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VEN 201 - Science of Winemaking II


Description: Chemistry of winemaking, wine analysis and quality control. Emphasis on wine composition, wine analytical techniques, and the relevance of these analyses to winemaking decisions. Includes wine filtration and post-fermentation wine stewardship. Must be 21 years of age or older to enroll.

Prerequisites: VEN 200  

Credits: 3
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2

Course Content:
  1. Wine chemistry
  2. Wine spoilage and quality control
  3. Wine analytical techniques
  4. Wine filtration and reverse osmosis

Learning Outcomes:
  1. Analyze juice for: pH, titratable acidity, percent alcohol, and sulfite and acetic acid concentration. (1)
  2. Determine wine spoilage conditions and responsible microbes. (2)
  3. Implement wine preservation and quality control. (2)
  4. Describe wine filtration, wine filtration systems, and reverse osmosis. (3,4)
  5. Explain wine phenolic chemistry and anthocyanin co-pigmentation. (3,4)