Albariño grapes thrive in Monterey County’s Gularte Family Vineyard, nestled in Mount Toro’s foothills. These vines occupy a distinct vineyard section, facing Northwest with rows oriented from North to South. This setup captures the afternoon sun while shielding the clusters from morning breezes, preventing sunburn during the late-maturing stage.

The vineyard’s gradient promotes fruit maturity, resulting in a finely-crafted wine with a crisp character. Wayne Gularte’s meticulous studies and trials led him to select this exquisite part of River Road as the ideal terroir for Albariño.