Assistant Winemaker (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Martin's Lane Winery (http://www.martinslanewinery.com/)

  Kelowna, British Columbia

 

Position Title:	Assistant Winemaker
Timing:	December, 2016
Winery:	Martin’s Lane Winery
Location:	Kelowna, Okanagan Valley, BC

Assistant Winemaker

The Okanagan Valley is one of the world’s most exciting emerging wine regions.  Here VMF Estates has a family-owned collection of exceptional vineyard estates, including Mission Hill Family Estates, CedarCreek Estate, Checkmate Artisanal Winery and Martin’s Lane Winery. Each winery operates independently with its own hallmark and identity. The common purpose is to produce exceptional wines that can stand aside the best in the world.

Role Overview

The objective of Martin’s Lane is to put the Okanagan Valley on the map as one of the world’s leading producers of Pinot Noir and Riesling. Martin’s Lane Winery is a new, state of the art winery – 5 processing levels are used to gently move wine from grape to bottle.

The Harvest Assistant Winemaker will work alongside the winemaker to craft wines that are exceptional and distinctive. The role will be dynamic, focusing on all aspects of winery and cellar work. Demanding a high level of leadership and responsibility, the ideal candidate will have a superior attention to detail in their work, and embrace innovative and traditional winemaking techniques.

At the conclusion of this contract a permanent position could be available for the perfect candidate

 Experience and a high level of skill will be required in the following areas:

• University degree in a Oenology/Winemaking or applicable Science Related Field
• 2+ years in the wine industry with demonstrated supervisory aptitude
• All aspects of cellar activities – with an emphasis on barrel work
• Excellent communication skills 

Successful Candidate

The Martin’s Lane Harvest Assistant Winemaker will require the following attributes:

• The energy, drive and enthusiasm to produce world class Pinot Noir and Riesling in one of the world’s leading regions
• An enthusiasm and fascination for fine wine and a dedication to quality.
• The ability to manage and direct temporary cellar staff, while receiving direction from the winemaker
• A never ending drive to explore and experiment at the highest level
• Demonstrated/Proven knowledge of ultra-premium winemaking processes, styles and techniques.
•  A strong work ethic with attention to detail in all aspects of work.
•  The ability to represent VMF viticulture to the trade, media and highly involved wine consumers

Martin’s Lane Winery pays homage to the father of Anthony von Mandl. It is extremely well established and financed and has made the largest investments in winemaking and viticulture in Canada with the ultimate goal of being recognized as one of the world best producers of regionally distinctive wines. This is a unique opportunity to be an integral part of an innovative company with the drive and commitment to becoming one of the world’s most premium wine producers.

Only people eligible to work in Canada may apply for this position.

 

 

 

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