Enology
Beginner Chemistry & Scienceee-NOL-uh-jee
Definition
The science of winemaking.
In Depth
Also spelled oenology (from Greek oinos, wine). Enology covers the biochemistry of fermentation, aging chemistry, sensory science, and all technical aspects of wine production. Enologists (winemakers with scientific training) study at universities like UC Davis, Bordeaux, Adelaide, and Geisenheim. The discipline bridges traditional craft and modern science.
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- Category
- Chemistry & Science
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Pronunciation
- ee-NOL-uh-jee