Meet the Extension Enologists
James F. Harbertson
Jim Harbertson's research is currently focused on the phenolics in grapes and wine and the changes they undergo during grape ripening, vinification and aging. He is familiar with a broad spectrum of topics in winemaking and am prepared to assist local winemakers and industry members with any queries or problems that arise. Learn more » |
Kerry L. Ringer
Kerry Ringer’s research focuses on the impacts of winemaking and viticulture techniques on the volatile compounds and volatile precursors found in grapes and wine, particularly the fruity and floral terpenes. With water and climate change becoming important issues in Washington State, she is currently analyzing the impact of extreme deficit irrigation treatments on the aroma composition of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and wine. Learn more » |
What is enology?
Enology (American English) oenology (British English) is the science and study of all aspects of wine and winemaking from the grape harvest to bottle. An expert in the field of oenology is known as an oenologist.
Enology does not usually include the study of vine growing and grape harvesting. This field of agricultural practice and science is called viticulture, which makes "viticulture and enology" a common designation for training programmes and research centres which include both "outdoors" and "indoors" aspects of wine production.
The name oenology is derived from the Greek term, oenos (οίνος), which means wine, and the suffix -logy (from the Greek λόγος, meaning speech or study).