Each of the vineyard's nearly 200 blocks is farmed by hand for 80 different wineries to accommodate its diverse terroir. As viticulturist to such a large and varied property, Gabrielle is fluent in the language of extremes such as aspect, slope, direction, and how they combine to create world class fruit. She understands exactly what style each winemaker seeks, what farming practices are required to achieve that style, and communicates with Esteban LLamas, our vineyard manager, and his foreman to execute each farming plan. With her own specialized teams, she directs grapevine nutrition, irrigation, and vine health practices.