Junior Viticulturist & Winemaker
Phoenix Recruitment · Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Posted 2 November 2026
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Start free — we apply for you →- Award winning Vineyard based in Stellenbosch is looking for an experience Junior Viticulturist & Winemaker to join their winemaking team.
- This is a rare opportunity to work across both the vineyard and the cellar , helping to source, grow and guide grapes into wine for premium and ultra-premium ranges .
- Reporting to the Cellarmaster , you will source and buy suitable grapes at the right price point, work closely with producers through the season, and help turn those grapes into finished wine . You will also make sure producers comply with company policies and procedures.
Duties
- Build strong, trusting relationships with producers and give feedback on grape performance
- Visit producers during the season, advising on vineyard practices to achieve quality grape production
- Schedule and plan grape intake during harvest, and monitor and sample ripeness
- Use vineyard knowledge to inform picking dates, cellar treatment and wine style
- Assist with winemaking and cellar operations, from grape intake to finished wine
- Taste, assess and blend wines with the Cellarmaster and the senior winemaker
- Keep accurate viticulture and cellar records
- Maintain cellar compliance, hygiene, safety and certification standards (e.g. WO Seal, IPW, WIETA, BSCI)
Requirements
- Grade 12
- B.Sc. Agric in Viticulture and Oenology (Winemaking)
- At least 3 to 5 years' experience in a winegrape production and/or winemaking environment
- Hands-on cellar experience, from harvest intake to finished wine
- Excellent people and communication skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships
- Strong negotiation skills
- Willingness to travel and attend wine tastings and wine shows
- Experience with WineMS is advantageous