Harvest Cellar Internship 2018
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Early Mountain Vineyards
Madison,
Virginia
Early Mountain Vineyards is located in Madison, Virginia and is part of the Monticello Wine Trail in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With a strong commitment to the vineyard, as well as a fervent expression of place, our mission is to craft high-quality wines and to participate in Virginia's ascent as a world-class wine region. For additional information on the winery, please visit earlymountain.com.
Early Mountain Vineyards is seeking cellar interns for the 2018 harvest. Internships start in August (exact timeframe TBD) and end approximately early November or December (season dependent).
Job responsibilities will include:
Cleaning and sanitation of work environment
Fruit processing: fruit intake, sorting, destemming, crushing, press operation
Fermentation monitoring
Pumpover, punchdowns, rackings
Assist in bottling operations
Perform other cellar duties as needed
Qualifications:
Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Willingness to work long hours and up to 7 days a week at times
Understanding of general winemaking practices
Previous harvest and/or lab skills
A positive attitude, sense of humor and keen eye for detail
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
Must have own transportation
Spanish speaking skills are a plus
Compensation: Interns will be paid hourly and are eligible for overtime pay.
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