The Duckhorn Portfolio is North America’s premier luxury wine company. We were established in 1976 by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn. Today, our portfolio features some of North America’s most revered wineries, including Duckhorn Vineyards, Decoy, Goldeneye, Calera, Kosta Browne, Greenwing and Postmark.

The Harvest Enologist will provide daily support to winemaking operations through accurate data entry, preparation of fermentation additions and well as conducting daily administrative tasks. This role will be located full-time at our Waterfowl Winery, in Hopland. The position requires an understanding of winemaking to ensure the highest quality standards are always upheld. Additionally, the position requires a focused attention to detail, a passion for organization, and a proactive desire to help wherever needed.

What we will ask you to do:

Track fermentations
Maintain wine tracking software and winemaking spreadsheets.
Write inoculation and additions work orders.
Prepare cap management work orders.
Taste and evaluate wines with the winemaking team.
Support winemakers with logistics and special projects, as needed
Review SOPs.
Assist with other work in the cellar and the laboratory, as needed

What you will need:

Excellent organizational and time management skills
Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Ability to work independently and stay on task
Computer skills, including Excel and Word
Valid California driver’s license and clean driving record
Experience with winery software and/or Viticulture or Enology coursework
What we will provide:

The hourly range for this position is $23.00 - $26.00.
Discounts on wine and merchandise.
Sick time accrual.
A diverse team of coworkers that care about each other in a?fun, exciting work environment.
A company that promotes from within provides great training and development programs and opportunities.