Nabil Goher
St Catharines,ON
Summary
Results-driven Winemaker with extensive experience in fermentation management and sensory evaluation at Arterra Wines Canada. Proficient in blending techniques and wine chemistry, consistently enhancing quality through innovative processes. Committed to sustainable practices, driving efficiency and elevating wine profiles to surpass industry standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Winemaker
Arterra Wines Canada
05.2015 - Current
- Enhanced wine quality by executing innovative fermentation processes and techniques.
- Ensured consistent wine standards through rigorous sensory evaluations and testing protocols.
- Optimized grape selection by overseeing vineyard management and blending practices.
- Implemented sustainable winemaking strategies, reducing environmental impact significantly.
- Fostered skill development in Assistant winemakers through effective mentorship and training.
- Informed production timelines and resource allocation by analyzing harvest data.
- Developed and executed fermentation processes to enhance wine quality and flavor profiles.
Assistant Winemaker
Constellation Brands
08.2014 - 05.2015
- Streamlined bottling processes by designing and executing efficient production schedules.
- Ensured consistent wine profiles by conducting meticulous blending trials and adjustments.
- Elevated customer satisfaction levels with informative vineyard tours that showcased the unique aspects of the winery''s terroir and grape varieties grown onsite.
Assistant Winemaker
Andrew Peller Winery
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Optimized supply ordering processes by tracking inventory usage trends.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by training new staff on safety protocols.
- Improved clarity in winemaking by developing standard operating procedure documentation.
- Managed barrel inventory to safeguard wine quality, ensuring proper cleaning and sampling.
- Ensured quality control through effective management of barrel cleaning and filling processes.
Winery Lab Technician
Andrew Peller Winery
05.2011 - 08.2013
- Ensured product safety and consistency through routine quality control tests.
- Determined chemical composition and flavor profiles by analyzing wine samples.
- Calibrated and troubleshot laboratory equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by developing and implementing standard operating procedures.
Assistant Winemaker
Andrew Peller Winery
05.2010 - 05.2010
- Ensured optimal wine quality by monitoring fermentation temperature and timing.
- Enhanced grape selection by collaborating with the winemaking team on varietal evaluation.
- Maintained compliance through routine laboratory analyses of wine samples and measurements.
- Contributed to flavor consistency during blending sessions with strategic input.
- Streamlined bottling operations by coordinating schedules and maintaining equipment efficiency.
- Provided technical wine information to sales staff and customers in tasting rooms.
Lab Chemist
Andrew Peller
07.2007 - 05.2010
- Ensured product quality by conducting chemical analyses for compliance standards.
- Developed analytical methods for new product formulations, validating their effectiveness.
- Resolved laboratory issues through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Maintained and calibrated laboratory equipment for optimal functionality and accuracy.
- Documented experimental results accurately, adhering to all regulatory requirements.
- Trained junior chemists on laboratory protocols and safety procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Faculty of Science
Alexandria05-1998
Skills
- Sensory evaluation
- Fermentation management
- Blending techniques
- Laboratory analysis
- Wine tasting
- Grape crushing
- Wine chemistry expertise
- Cellar operations
- Harvest timing
- Clarification processes
- Yeast selection
- Wine production planning
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Winemaker
Arterra Wines Canada
05.2015 - Current
Assistant Winemaker
Constellation Brands
08.2014 - 05.2015
Assistant Winemaker
Andrew Peller Winery
08.2013 - 03.2014
Winery Lab Technician
Andrew Peller Winery
05.2011 - 08.2013
Assistant Winemaker
Andrew Peller Winery
05.2010 - 05.2010
Lab Chemist
Andrew Peller
07.2007 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Faculty of Science