Quintessa, located in Rutherford, is comprised of a total of 280 acres of which 160 acres are planted to the classic Bordeaux grape varieties in 26 vineyard blocks. We are look for interns to join our 2025 harvest team, who will be exposed to all aspects of harvest. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, hardworking, and organized with a keen eye for detail.

Duties included, but are not limited to:

•  Grape receiving, sorting, and processing
•  Juice and wine rackings and transfers
•  Inoculations and additions
•  Cleaning and sanitation of all winery equipment
•  Wine barrel maintenance, preparation, and filling
•  Drain, digging and pressing
•  Perform other duties as assigned

What you will be exposed to:

•  Reb barrel ferments (~100 barrels)
•  Concrete tanks for reds and whites
•  Basket & bladder press
•  Barrel work (filling, cleaning, stacking, rolling, etc.)
•  Comparative tastings
•  Tasting through fermenting lots
•  Sanitation protocol

Qualifications:

•  Experience: 1-2 years of experience recommended, but not required
•  Good interpersonal skills, proven ability to communicate effectively and work well with others
•  Ability to follow instructions and take direction

Working Conditions:

•  Standing for long periods of time (8 hours or more)
•  Must comply with all safety equipment requirements
•  Exposed to machinery and forklifts
•  Long and irregular hours during peak periods on various shifts
•  Extensive walking and lifting of up to 50 pounds

Hourly pay range of $20-$25, plus a one-time $600 sign-on bonus.

The Huneeus Vintners family of estates is a collection of wineries and vineyards whose shared vision is guided by the founding philosophy of Agustin and Valeria Huneeus. This philosophy is defined by attentive farming and reverence for the land. The collective experience of our estate team members adds deep value to every Huneeus Vintners property, as we build long-lasting legacies together. Caring for our vineyards with the highest standards delivers fine wines from the most highly regarded growing regions in California and Oregon: Quintessa, Illumination, Favia, Faust, and Leviathan in the Napa Valley, Flowers Vineyard and Winery in the Sonoma Coast and Benton-Lane in the Willamette Valley.

Huneeus Wines LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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