was born in 1996, when Judy joined the proverbial “boy’s club” of Paso Robles winegrowers at a time when the region was only beginning to make a name for itself. She never looked back. Her experience as a horse breeder had forged a hands-on work ethic that drove her to learn the wine business literally from the ground up. Along the way, she became an early proponent of “dry farming”—a challenging yet rewarding method of winegrowing that conserves water and allows for a pure expression of place. She is also renowned for cultivating a spirit of warm hospitality at the tasting room, where she can often be found pouring wine for guests. “You never know what passion you might discover, and where it will take you. For me, winegrowing began as an unexpected journey. It evolved organically, and has become a way of life. I find true thrill in the process, and in sharing the fruits of our labors with others.”
SOPHIA BRODYTasting Room Lead
Super Artista, creative visionary, and a mamasita
Sophia was born and raised here on the Central Coast. She enjoys the natural wonders this area offers, and chatting with the guests about wine, food, and our resident Hawks on the Hill. In 2022, Sophia joined the AronHill family. After years of raising kids, painting, and running women’s empowerment groups, she was delighted to be brought on as a wine associate. Never a dull moment with the crew, always fun interactions with the guests, and most important to Sophia, the uplifting experiences exchanged at the winery. If she had to narrow it down to one, her favorite wine here on the Hill is the the Berrichon for its silky smoothness and how well it pairs perfectly with her favorite dessert, the chocolate pot de crème.
KATHRYN ARONGeneral Manager
Second-Generation Vintner, Proud Mom, Sales Ninja
As the daughter of founder Judy Aron, Kathryn Aron has been a part of the Paso Robles winemaking community for nearly 20 years. She joined AronHill Vineyards full time in 2011. She runs the tasting room, and she recently transitioned to the position of director of sales, with the mission of taking the AronHill brand to the next level. She is also a busy mother of two children, Gavin and Kaitlyn, who can often be found running around the vineyard or helping in the tasting room. Needless to say, spare time is at a premium for Kathryn, but when she gets it, she likes to spend time with friends and explore the beauty of the Central Coast. “There’s such a strong sense of community, camaraderie and family not only here at AronHill, but all across our local wine industry,” she says. “This isn’t just something we do—it’s something we believe in.”
