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Position at Jackson Family Wines

Join the Stonestreet Estate Vineyards Production Team for the 2026 harvest! Located in Alexander Valley, we source our fruit from world-class estate vineyards in Sonoma County to produce primarily: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc wines. Other varietals we work with include Petit Verdot, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Franc, Semillon, Chenin Blanc, Assyrtiko and Malvasia Bianca. We focus on producing high quality single vineyard wines while maintaining separation of each vineyard block, showcasing the unique characteristics of each site.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Stonestreet Estate Vineyards is looking for a detail-oriented and passionate Seasonal Harvest Enologist to join our team for the 2026 harvest. This is a unique opportunity to gain in-depth, hands-on experience with high-elevation vineyards and premium winemaking practices. The Seasonal Harvest Enologist will support all aspects of the harvest lab and enology program, working closely with the winemaking team to ensure data integrity and wine quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:

• Assist with tracking fermentations and providing input to the winemaking team, responsible for managing spreadsheets and work order generation for juice and wine additions
• Understanding all winemaker protocols and ensuring they are being reflected in the cellar
• Assist winemakers in maintaining detailed and organized records of winemaking trials and experiments.
• Flexibility to assist in cellar as needed: racking, barreling down wine/juice, preparing additions, yeast and malolactic inoculations, pump overs, operating and monitoring crush equipment including presses, de-stemmer, and must pump, sanitizing tanks and equipment, adds.
• Responsible for all facility shipping and receiving scheduling, and work order generation
• Purchasing harvest dry goods, cleaning chemicals, and harvest implements
• Work closely with cellar master, foreman and cellar staff to ensure all SOP's are being followed.

• Participate in vineyard tours, scouting vines, assessing ripeness

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Enology, Viticulture, or related field preferred (or in progress)
• At least 2+ harvests or similar winery experience strongly preferred
• Understanding of basic lab procedures and winemaking concepts
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills
• Able to work long hours, weekends, and flexible shifts during peak harvest
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and work in a physically active environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Hands-on experience with premium, estate-grown fruit and small-lot production
• Exposure to mountain winemaking and viticulture and a wide range of varietals and techniques
• Competitive hourly wage and harvest meals
• Opportunity to learn from an experienced and passionate winemaking team
• Breathtaking vineyard setting and a collaborative work environment

WAGE TRANSPARANCY

The base pay for this role ranges from $21.50 - $26.50 per hour. Compensation will be determined by candidate experience, skills, and location.

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.