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Boutique Production Seeking 2026 Cellar Hand
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Marbeso
Buellton, CA (In Person)
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Create a Harvest Help Alert Boutique Production Seeking 2026 Cellar Hand
MarBeso Buellton, CA Apply Job Description:
Seasonal Harvest Cellar Hand 2026 Join a small, family run winemaking team dedicated to producing vineyard-designate wines from some of the finest organically farmed vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills and Santa Barbara County. This is a rare opportunity to work directly alongside the owner/winemaker throughout the harvest season and gain hands-on experience in every aspect of premium wine production. Our philosophy centers on cool climate, intentional farming, native fermentations, and minimal intervention in the cellar to express vineyard character and sense of place. Our wines tend me to alive, fresh and linear. We produce approximately 2,500 cases annually, focusing on small-lot Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah, Grenache and our largest production is a full skin contact orange wine, Vermentino and Gruner Veltliner. This will be my 25th harvest at the age of 42, with a lot to teach and more to learn. We will work hard, but be rewarded with nice meals and fine wines. Additionally, I help manage a 25 acre biodynamic vineyard in the Sta Rita Hills. This vineyard aspect will co-exist with duties of the winery to some extent. As a Seasonal Cellar Hand, you will be an integral part of our harvest team, assisting with all aspects of grape processing, fermentation management, cellar operations, and winery sanitation (key to making clean wines). This position offers exceptional exposure to boutique, premium wine production in a collaborative environment where quality takes precedence over volume. Responsibilities- Sampling vineyards Processing samples Fruit receiving, sorting, and processing Fermentation monitoring and management Punchdowns and pumpovers Barrel preparation, cleaning, and maintenance Press operation and cleaning Tank work, racking, and transfers Winery sanitation and organization Vineyard sampling and harvest logistics as needed Bottle run in August Potentially leading group tastings Qualifications•Strong work ethic and positive attitude Ability to work long hours, including weekends, during harvest Ability to lift and move 50+ pounds repeatedly Attention to detail and commitment to quality Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment Previous winery experience preferred but not required Forklift experience is a plus Passionate about wine Positive vibes is a must What We Offer•Direct mentorship from the owner/winemaker Hands-on involvement in all stages of harvest Experience with native fermentations and minimal-intervention winemaking Exposure to vineyard-designate wines from renowned Sta.
- Position begins in mid August and continues through the completion of harvest, typically end of October, depending on the vintage.