Our People

The strength of Seaview lies in its people – a team of hardworking, committed professionals who care deeply about their craft and the land they work with.
Antony Bell
GENERAL MANAGER
Antony Bell
Having first helped out at a local vineyard as a teenager, it didn’t take long for Ants to identify that wine was his passion, and he’s been a part of the industry ever since.
Natalie Christensen
Chief Winemaker
Natalie Christensen

Natalie is a gifted winemaker with 20 years of experience working in France, Spain, USA and Aotearoa, with stints at notable New Zealand wineries Saint Clair Family Estate and Matahiwi Estate.

National Supply Manager
Craig Vanstone
Craig leads the dynamic team responsible for Quality and Assurance, Sustainability, Growing Partners, Technical Viticulture, and Off-Market Wine sales and purchases.
David Sheard
Viticulture Manager
David Sheard

David joined Seaview Estate at the start of 2019 after many years at Constellation Wines, where he was Vice President NZ Viticulture Operations.

Senior Winemaker
Angela Walsh

Angela’s winemaking journey started in Wanaka, inspired by a role at Rippon winery that ignited a lasting interest.

Abigal Maxwell
Quality Assurance Manager / Winemaker
Abigail Maxwell

All it took was one sip of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc to spark a passion that would shape Abigail’s career.

Production Winemaker
Ruby McManaway​
Ruby is a proud Marlborough local and Production Winemaker at Seaview Estate, bringing 10 years of hands-on experience across vineyard, cellar, and winery operations.
Jacqueline Lizama
Production Winemaker
Jacqueline Lizama

Jacqui, originally from Chile, began her winemaking journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Oenology and Viticulture from the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile.

Michael Hix
Assistant Winemaker
Micheal Hix

Micheal is the Assistant Winemaker at Seaview Estate Wines. He began his career in the wine industry in 2016.

Seaview Estate

Defined by the coast.

Seaview Estate
Our Story

Seaview Estate lies on Marlborough’s rugged coastal edge — a place defined by wind, salt air, and the steady rhythm of the Pacific.

Awards & Accolades
Awards & Accolades

Our awards reflect more than exceptional wines — they recognise the dedication, sustainability leadership, and winemaking expertise that define our team.

Accreditations
Accreditations

Our accreditations represent more than compliance; they reflect our promise to operate with care and our deep respect for people and place.