Viticulture - n. : the cultivation or culture of grapes
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.
Wendell Jacob Honors the Memory of his Father, Harry E. Jacob-- Former V&E Faculty Member.
Wendell Jacob Honors the Memory of his Father, Harry E. Jacob, Former V&E Faculty Member.
By Allison Chilcott
(Note: This article first appeared in Outlook 2005, the Publication of College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.)
Students and campus visitors alike will learn to identify dozens of varieties of grapes --including table, wine, and raisins -- when the Harry E. Jacob Demonstration Vineyard opens adjacent to the Robert Mondavi Institute for Wine and Food Science courtyard in 2008. The demonstration vineyard will serve as UC Davis’ primary vineyard education site for classes and tours hosted by the Department of Viticulture and Enology. This unique interactive learning center, to...