Winemaker (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Daniel's Vineyard (http://www.danielsvineyard.com/)

  Indianapolis, Indiana

Company Overview

Daniel’s Vineyard is a full production winery and event venue offering a portfolio of 15 high quality wines.  Together alongside their five kids, the idea to plant a vineyard was sown in the Tuscan foothills over a bottle of wine by husband and wife, Daniel and Kimberly.  Upon arrival back to the states, they began to put their dream into action. In 2010, over 14,000 grape vines were cultivated into the Indiana soil by family, friends, and neighbors. As the vines have flourished over the years, so has the Daniel’s Vineyard community.

Job description:

Daniels Vineyard is in growth mode and The Winemaker will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the wine production process. This includes strategic direction as well as day-to-day operations. As a part of the management team in a growing business, this is a key role in an exciting industry.

Responsibilities:

 Oversee and participate in all aspects of the winemaking process:

• Set and implement direction on the processing of the grapes, production of wine, storage of product and bottling of product.
• Coordinate pick dates with vineyard manager and general manager.
• Coordinate harvest day operations in the winery.
• Perform chemical analysis on wines and conduct all lab work.
• Conduct all stages of wine production including fermentations and filtrations.
• Set production schedules in line with the capabilities of the facility.
• Supervise maintenance and repair of equipment and tanks used in the cellar operation.
• Keep a safe, clean, organized production area.
• Order and maintain inventory of supplies related to winemaking.
• Monitor the condition of all wines in an effort to prevent spoilage.
• Assist in development of the product mix and grape needs for coming season.
• Work with sales to project the desired product mix based on the past year’s sales.
• Work as part of leadership team to help set company direction.
• Continually look to innovate winemaking and production and adapt to changing market conditions.

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic, willing to work long hours during harvest and bottling. Enology/viticulture degree preferred.
• Experience with MS Office Suite. Strong Excel skills preferred.
• Able to lift 50lbs overhead.                                                                 
• Able to work with a small team in a supportive and positive atmosphere.