Natalie Bath

Native to California and hailing from St. Helena, Natalie Bath’s journey to winemaking was a serendipitous return to her roots in the Napa Valley. Originally considering a legal career, she rediscovered her passion for wine while working at Angèle restaurant, prompting her to delve into the world of winemaking. After her formative experiences at Etude, Villa Maria in New Zealand, and Littorai in Sebastopol, Natalie’s pivotal role at Rudd Estate, where she began as a cellar hand in 2014 and eventually ascended to Lead Winemaker for Crossroads, solidified her path in the industry. Her dedication to refining vineyard practices, enhancing wine analysis, and steering Rudd Estate’s white wine program culminated in her well-deserved appointment as Winemaker in 2021, marking the culmination of her enduring commitment to the craft.