Cover letter:
"To Whom It May Concern:
I am applying for a position at The Vines of Mendoza. My name is Molly Hetz, and I am a recent graduate of Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon. I grew up in Berkeley, California, which is located around 45 minutes away from the Napa Valley, Northern California’s wine region. Since I was a child I have been exposed to the culture of wine and have always been fascinated by its culture and production. I have visited many wineries in both California and Oregon, and during my visits have enjoyed learning about each vineyard and its unique perspective on winemaking. One of my favorite aspects of the wine industry is how each winery brings their own unique vision and passion into the production of their wine.
I have visited several wineries in Mendoza, and have seen many wonderful visions, but The Vines has captivated my interest beyond the rest. I am extremely interested in The Vines work as a Private Vineyard Estate that specializes in Personal Vineyard Development. I find the idea of facilitating and personalizing the winemaking experience through private ownership to be a very progressive model. Allowing individuals to independently manage their unique vineyards not only provides collaboration between winemakers in Mendoza, and wine enthusiasts throughout the world, it also provides unique educational enrichment for both parties.
I feel that I would be a great addition to The Vines team, because although I have not been directly involved in the wine industry, my varied working background has provided me with interpersonal skills to work effectively in a variety of different environments. I am an independent worker, leader, team player, and am very organized. I have created and run two international programs, and have sat on planning committees with both the Dean of Students and President of my alma mater. Now that I have graduated from college I am looking to further develop my skills as a leader, and learn more about business models specifically in the field of wine production. More specifically, I am eager to participate in The Vines creation of a unique niche of the winemaking industry.
I am willing to work in any capacity, and am planning on being in Mendoza until this upcoming June. I am currently studying Spanish at ECELA, a language institute in Mendoza, and am currently in their intermediate level. I hope to soon be able to call myself bilingual.
I look forward to hearing from you"
Next I need to translate my resume to send to other wineries and tourism agencies. This was the "easy part" :). Cross your fingers!!!!
Also! today I went for a wonderful run with one of my friends from the soccer team. We spoke spanish for the whole two hours, what a treat! I am getting better :). Now I am all showered, exhausted, and ready to head to Aristedes for some drinks with some friends from school, Nicolee and a friend from the soccer team. We are heading to a brand new Mexican restaurant in town!!! I'll keep y'all posted!
Tomorrow is a Beer Festival, I will let you know how that goes as well! :) Sure it wont be anything compared to a Portland Oktoberfest!
Much love!
The Vines looks incredible! Good luck, twin! Went wine tasting around Newberg a few weekends ago, and had a great conversation with a couple from San Diego who spent years looking for the right plot of land before moving up here to plant a vineyard -- best decision of their lives. Wine culture is so fascinating, no matter where you are it seems. It's super exciting that you're getting to experience it in Mendoza! What other jobs are you looking at? Miss you tons!
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