Enology Basics for Viticulturists and Enologists
- Type
- Course
- Date of Publication
- January 29, 2025
- Price
- See Agrilife Learn
Overview
Welcome to Enology Basics for Viticulturists and Enologists!
This online course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of winemaking for those interested in enology without requiring hands-on laboratory experience.
Throughout this course we'll be focusing on theoretical knowledge and virtual demonstrations on the following key topics:
- Wine types,
- Grape juice composition,
- Chemical analysis methods,
- Juice adjustments,
- The basics of alcoholic fermentation, and
- Laboratory setup.
Course Length
This course will take approximately 4 hours to complete. You can complete this course at your own pace. Your progress in the course will be saved if you exit AgriLife Learn. This course is self-paced. You may start it at any time, and you have two years from the start date to complete it.
Course Objectives
Once you finish this course, you will be able to:
- Identify and describe the main wine types;
- Understand the composition of grape juice;
- Explain the importance of measuring sugar content in grape juice;
- Analyze acidity and nitrogen levels in grape juice; and
- Understand juice adjustments and their impact on winemaking
Viticulture and Wine Science Certificate Program
This online course is part of the new Viticulture and Wine Science Certificate Program!
Take up a program focused on Viticulture or Enology separately or opt for a combined approach to gain a rounded education in both fields through individual classes. Texas is one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the United States.
In this two-year certificate program, you'll receive hands-on experience, scientific understanding, practical skills, and expert guidance to succeed.
Certification Requirements
Once all the courses in the certificate program are available, you may complete all of the required learning content to earn a program certificate.
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