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oenology

 

[ iːˈnɒlədʒi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

science of wine

Oenology is the study of wine and winemaking. It encompasses the entire process of wine production, from the cultivation of grapevines to the fermentation and aging of wine. This scientific discipline involves various aspects such as chemistry, biology, and sensory analysis to understand the complexities of wine flavor and aroma. Oenologists work in wineries, conducting research and developing methods to improve wine quality and production techniques.

Synonyms

wine production, wine science.

Examples of usage

  • Her interest in oenology led her to study at a prestigious wine academy.
  • He is an expert in oenology and often gives lectures on the science of wine.
  • Oenology courses cover a wide range of topics, including grape varietals and fermentation methods.

Translations

Translations of the word "oenology" in other languages:

🇵🇹 oenologia

🇮🇳 शराब विज्ञान

🇩🇪 Oenologie

🇮🇩 oenologi

🇺🇦 енологія

🇵🇱 oenologia

🇯🇵 ワイン学

🇫🇷 œnologie

🇪🇸 oenología

🇹🇷 şarap bilimi

🇰🇷 와인학

🇸🇦 علم النبيذ

🇨🇿 oenologie

🇸🇰 oenológia

🇨🇳 葡萄酒学

🇸🇮 oenologija

🇮🇸 vínfræði

🇰🇿 винология

🇬🇪 ღვინის მეცნიერება

🇦🇿 şərab elmi

🇲🇽 oenología

Etymology

The term 'oenology' originated from the Greek word 'oinos,' which means wine, and 'logia,' meaning study or science. This field began to take shape in ancient times, where wine was an essential part of cultural and social practices across civilizations, particularly in Ancient Greece and Rome. With the expansion of viticulture and winemaking techniques over the centuries, oenology evolved into an academic discipline during the 19th century. The scientific approach to studying wine was significantly advanced with the advent of modern chemistry and microbiology, which allowed for a better understanding of fermentation processes and grape varietals. Today, oenology is a vital field that combines tradition with scientific research, leading to advancements in wine quality and sustainability in the winemaking industry.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,964, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.