The Estates Group

Fine wine isn’t just a category—it’s a craft. We provide access and awareness to RNDC’s most admired luxury and estate wines.

We specialize in a portfolio of wines that the most prestigious, recognized and respected restaurants and wine shops desire. The Estates Group wines are wines of place and character stewarded by real people and authentic stories.

The Estates Group associates are certified wine professionals that are actively involved in the food and wine culture and community. We implement proven luxury tactics, from East to West to deliver a clear, aligned and reliable route to market for our customers and supplier partners.

We elevate our customer experience with our unparalleled specialization in Sake, Italian wines, imports and our team of Master Sommeliers. We pride ourselves in our expertise in understanding wine types from around the world, allowing us to offer a curated selection of exceptional wines tailored to our customer preferences. Our suppliers and customers trust our experienced teams to provide expert consultation and personalized service, making RNDC the ultimate destination for exquisite wines and unparalleled expertise.

Bringing 120+ years of fine wine experience, our strategy is consistent across the United States, and led by Gabe Abdo, TEG Lead and Senior Vice President.

The Estates Group Lead and SVP

Gabe Abdo

Senior Vice President and Lead of The Estates Group

Abdo has over 26 years of industry experience. During his career, he ran the Platinum Division in Houston and moved to Dallas to run Platinum for Texas.

From Texas, Abdo relocated to Colorado where he served as the Vice President of Wine for RNDC Colorado. Most recently, he serves as the Senior Vice President of fine wine for RNDC, Texas.