Grape and Wine Science

Abstract

This subject will introduce students to the principles of grape and wine production, and the factors influencing viticultural and winemaking practices in Australia and around the world. Students will develop knowledge of the basic winemaking processes and the major wine types. Students will examine the biology, anatomy and life cycle of the grapevine. The use of hybrids and rootstocks in viticulture and wine production is covered particularly in relation to the development of grapevines for the future. Students will also be introduced to vineyard management practices, and basic scientific experimentation and statistics as applied to grape and wine production.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics: History and classification of the vine and the Australian Wine Industry;Introduction to wine production and wine styles;Grapevine structure;Growth cycles and fruit development;Rootstocks, hybrids and grapevines of the future;Introduction to vineyard management practices;Grape sampling, yield estimation and data handling;Red and white table wine production; … For more content click the Read More button below.

This subject will cover the following topics:

History and classification of the vine and the Australian Wine Industry;
Introduction to wine production and wine styles;
Grapevine structure;
Growth cycles and fruit development;
Rootstocks, hybrids and grapevines of the future;
Introduction to vineyard management practices;
Grape sampling, yield estimation and data handling;
Red and white table wine production; and
Fortified and sparkling wine production.

Assessment items

1. Topics 1-4

2. Practical Workbook

3. Topics 5 & 6

4. Final Exam

Learning activities

Intensive School

Learning resources

Additional resources required by students

Students attending compulsory intensive schools on Charles Sturt campuses will incur costs associated with travel, accommodation and required resources (minimum: lab coat, safety glasses and covered footwear for lab-based practicals).