Full-Time

Senior Winemaker

Posted on 1/15/2025

Constellation Brands

Constellation Brands

1,001-5,000 employees

Produces and markets beer, wine, and spirits

Food & Agriculture
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$108.6k - $169.9kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Paso Robles, CA, USA

Category
Bioinformatics
Computational Biology
Genomics
Public Health
Biology Lab & Research
Biology & Biotech
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • B.S. Degree in Enology, Fermentation Science, Food Science, (micro) Biology, Chemistry or related field
  • 8+ years’ experience in winemaking
  • 5 years of supervisory/management experience
  • Production experience in multi-tier winery operations
  • Wine sensory knowledge
  • In-depth understanding of major aspects of Cellar, Lab, Bottling and Vineyard Operations, including impact of results
  • In-depth knowledge of winemaking techniques and best viticultural practices
  • Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal government regulations, specifically TTB and state regulations on alcoholic beverage production, distribution and packaging
  • Computer proficient in Excel (intermediate to advanced), Access, Word and PowerPoint
  • Good organizational, planning, and presentation skills
  • Clear commitment to high quality and attention to details
  • Able to work independently with minimum supervision
Responsibilities
  • Help plan and execute all relevant winemaking production activities
  • Attend and participate in all winery tastings providing productive input and discussion
  • Monitor cellar activities and work progress to ensure best practices and quality standards are met.
  • Create work order requests, and help prioritize activities, and schedule daily, weekly, and monthly work.
  • Review bulk wines for suitability as blending components if needed
  • Monitor and maintain bulk wines in storage.
  • Taste and blend wine lots to achieve appropriate stylistic and cost goals across all tiers.
  • Create trial blends and fining trials to evaluate appropriate course of treatment across all tiers.
  • Help to manage the logistics of aging, blending, and finishing of wines.
  • Ensure appropriate record keeping for legal compliance with Federal and State regulations
  • Ensure compliance with TTB regulations related to all winemaking activities.
  • Work with outside facilities to coordinate winemaking activities.
  • Adhere to safety programs and policies to safeguard personal safety, company property, environmental and team member's safety.
  • Evaluate wines for quality and style to create blends that maintain wine style and quality targets.
  • Taste fermentation tanks daily during harvest to assess health of fermentation.
  • Assess fruit development in vineyard to determine harvest dates and assist with creating the weekly grape picking schedule.
  • Track multiple fermentation lots during harvest and direct related winemaking activities.
  • May hire, organize, train and manage direct reports.
  • May handle public relations including tastings, tours, travel and continual education.

Constellation Brands produces and markets a variety of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits. The company operates in major markets such as the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy, and serves a wide range of customers from individual consumers to large retailers and distributors. Its products include well-known brands like Corona and Modelo, which are exclusively imported and sold in the U.S. Constellation Brands generates revenue through the sale of these beverages, benefiting from strong brand recognition and a comprehensive distribution network. Unlike many competitors, Constellation Brands emphasizes sustainability and responsible operations, reflecting its agricultural heritage. The company's goal is to create brands that enhance human connections while staying ahead of market trends to provide value to consumers, shareholders, and employees.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Rochester, New York

Founded

1945

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for premium beverages aligns with Constellation's acquisition of boutique wineries.
  • Investment in non-alcoholic brand TOST taps into rising health-conscious consumer trends.
  • RTD market growth supports Constellation's stake in Austin Cocktails and Archer Roose.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in non-alcoholic beverages may impact Constellation's market share.
  • Integration challenges with Sea Smoke winery could pose financial risks.
  • Health-conscious trends may reduce sales of traditional alcoholic beverages.

What makes Constellation Brands unique

  • Constellation Brands owns iconic brands like Corona and Modelo, exclusive to the U.S. market.
  • The company focuses on sustainability, enhancing brand loyalty among eco-conscious consumers.
  • It has a diverse portfolio, including beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Budget