Moët Hennessy Experimental Cellar Team Leader
- Employment
- Contract
- Seniority
- Entry-Level
- Industry
- Wines, Spirits & Gastronomy
- Posted
- May 21, 2026
About Moët Hennessy
Moët & Chandon is a leading Champagne house within the LVMH group, recognised for its heritage, vineyard estates and commitment to quality. The Robert‑Jean de Vogüé Research Centre supports the Houses of LVMH Wines & Spirits through applied research and innovation in microbiology, plant physiology, process engineering and sensory analysis, embedded in the Champagne vineyard landscape.
Moët & Chandon — Experimental Cellar Team Leader (contract) in Oiry/Epernay, France. Short fixed‑term harvest role leading experimental vinification trials.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate all activities of the Experimental Cellar during the harvest period, including supervision of cellar staff and daily team organisation.
- Ensure correct implementation and execution of R&D trials from grape reception through vinification in strict compliance with experimental protocols and technical specifications.
- Verify application of vinification strategies and process parameters; maintain accurate records and sample traceability for each trial.
- Optimise use of available technical resources and equipment to meet trial objectives and preserve product integrity.
- Manage operational logistics during harvest (scheduling, grape reception, hygiene and safety), including occasional travel between Epernay and Oiry.
- Report to research/technical management on progress, deviations and results; propose corrective actions when required.
Qualifications
- Diplôme National d’Œnologue, Ingénieur Agronome or equivalent qualification in oenology or viticulture.
- Driving licence category B (required).
- Fluent French (working language for on‑site operations).
Skills
Experience
Minimum one year of practical experience in vinification. Prior exposure to harvest operations and supervision of small teams during vendange preferred; experience with R&D or experimental trials is highly advantageous.
Education
Diplôme National d’Œnologue, Ingénieur Agronome or equivalent in oenology/viticulture.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Oiry, Grand Est, France, with easy access to Reims.
Culture
Moët & Chandon combines traditional Champagne craftsmanship with scientific rigour through its on‑site research centre. The workplace values technical excellence, experimental enquiry and close collaboration between vineyard, cellar and research teams within the LVMH Wines & Spirits ecosystem.
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