Enologist

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About the role

Frank Family Vineyards in Calistoga, California is seeking an enologist to support the winemaking team in all aspects of the winery by acting as conduit between the winemaking and cellar teams. This is a self-motivated, hands-on position which consists of cellar work, lab analysis, and general back up support to all teams as needed.

About us

Frank Family Vineyards has been a part of Napa Valley’s landscape for over three decades. Founded by former Disney Studios President, Rich Frank, along with wife, Leslie, a former Emmy Award-winning broadcast news journalist, the winery is dedicated to crafting exceptional wines with balance and memorable guest experiences. Consistently recognized as having one of the best tasting rooms in Napa Valley, Frank Family is considered one of today’s most successful California wineries. They are proud stewards of 380 acres of coveted vineyards spanning five estate properties, including their iconic Winston Hill Vineyard in Rutherford. While best known for their classic renditions of Napa Valley Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, their world-class portfolio also includes méthode champenoise sparkling wines, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, and more .

Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world’s largest wine companies and we are proud of our Treasury America’s portfolio of brands that have tremendous heritage, rich quality, and a reputation for excellence across the globe. At TWE we are led everyday by our purpose, Boldly Cultivating . We are boldly cultivating value through our brands, wine, people & environment for enriched & joyful communities.

At TWE we cultivate our teams to be their very best. And in turn, our people push us to make bigger and bolder decisions. Our focus on Boldly Cultivating unites us as a global team and fuels our vision to become the world’s most desirable luxury wine company – known for the experiences we create for our consumers, customers, partners, suppliers and our people.

To learn more about our purpose and our renowned portfolio of global brands, click here .

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Lab

• Create and maintain routine sampling schedules, collect, and prepare samples for analysis and tastings
• Create and maintain routine calibration schedule for various equipment (Autotitrator, DO meters, etc.)
• Perform and coordinate all routine in house and third-party laboratory analysis as needed
• Update and maintain all laboratory data in accurate and timely manner via various systems.
• Monitor results, and report on wine condition and status; review analytical data and alert when winemaking action is required
• Serve as QC technician during bottling by performing analysis and maintaining key records
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and general working area

Winemaking

• Assist in harvest planning and fermentation data management; responsible for coordinating daily fermentation sampling , tank-top sensory checks , and pump over rounds
• Monitoring inventory and maintaining health and quality of wine throughout general life cycle
• Coordinate wine needs and priorities with winemakers; assist with work order generation
• Assist blending activities to ensure production is on schedule; communicate risk to meeting bottling demand
• Organize, set-up, and actively participate in inventory tastings
• Create and maintain topping schedules and workorders on barrels
• Assure that bulk stored wines are in topped tanks with adequate SO2 levels and at appropriate storage temperatures
• Support HACCP needs through monthly audits, trainings, etc.
• Prepare and implement experiments as directed by winemaking team

Cellar

• Assist in physical demands of cellar and provide a “winemaker’s lens” to cellar activities
• Support cellar team in full range of cellar activities from harvest to bottling including sampling for analysis, blending sessions, topping, racking fruit processing, additions, fermentation management, pressing, general cellar work during ageing and post crush clean up
• Assist in all operations where needed
Assist with mobile bottling line & various bottling needs

About you

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Required:

• Degree in Enology or related science; or equivalent combination of related science degree and experience considered
• Strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills: written and verbal communication skills
• General computer skills in application software (MS Office, Word, Excel) required ·
• Strong analytical, problem-solving ability · Must be team-oriented; self-motivated & able to effectively work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to adapt and be flexible within a changing work environment ·
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization ·
• Ability to create a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner that gets along with clients, customers, co-workers, and management
• Willing to work overtime when necessary ·
• Must be able to consistently make accurate math calculations ·
• Read and understand cellar operations requests · Must be able to read and write in the English language fluently ·
• Forklift certification/experience is a preferred
• Physical ability to lift & move 50lbs; standing for long periods of time, bending, twisting, reaching.

Why you’ll love it here:

• Our culture is built on bringing our whole selves, being courageous and delivering together – it’s our DNA and the heart of who we are at TWE.
• We prioritise your growth with access to global career opportunities and structured programs designed to support your health, wellbeing and career development.
• Enjoy the world’s most desirable wines through our generous employee product allowance
• Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision, Paid Time Off (vacation, sick time, and holidays), 401K with company match, and much more!
• Plus, you’ll get an extra day off each year with your “TWEforME Day” – a day to spend however you choose!

We offer a range of great benefits such as flexibility, rewards and discounts and health and wellbeing initiatives. To find out more, click here .

It takes all varietals!

At TWE, we proudly celebrate diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the consumers who enjoy our products.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. If you require any assistance to be included in our process, please contact recruitment@tweglobal.com , quoting the job title and reference number.

Pay Transparency Disclosure: The base pay range offered for this position is $25 - $30 per hour and other benefits. These figures represent what we reasonably expect to pay for this position, but the actual compensation offered will depend upon numerous job-related factors, including but not limited to candidate qualifications, skills, experience, education, location, and alignment with market data. Our expectation is that the incumbent will work out of our Calistoga location. If the incumbent works out of another location, the wage rate may fall above or below this range. Treasury reserves the right to modify the range in the future.