Aperture champions a range of highly acclaimed Bordeaux style wines from Sonoma County. With a mission to craft wines with a level of quality and refinement that set the benchmark for Cabernet, Malbec and Bordeaux blends, the winery is located in Healdsburg, Sonoma County, and focuses on an elevated level of precision farming and meticulous winemaking. The state-of-the-art production facility provides the tools and resources necessary for the most intricate, creative, and experimental winemaking objectives.

The Seasonal Winemaking Laboratory Intern plays a key role on the enology team during the harvest season. This hands-on position supports all laboratory and fermentation-related activities, providing an excellent opportunity to gain practical harvest experience in a dynamic winery environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, physically capable of demanding work, and eager to learn throughout a fast-paced harvest.

***Lunch will be provided Monday-Friday throughout harvest***

Key Responsibilities
•  Monitor daily Brix and temperature of fermentation vessels
•  Perform inoculations and nutrient additions
•  Conduct tank and barrel sampling
•  Assist with harvest maturity sampling and analysis
•  Prepare and analyze laboratory samples
•  Accurately enter data into Vintrace
•  Maintain strict sanitation and safety protocols
•  Provide support to cellar operations as needed
Duties may change based on operational needs during harvest.

Required Qualifications
•  Coursework or extended education in chemistry, enology, or a related field
•  At least one harvest, cellar, or laboratory experience preferred
•  Ability to work full-time, including overtime, weekends, and holidays during harvest
•  Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
•  Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
•  Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
•  Basic math skills, including arithmetic, algebra, and unit conversions
•  Authorized to work in the United States

Physical & Work Environment Requirements
•  Ability to lift 50+ lbs and perform physically strenuous tasks
•  Comfortable working at heights, on ladders and catwalks, and in confined spaces
•  Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and reach overhead frequently
•  Works with winery chemicals, gas fumes, hot water, steam, and equipment
•  Exposure to loud noise levels and variable indoor/outdoor temperatures
•  Reliable transportation required