Meet the Team

In Memoriam

Dick & Dolores Kelsey

What began as a retirement project back in 1999 had blossomed into a full-time labor of love for the late Dick and Dolores Kelsey, long-time residents of See Canyon. While 100% of our grapes are now sourced, the winery property used to play host to the Estate Chardonnay and Estate Pinot Noir. Dick and Dolores have also made space for the 200+ wild peacocks on the property, with more chicks hatching each year.

Owner & General Manager

Keith Kelsey

Son of Dick and Dolores and immensely proud of his family's heritage, Keith can often be overheard explaining the family history to interested visitors and ensuring each customer is enjoying their experience.

A former Avila Beach Fire Chief and Port San Luis Harbor Commissioner, Keith can often be found tending to the winery property, as well as managing quality control for the wines and hard ciders produced here.

Winemaker & General Manager

Joey Roedl

An Atascadero native, Joey received his Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business from California Polytechnic State University, SLO in 2014. Joey is married to Laurie Kelsey’s beautiful niece Courtney. He lives in Atascadero with their two children.

In between learning how to make wine from the amazing Jac Jacobs, he plays sports and enjoys the outdoors. To Joey, winemaking is just as much fun as it is hard work. Joey says, “I learned that I am truly blessed to be a part of this family business. There is no place in the world I'd rather be than Kelsey See Canyon Vineyards.”

Tasting Room Manager

Holly Russell

Hailing from the greater Bay Area, Holly has worked faithfully for the Kelsey Family for over 8 years. Having received her Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration from Cal Poly in 2010, she's held positions elsewhere such as Marketing Assistant and Marketing/Communications Coordinator.

In 2016, Holly began working for the Kelsey Family in their Tasting Room. Her expert knowledge of customer service and all aspects of the winemaking process have made her an invaluable asset to the family.

Wine Club Manager & Assistant GM

James Greenway

James met the family through the church in the small town of Creston, and began working for them in their vineyards at a young age. As a Creston native and having grown up with the Kelseys, he found his calling after helping with the harvest and crush seasons of 2018. In 2019, he gratefully accepted the position of Wine Club Manager.

In his free time, James can be found enjoying his time outdoors, as well as working toward his aspirations of becoming a pilot. He genuinely enjoys his work with Kelsey Winery, and strives to expand his understanding and knowledge of the wine industry.

Assistant Winemaker

Grace Wearda

Born and raised in San Luis Obispo, Grace received her Bachelor's Degree in Wine & Viticulture from Cal Poly SLO in 2020. After her experience working in the Tasting Room, helping with the 2020 harvest, and spending some time in Napa Valley, she happily accepted the position of Assistant Winemaker.

When she's away from the cellar, she enjoys spending time outdoors and traveling, and couldn't be happier to be back home at Kelsey Winery.