Oenologist
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Phantom Creek Estates
Southern Okanagan,
British Columbia
Phantom Creek Estates is a brand new winery opening this Fall 2016.
It is located on the Black Sage bench next to Black Hills and Burrowing Owl, and was formerly known as TIME winery on the Sundial Vineyard. This is the most awarded vineyard in British Columbia.
James Cluer MW is responsible for this project on behalf of the new owner. This harvest 2016 we will be exclusively producing premium meritage red wines from this property. The Winemakers in charge are Cameron and Annie Vawter, who have moved to the Okanagan from Napa Valley where they have been making 100 point wines and consulting to prestigious wineries.
We are searching for an Oenologist to apply him or herself to the development of what will be one of the most exciting winery projects in the Okanagan Valley. You will be rewarded by the experience and education of working on the production of super premium quality Bordeaux and Alsatian varietal wines under the mentorship of some of the top winemakers in the field.
The successful applicants will perform a wide variety of roles from crush to bottling. They will assist the winemaker in all operations from fruit processing, fermentation, barrel management, racking, filtration and bottle prep but the main role will be running and managing the laboratory as well as record keeping and wine tracking. Candidate will grow into managing the seasonal cellar staff, writing work orders and equipment maintenance. For the right person, the role could develop into an Assistant Winemakership.
The ideal candidate has a B.S. or equivalent degree in Viticulture and Enology, and or Agriculture and Food Science. Candidates must have two to three years experience working full time in the wine industry on the production side. You must have experience in wine analysis and cellar operations.
The positions will start on approximately August 1st, be full time with salary and benefits. Please apply with a concise and relevant C.V. and at least three personal/professional references.