Chief Winemaker

Nugan Estate is a thriving wine business with export markets and an expansive reach throughout the UK, Europe, and Scandinavia. Their portfolio showcases a select range of vineyards in the Riverina, King Valley, Langhorne Creek, McLaren Vale, and Coonawarra.

The Chief Winemaker will be responsible for all winemaking operations, driving wine style and culture through proactive leadership of the team. Part of the senior management team, this role will be integral to business performance and advancing the next phase of growth and development plans.

This position requires a tertiary qualification in Oenology or relevant discipline. Experience managing large winery operations and a multidisciplinary team is essential. Business and financial acumen, as well as advanced technical knowledge across a diverse range of styles and varieties, are also required.

• Manage all winemaking operations, ensuring operational excellence
• Set winemaking styles and technical standard, establishing specifications and production processes
• Drive wine quality, maintaining standards and control procedures, including a wine analysis program

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Chief Winemaker will liaise with growers, perform vineyard inspections, and coordinate vintage logistics. The role also involves representing the business, maintaining positive customer and trade relationships, and developing exclusive products for key trade customers.

• Operate a safe work environment, ensuring processes are followed and regulatory compliance is met
• Ensure bottling specifications are met and analysis is completed
• Identify and develop improvement strategies and growth opportunities, including new product development

• Advanced technical knowledge across a diverse range of styles and varieties
• Broad knowledge of national and global wine styles and trends
• Proficient in modern business software and technology
• Valid forklift and driver's licence

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