ABOUT US
Milea Estate Vineyard is an award-winning, 3,000-case winery in the heart of the Hudson Valley. With three Best Winery in the Hudson Valley wins in the past four years, numerous 90+ point scores in Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition, and a passionate team committed to redefining New York winemaking, Milea is one of the most exciting wineries on the East Coast. JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking a hands-on Winemaker who will lead production across our estate portfolio, including both still and traditional method sparkling wines. This is not a “sit-behind-the-desk” position — we’re looking for someone who loves getting into the vineyard, the lab, and the cellar. RESPONSIBILITIES - Produce estate wines from Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Blaufränkisch, Grüner Veltliner, Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Vignoles and others varieties - Lead our HV Vineyards Sparkling Program, including the Right Bank (New York) and Left Bank (Oregon) collections, in collaboration with our sparkling wine consultant and sparkling wine service provider - Oversee cellar operations: harvest prep, fermentation management, lab work, racking, topping, bottling, data entry (Vintrace), and compliance (TTB)- Collaborate with vineyard team across 18 acres and work closely with the General Manager (a trained viticulturist and international vineyard consultant)- Source and manage seasonal labor as needed - Conduct bottling with our GAI bottling line QUALIFICATIONS - Proven experience in winemaking (cool-climate or hybrid grape experience preferred)- Experience with traditional method sparkling wine a major plus - Strong hands-on approach and physical cellar skills - Excellent organizational and communication skills - Familiarity with Vintrace and regulatory reporting - Team player ready to innovate and elevate COMPENSATION & BENEFITS - $100,000 - 120,000 annual salary (DOE)- Full health benefits - Opportunity to shape the next chapter of New York winemaking - Work with a passionate, quality-driven, and fun-loving teamReceive an email alert when similar new jobs are posted. It's free, fast and easy.
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