Jurgen Meyer

Passionate wine professional with over 17 years in the wine and hospitality industry, including leadership roles in prestigious South African estates. Experienced in winemaking, wine service, guest relations, and cellar operations. Known for a humble approach, strong work ethic, and dedication to excellence in every glass poured or bottle crafted. Currently pursuing WSET Level 3.

Head Sommelier - Delaire Graff Wine Estate - Stellenbosch, South Africa

(2025-01)

• Oversee and manage all wine-related operations for luxury fine-dining service
• Curate wine list and manage cellar inventory with premium international and estate selections
• Deliver bespoke guest wine experiences, tastings, and pairings
• Train and mentor junior sommeliers and service staff
• Collaborate with chefs and estate team to enhance the wine and dining experience
• Proficiency in POS systems
• Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Inventory management system
• Extensive wine knowledge
• Strong leadership abilities

Assistant Winemaker & Sommelier - Oldenburg Vineyards - Banhoek Valley, Stellenbosch

(2019-01 - 2025-01)

• Supported winemaking across all vintage stages: harvest, fermentation, maturation
• Conducted professional tastings, cellar tours, and promoted wine sales
• Managed wine inventory and cellar hygiene, ensuring consistent quality
• Handled guest service, wine pairings, and food & wine education

Cellar Supervisor / Machine Operator - Distell - Adam Tas Cellar, Stellenbosch

(2008-01 - 2018-12)

• Operated Willmes & Bucher presses, flotation, centrifugation systems
• Performed wine blending, clarification, filtration, stabilization
• Maintained production hygiene and complied with HACCP regulations
• Provided technical cellar support from grape intake to finished product

WSET Level 2 Certificate in Wines - Wine - Wine & Spirit Education Trust (2025-07)

International Bartending Course - Bartending - Shaker Bar school (2025-08)

WSET Level 3 - Wine - Wine & Spirit Education Trust (2026-04)

Certificate in Winemaking, Sensory Evaluation & Terroir - Winemaking - CFA CFPPA de la Gironde (2016)

NQF Level 3 National Certificate in Winemaking & Wine Industry - Winemaking - Wine Training South Africa (2015 - 2021)

Level 1 Certificate - Wine - Cape Wine Academy (2015)