The secret of a good wine lies in the hands of those who produce it, transforming grapes into wine. Winemakers have the responsibility to guarantee the quality of production. But the person who actually follows the life of harvest to vinification, from harvest to maturation is none other than the enologist. These are the people who ensure that the nectar from grape bunches become delicious wine.
An enologist is a professional who must have a degree in Viticulture and Oenology, usually a three-year certification. These are obtained from universities and educational institutions that specialize in preparing enologists to practice either as a freelancer or as an employee of a winery. The enologist must also be trained in hygienic regulation of machinery, bottling processes and frequently samples wine in order to analyze it. All of this with the intent of understanding how to market it for sales.
From vineyard management to wine legislation, this professional is preceded by a rigorous training in countries such as Italy, France, Spain, Switzerland and is being recognized in countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Germany, Slovenia and Uruguay as well. In addition to academic preparation, an enologist must explore the ever-changing elements of the core nature of wine. This is profession which demands passion and curiosity.
Behind every great wine, there is a great winemaker!
An enologist is a professional who must have a degree in Viticulture and Oenology, usually a three-year certification. These are obtained from universities and educational institutions that specialize in preparing enologists to practice either as a freelancer or as an employee of a winery. The enologist must also be trained in hygienic regulation of machinery, bottling processes and frequently samples wine in order to analyze it. All of this with the intent of understanding how to market it for sales.
From vineyard management to wine legislation, this professional is preceded by a rigorous training in countries such as Italy, France, Spain, Switzerland and is being recognized in countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Germany, Slovenia and Uruguay as well. In addition to academic preparation, an enologist must explore the ever-changing elements of the core nature of wine. This is profession which demands passion and curiosity.
Behind every great wine, there is a great winemaker!
