Nestled in the rolling hills of Sonoma County, Freestone is a charming, off-the-beaten-path destination that embodies the best of California's wine country. With its cool coastal breezes, fog kissed vineyards, and rich soils, this tiny hamlet is home to some of the most elegant and expressive wines in the region.

Joseph Phelps Vineyards has been a producer of iconic wines for the past 50 years. Our vision is to build and inspire to be the best we can be. We strive for excellence while growing our business and people, while remaining respectful to our history, legacy, the land, and each other.

We are seeking harvest interns to assist our small production team in all facets of winemaking at our Sonoma Coast facility in Freestone, California, from August to October of 2026.

Production

The job responsibilities as a harvest intern may include but not limited to:
Performing routine cellar duties, including but not limited to; grape receival, processing, pressing, draining, barrel downs, and topping.
Performing tank and barrel additions and inoculations when necessary.
Doing pump overs and punch downs
Cleaning and sanitizing winery equipment.
Wine movements and barrel work such as racking, transfers, stacking, washing and maintenance.
Following all safety protocols, standards, and procedures

Vineyards

Canopy management
Grape maturity sampling
Various other tasks