Enology

Enology

Enology (pronounced: /iːˈnɒlədʒi/), also spelled oenology, is the science and study of all aspects of wine and winemaking except vine-growing and grape-harvesting, which is a subfield called viticulture.

Etymology

The term "enology" comes from the Greek words "oinos" (wine) and "logos" (study).

Related Terms

• Viticulture: The cultivation, science, and study of grapes. It is a branch of the science of horticulture.
• Viniculture: The process of making wine.
• Fermentation (wine): The process that turns grape juice into an alcoholic beverage.
• Winemaker: A person engaged in the occupation of making wine.
• Sommelier: A trained and knowledgeable wine professional, normally working in fine restaurants, who specializes in all aspects of wine service as well as wine and food pairing.

See Also

• Wine tasting
• Wine cellar
• Wine fault
• Wine chemistry
• Wine accessory

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Enology
• Wikipedia's article - Enology

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