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Viticulturist

A viticulturist is responsible for growing the grapes used to make wine. This is an important and sometimes underappreciated role, as great wine always begins in the vineyard.

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Winery worker / cellar hand

This is the perfect entry-level job for anyone that dreams of getting into the wine trade. It’s a physically demanding role, which often involves menial tasks, but you can pick up valuable skills and experience. You’ll often meet inspiring people too, from celebrated winemakers to renowned viticulturists, so it can suit anyone seeking mentorship.

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Marketing

Marketing can be an ideal career for creative people that enjoy building brands and telling stories. You can work for wineries, distilleries, breweries, importers, distributors, retailers, PR agencies, events companies or tourism boards.

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Other Service Careers

There are lots of additional roles within the service sector. These are some of the other career paths to consider: Waiter: Many wine and spirits professionals start out as waiters before eventually becoming sommeliers or pursuing other hospitality career options. Driver: Drinks retailers, wholesalers and distributors employ drivers to transport stock across the country or further afield....