Job Description
Job Description:
IGNITE YOUR PASSION FOR WINEMAKING
This is not just a winemaking job. This is your chance to shape the soul of Kenwood Vineyards and Korbel table wines — to wake up every morning driven by the thrill of turning exceptional grapes into wines that tell a story, delight consumers, and push the boundaries of quality and style.
If you live and breathe wine — if you obsess over every detail from vineyard to bottle, if you’re constantly experimenting, refining, and dreaming about the perfect expression in every glass — this role is your playground. You’ll lead with creativity, precision, and vision at one of California’s iconic wineries.
WHAT YOU’LL CREATE & LEAD
• Be the driving force behind every drop of Kenwood Vineyards and Korbel table wine — crafting distinctive styles that excite consumers, strengthen brand positioning, and deliver outstanding quality and profitability.
• Directly lead all winemaking at Kenwood while guiding table wine production at Korbel, bringing your personal touch and innovative spirit to every vintage.
• Work hand-in-hand with the vineyard team to monitor ripening, select the best fruit, and coordinate harvest — turning nature’s finest moments into unforgettable wines.
• Develop and evolve winemaking techniques that balance artistry with efficiency, constantly raising the bar on quality while staying agile and creative.
• Champion style development that connects deeply with wine lovers — creating wines that don’t just meet expectations, they surpass them.
• You’ll energize and mentor a talented winemaking team, foster collaboration across production, bottling, and beyond, and become a proud public face and ambassador for Kenwood — sharing your passion with distributors, retailers, press, and wine enthusiasts.
Additional highlights include:
• Driving smart capital and operational decisions that fuel growth.
• Ensuring impeccable TTB compliance and record-keeping with pride.
• Partnering across departments to keep facilities pristine and operations running at peak performance.
• Upholding the highest safety and quality standards every single day.
WHO YOU ARE
You’re a rising star with fire in your belly — a hands-on winemaker who combines deep technical mastery with creative flair. You thrive on:
• Turning complex challenges into elegant solutions
• Motivating and developing people who share your obsession with excellence
• Making bold yet thoughtful decisions that elevate the entire program
• Communicating your vision with energy — whether in the cellar, with executives, or in front of a room full of trade professionals
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Enology (or related scientific field) plus 8–10 years of progressive winemaking experience, with proven leadership in both hands-on production and team management.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
• A profound understanding of the entire winemaking process — from vineyard management to bottling
• Creative, innovative mindset paired with strong analytical skills
• Natural ability to inspire and lead teams
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Deep respect for tradition combined with excitement for innovation
• Unstoppable passion, positive energy, and a relentless focus on quality
This is your opportunity to pour your heart into wines that matter — at a historic winery where craftsmanship, creativity, and excellence are celebrated every single day.
If the thought of leading the next chapter of Kenwood Vineyards gets you fired up… we want to hear from you.
Ready to make wines that excite the world?
Apply now and bring your passion to Kenwood.
The annual salary range for this position is $125,004-$175,000.
In addition to the above listing, our full-time employees are offered the following competitive benefits after company probationary period:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• PTO
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Full time, Day shift