VineSmith Vineyard Services was founded by Jeanette Smith. Jeanette began working in Virginia vineyards in 1981 while studying Horticulture at Virginia Tech. Since receiving her bachelor's degree in 1983, she has been involved in the planning, management and maintenance of winegrape vineyards in New York, North Carolina and Virginia. Jeanette has worked as a vineyard laborer, manager, agricultural extension agent and consultant. She operates her own vineyard on her farm in Shenandoah County, Virginia. When he’s not sneaking on to the couch, Jeanette’s loyal partner Bubba often accompanies her on her vineyard visits.