GWT 412 - Advanced Wine Regions

Description:
Study of lesser known vineyard areas around the world including unusual grape varietals, regulations, quality designations, and wines made for specific markets. Formerly GWS 412; students may not receive credit for both. Course will be offered every year. Course will not have an established scheduling pattern.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: GWT 303.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Identify climate and soil conditions for the “advanced” vineyard areas of the world.
Identify for the lesser known regions of the world, the dominant and less common grape varieties.
Identify wine produced by these grapes.
Demonstrate an understanding of the viticulture and winemaking regulations and laws for each advanced country and its regions.
Identify quality levels and labeling regulations of advanced wine regions.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/5/2012