Vice President of Winemaking

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Winemaking to lead all winemaking, viticulture, and production activities, ensuring the estate's house style of finesse, elegance, freshness, and ageability. The successful candidate will be the final technical decision-maker, setting the strategic direction for all winemaking processes, from harvest to bottling. This role also involves directing the viticultural strategy, leading the annual blending process, and overseeing the development of various teams. The VP of Winemaking will be a key ambassador for the estate, representing it with trade, media, and collectors globally. The ideal candidate for this executive-level position is a senior winemaker or technical director with a proven record in crafting Bordeaux-style wines. They should have a Bachelor’s degree in Enology, Viticulture, or a related discipline, with an advanced degree preferred, and at least 15 years of experience in winemaking, including senior leadership roles. The role requires a leader with a collaborative and self-aware style, an international outlook, and a genuine understanding of French wine culture. Responsibilities also include partnering with the CEO and Finance on budgets, capital plans, and long-range production strategy, as well as overseeing research and development, sensory evaluation, and continuous improvement programs. The candidate must be able to work on-site in the Napa Valley, California, and be willing to travel domestically and internationally.