Temporary 2024 Sparkling Wine Seasonal Harvest Assistant Winemaker

Temporary 2024 Sparkling Wine Seasonal Harvest Assistant Winemaker

Nyetimber, United Kingdom

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for England's most prestigious sparkling wine producer. For over 30 years, Nyetimber has had a single aim: to make the finest English sparkling wine, one to rival the very best in the world. A true pioneer, Nyetimber was the first producer of English sparkling wine to craft wines made exclusively from the three celebrated grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.  Our wines are made from 100% estate-owned grapes.

We are looking for a Seasonal Harvest Assistant Winemaker to help over our harvest period for 7 weeks in and surrounding October.  This role is pivotal to contribute to all winery harvest operations and take responsibility for running the site including safety for all personnel and uphold quality objectives.

Applicants must hold a Bachelors in Oenology as well as experience in a leadership role for a minimum of 3+ harvests. You’ll have experience running and maintaining winery software and management systems, interpreting lab analysis and juice tasting and assessment.

You must have a passion for sparkling wine and be proactive with an excellent attention to detail.

In return, we offer free shared accommodation, shared car hire, access to Seasonal Work VISA’s and paid overtime.

If you would like to join our friendly team based in rural West Sussex, please send your CV and cover letter to harvest@harrislord.com with Nyetimber 2024 in the subject line.

Please ensure to mention by what means you have the necessary rights to work in the UK.

For further information about Nyetimber, please visit the website www.nyetimber.com

Harris Lord is acting as the Employment Business for this vacancy.