Wine career pivot due to physical limitations — what roles should I realistically target?
Hi everyone,
I’m looking for honest advice from people who know the wine industry.
My background is in wine and spirits: National Diploma in Oenology from Bordeaux, chemistry, Wine & Spirits Management at KEDGE Business School and BSA, plus experience in highly reputed wineries.
Due to a recent medical change, I need to adapt my career path and move away from cellar work, production, long hours standing, heavy travel, and very operational field roles. This is not because I lack motivation — quite the opposite. I am highly motivated and want to continue building a serious career in wine and spirits, but in a role that is more compatible with my physical limits.
I would like to use my technical wine knowledge, business mindset, and passion for the sector in a more adapted role.
For people working in the industry: which roles would you realistically target with this background? Any companies, platforms, or skills I should focus on?
I’m based in Europe and open to international, remote, or hybrid roles.