Lead Winemaker - Boutique Cool-Climate Winery

Star Lane Beechworth; Wooragee; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Lane Winery in Beechworth, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Winemaker to join our boutique operation in December 2026. The role requires at least three years of full‑time winemaking experience and the technical knowledge to oversee the production of premium cool‑climate wines.

You will plan, supervise and coordinate wine production from grape intake to bottling, assess maturity and quality, and lead cellar and seasonal staff while maintaining accurate records for safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• At least three years of full-time winemaking experience.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Science, Viticulture and Oenology or a related discipline is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of grape processing, fermentation, maturation and bottling.

Responsibilities

• Planning, supervising and coordinating wine production from grape intake through fermentation, maturation, blending and bottling.
• Assessing grape maturity, quality, sugar and acid levels to determine suitability for processing and optimal harvest timing.
• Coordinating crushing, pressing, juice clarification and other vintage operations, including directing cellar and seasonal winery workers.
• Monitoring fermentation through laboratory analysis, sensory evaluation and adjustment of production parameters.

Skills

Wine production

Leadership

Record-keeping

Laboratory analysis

Quality control

Communication

Education

Science or Viticulture & Oenology degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Star Lane Winery in Beechworth, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Winemaker to join our boutique operation in December 2026. The role requires at least three years of full‑time winemaking experience and the technical knowledge to oversee the production of premium cool‑climate wines.

You will plan, supervise and coordinate wine production from grape intake to bottling, assess maturity and quality, and lead cellar and seasonal staff while maintaining accurate records for safety and compliance.