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Oenology (alsoenology;/iːˈnɒlədʒi/[1][2]ee-NOL-o-jee) is the science and study ofwine andwinemaking. Oenology is distinct fromviticulture, which is the science of the growing, cultivation, and harvesting ofgrapes.[3] The English wordoenology derives from the Greek wordoinos (οἶνος) "wine" and the suffix–logia (-λογία) the "study of". Anoenologist is an expert in the science of wine and of the arts and techniques for making wine.
University programs in oenology and viticulture usually feature a concentration in science for the degree ofBachelor of Science (B.S, B.Sc., Sc.B), and as a terminal master's degree — either in a scientific or in a research program for the degree ofMaster of Science (M.S., Sc.M.), e.g. themaster of professional studies degree. Oenologists and viticulturalists with doctorates often have a background inhorticulture,plant physiology, andmicrobiology.Related to oenology are the professional titles ofsommelier andmaster of wine, which are specific certifications in therestaurant business and inhospitality management. Occupationally, oenologists usually work as winemakers, as wine chemists in commercial laboratories, and in oenologic organisations, such as theAustralian Wine Research Institute.
Schools in Australia tend to offer a "bachelor of viticulture" or "master of viticulture" degree.
Official National Diploma of Oenology:
Other wine diplomas:
Viticulture is the study of grape cultivation, while enology is the study of wine and winemaking.
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