Enology - n. :a science that deals with wine and wine making The
V&E Department combines the sciences of viticulture and enology
in a single research and teaching unit that encompasses all of
the scientific disciplines that impact grape growing and
winemaking. For over one hundred years the University of
California has maintained an active and productive program in
research and education in viticulture and enology. The
continuing excellence of the Department has enabled California
growers and vintners to develop practices that have allowed the
Golden State to achieve its potential and become a premier wine-
producing region. Our students are innovators. We prepare our
students to advance the art and science of grape growing and
winemaking The Department of Viticulture & Enology teaches
students to think critically, based on an understanding of the
sciences that are the foundation of grape growing and
winemaking. Our programs are based on a comprehensive
preparation in mathematics and statistics, chemistry and