Often working with vineyards and winemakers, viticulturists are horticulturists with specialty training in the growth of grape varietals under appropriate climes and soil condition that can bring out their best in winemaking. They are also experts in wine production
Viticulturist Resume Template
Dan Felix N. Capistrano
Yountville, Napa Valley, CA
Phone: 707-806-0929
sculleyff30@ycmail.com
Objective
To be a full time viticulturist in a major vineyard in the Napa Valley region
Summary of Qualifications
- About 7 years of experience as a consultant viticulturist.
- Excellent verbal communication skills in English and Spanish
Career Experience / Job History
2003 – Present: Consultant Viticulturist, Napa Valley Consortium of Wine Makers, CA
- Coordinate regularly with the enologists (winemakers) for feedback on quality of winemaking
- Recommend to vineyard owners the more suitable grape varietal that can best be cultivated given the soil structure and microclimate conditions.
- Plan and implement the correct irrigation systems, sunlight intercepting systems and photosynthesis
- Transport vines to new locations as needed
- Monitor grape growth and development, ensuring that frostbite or diseases are prevented.
- Ensure the right timing for harvest
- Oversee the picking and supervise assistants and new hands in the vineyard.
- Conduct tours of the vineyard when requested by local authorities and tour operators.
- Maintain accurate and updated records and progress report of the grapes’ maturing process..
- Travel to wine shows, wine tasting and wine contests,
- Visit and explore other vineyards here and around the world to learn about different and emerging wine making techniques and traditions.
Education
2000 – 2003: Master of Science in Viticulture and Ecology, Californian State University
1997 – 2000: Bachelor of Science in Horticulture, Brigham Young University
Professional reference will be furnished upon request.
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