CHEERS! Founded in 1981, Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits markets quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. With our headquarters in Stamford, CT, DFWS is the 4th largest wine company with one of the fastest growing spirits portfolios. With our family values and unique culture, DFWS was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces in the U.S. in 2022, 2023 and 2024.

Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits seeks an Enologist, Josh Cellars, based in California. The Enologist will be responsible for production and winemaking support for several of our brands and will report directly to the Senior Winemaker. This role involves supporting our cost accounting for production and interacting directly with our supply, co-packing partners, and vendors. This position offers a high degree of flexibility between working remotely and working at winemaking and production facilities across the state.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prevents/identifies/treats problem wines as needed.
• Visits and works closely with wine supply partners and third parties.
• Plans winemaking supplies purchase orders including oak, tannins, and concentrates.
• Prepares and adheres to customer specifications and pro-formas.
• Provides samples, analysis, inventory data and other information as needed.
• Maintains finished and bulk wine inventory and costings in wine data system.
• Maintain updated volumes in bulk wine inventory.
• Researches and recommends winemaking/processing aids and equipment.
• Preparing and packaging samples as needed.
• Preparing, organizing and participating in tastings for winemaking.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and change priorities when needed.

• Ability to sample and make sensory evaluations during the harvest period.
• Experienced sensory capabilities and able to work collectively as part of the winemaking team.
• Work with our co-packing partners to ensure that all projects are planned and completed in a timely fashion.
• Willingness and ability to drive and spend extended time at remote winemaking and production facilities.
• Interface with the senior winemakers on any issues on a regular basis.
• Administrative tasks include but not limited to work orders, accurate production and manufacturing records, preparing monthly reports, etc.

Qualifications:

• 4-year Bachelor of Applied Science (Enology).
• Must be 21 years or older at the time of hire and have a valid driver's license.
• Production winemaking experience and 1-2 years of cellar work preferred.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong sense of urgency to meet winemaking and production deadlines.
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot in order to avoid issue escalation.
• Strong computer skills and to be familiar with wine data management software.
• Strong interpersonal skills in order to develop relationships with our supply and service vendors and interdepartmental teams.
• Knowledge of production costing methods.
• Ability to work independently from a home off within guidelines
• Willingness to embody company values: Passion for quality results, Professionalism, Full Ownership, Teamwork, Zeal for Learning and Cultivation of Talent.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation: Salary Range $65,000 - $76,000. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, education, skills, knowledge, and other position related factors.
• Career development opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, PTO
• 401 (k) match
• Product allowance to enjoy on DFWS products
• Tuition Reimbursement and a Scholarship Program for employees' children
• Gym reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program

We Value Diversity

At DFWS, we believe that our differences are our strengths. We embrace and celebrate the diversity of our team members, our customers, and our communities. We strive to create a work environment that fosters inclusion, respect, and collaboration. We are constantly learning and growing from our diverse perspectives and experiences. Inclusion and diversity are not just goals for us, but the core of all we do. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates as we foster a culture of inclusion that provides fair and equal opportunities for all. Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits

Initially called W.J. Deutsch & Sons Ltd., the company was founded in 1981 by Chairman Bill Deutsch to market quality wines produced by prestigious families from major wine regions of the world. In 2009, it announced the expansion of the award-winning company to include a Spirits Portfolio. Today the company is renowned for its brand-building prowess and its ability to meet the needs of the modern consumer. Bill's son Peter Deutsch is CEO; thus two generations of the Deutsch family work side by side in their continuous quest to build strong brands and relationships throughout the wine and spirits industry.

The portfolio includes award-winning wines from Australia: [ yellow tail ], [ yellow tail ] Pure Bright; California: Bellacosa, Girard Winery, Force & Grace, Josh Cellars, Josh Cellars Reserve, Layer Cake, The Calling; France: Andre Lurton, Beau Joie, Cave de Lugny, Fleurs de Prairie, Hob Nob Vineyards, Sauvion et Fils; Italy: Barone Fini, Villa Pozzi; New Zealand: The Crossings; Portugal: Quinta Do Vale Meao; Argentina: Clos de los Siete; and award-winning spirits: Redemption Whiskey, Bib & Tucker Bourbon, Masterson's Rye, Gray Whale Gin, Luksusowa Vodka and Cantera Negra Tequilla.

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