Stephane Filliatreau

• Ensured timely completion of winemaking tasks by effectively managing and prioritizing workloads during harvest season and the rest of the year..
• Developed a comprehensive understanding of Napa/Sonoma/California grape varietals, regional terroir, and winemaking styles through working directly with 5 winemakers/brand owners.
• Supported winemaking team with timely , punching down, pumping over, additions, tank and barrel racking, sanitation, blending and topping off of barrels as needed.
• Gained hands-on experience with various winemaking equipment, including pumps, presses, and filtration systems for streamlined processes.
• Forklift operation, filtration and on-site mobile bottling.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.

Assisting International customers in investing in real estate in South Florida and managing their properties.

• Lead and supervise a team of 2-person and 4- 4-person harvest staff.
• Production manager of 25 acres of vineyard (Cabernet Franc, Chenin Blanc, Grolleau, Sauvignon Blanc) and Winemaker of high-end quality small batches of wines.
• Collaborated with marketing team to create engaging promotional materials highlighting unique wine characteristics.
• Optimized vineyard practices such as pruning and canopy management to promote healthy grapevine growth and increase overall fruit quality.
• Participated in industry events, trade shows, and tastings to expand brand recognition and market presence.
• Enhanced wine quality by implementing innovative fermentation techniques and processes.
• Managed vineyard operations, ensuring optimal grape yield and quality for winemaking purposes.

Owner, Winemaker, and Vineyard Manager of 75 acres of Cabernet Franc and Chenin Blanc in the Loire Valley, France, AOC Chinon & Touraine.

• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Lead and supervise a team of 4-person and 8- 8-person harvest staff.
• Production manager of 75 acres of vineyard (Cabernet Franc, Chenin Blanc) and Winemaker of high-end quality small batches of wines.
• Optimized vineyard practices such as pruning and canopy management to promote healthy grapevine growth and increase overall fruit quality.
• Managed business financial aspects, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
• Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.
• Achieved significant cost savings by implementing energy-efficient solutions across company facilities.
• Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
• Participated in industry events, trade shows, and tastings to expand brand recognition and market presence.
• Enhanced wine quality by implementing innovative fermentation techniques and processes.
• Managed vineyard operations, ensuring optimal grape yield and quality for winemaking purposes.