Joe Nielsen
As General Manager and Director of Winemaking, Joe Nielsen leads Ram's Gate Winery with a clear vision of our winemaking and business programs.
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Meredith Hayes
As Director of DTC Sales & Marketing, Meredith Hayes leads the DTC, membership, brand marketing and distribution programs.
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Rachel Bordes
Assistant Winemaker Rachel Bordes is part of the team who oversees all aspects of wine production, from the vineyards to the lab and cellar.
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Ruby Oliveros
Executive Chef Ruby Oliveros leads the culinary team and works closely with winemaking to create delectable wine and food pairings.
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Jeff O'Neill, Owner and Proprietor
Ram’s Gate Winery is led by owner and one of four original founders, Jeff O’Neill, a wine and spirits industry veteran, entrepreneur and CEO of family-owned and operated O’Neill Vintners & Distillers. Ram’s Gate is the realization of Jeff’s passion to create wines of exceptional quality that stand amongst the best in the world. Jeff's vision for the Estate, designed by renowned architect Howard Backen with interiors by the famed Orlando Diaz-Azcuy, provides the perfect canvas for visitors and members to experience Ram's Gate wines in a truly remarkable setting. As a leader in environmental stewardship for over 20 years, Jeff is also deeply committed to building a better and more sustainable
future for the wine business and was recognized as Wine Enthusiast’s Person of the Year in 2022.