winemaker training
Dive into expert winemaking for cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, covering everything from crush to bottling. Gain mastery in fermentation control, oak and vessel strategies, blending, lab analysis, and risk management to transform vineyard grapes into premium, stable wines that excel in competitive markets. Perfect for aspiring winemakers seeking practical, industry-ready expertise.

4 to 360 hours flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course equips you with hands-on skills to handle cool-climate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir winemaking from crush through to bottling. You'll cover yeast selection, nutrient management, temperature regulation, cap management techniques, oak and vessel choices, malolactic fermentation planning, sulfite strategies, oxygen management, sanitation protocols, risk mitigation, laboratory testing, blending techniques, and detailed recordkeeping to produce consistent, clean, stable, fruit-forward wines.
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Develop skills
- Master precise fermentation control through temperature management, nutrient dosing, and hygienic yeast handling.
- Develop robust defences against spoilage, including preventing stuck ferments, volatile acidity, Brettanomyces, and oxidation.
- Make informed decisions on oak selection and blending to craft distinctive house styles for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
- Acquire laboratory testing proficiency and recordkeeping skills to ensure winery compliance and quality control.
- Implement effective aging strategies, managing malolactic fermentation, sulfur dioxide, oxygen exposure, and racking for wine stability.
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