Oenology

usgb/iːˈnɑːlədʒi/
noun

The study of wine and winemaking.

He studied oenology at the university because he wanted to become a winemaker.
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Often appears as...

  • study of oenology
  • oenology degree

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Academic

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Academic Field

Oenology is a specialized field of study, often found in universities with agricultural programs.

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Her oenology courses focused on grape cultivation and wine chemistry.
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Pronunciation

The word 'oenology' can be tricky to pronounce; it sounds like 'ee-nol-o-gee', where 'oeno' starts like 'eagle'.

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Not Just Wine

Oenology involves more than tasting; it covers the science, production, and storage of wine.

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His oenology thesis explored the effects of soil types on grape qualities.
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