Wine Chemistry and Technology
Growing & Vines
A course by
Lincoln University
Explore the physical, chemical, and enzymatic changes in musts and wines, with a focus on wine composition controls and global wine industry trends.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Lincoln University Main Campus, Lincoln
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Explain wine production and analysis
Describe and explain production methods, wine analysis, acidity, and its manipulation.
Recognise volatile composition and aroma
Recognise and discuss wine aroma characteristics and underlying volatile compounds.
Understand wine phenolics
Understand extraction, modification, and the sensory importance of wine phenolic compounds.
What You're Signing Up For
Wine Chemistry and Technology (WINE 304) delves into the theory and principles underpinning wine production. The course covers the physical, chemical, and enzymatic transformations in musts and wines, factors controlling the composition of wines, and current trends across the global wine industry. Students will gain both theoretical understanding and practical laboratory experience in wine analysis and production technology.
Course Content
- Physical, chemical and enzymatic changes in musts and wines
- Control of wine composition
- Global wine industry trends
- Wine analysis methods
- Acidity in wine and its manipulation
- Volatile composition and aroma
- Wine phenolics: extraction, modification, and sensory impact
- Microbiology and effects on wine composition
- Current technologies in wine manipulation
- Analytical laboratory skills for wine
- Laboratory reporting and data presentation
What you need to know first
Principles of Wine Science, WINE-202
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Viticulture
Winemaking
Food Science
Future employment opportunities might be
Winemaker
Wine laboratory technician
Wine technologist
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