Harvest Enologist Internship (Black Stallion Estate Winery)

Delicato Family Vineyards•Spanish Flat, CA

3d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Under General Supervision, the Harvest Research & Development (R D) Enologist Intern is responsible in assisting in all aspects of research wine production focusing on daily winemaking operations. The intern will help support all R D experiments that will produce higher quality wines, develop wine styles that will meet customer requirements, and create greater operational processing efficiencies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Enology or a related science such as chemistry or biochemistry preferred
Strong organizational skills
Strong reading, writing, communication and mathematical skills
Solid winemaking theory, wine sensory, communication/presentation and organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure during harvest with many different people and departments
Must be able to work extended hours during the harvest season and rotating shifts throughout the year
Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
Follows all Company policies and procedures

Responsibilities

Assists in all aspects of small-lot wine production, from vineyard harvesting/sampling to bottling
Informs R D Winemaker when winemaking and fermentation issues arise
Collects, submits, and analyzes R D samples for analysis
Cleans and maintains research and development equipment
Participates in daily R D fermentation sampling and wine tasting
Maintains a clean work environment
Understands, follows, and implements safety procedures
Properly handles and maintains chemicals
Accurately records and documents data, inputs data for Delicato compliance
Other duties may be assigned
Other duties may be assigned