Glossary
Enologist
/ee-NOL-uh-jist/
A wine scientist or professionally trained winemaker.
Full Definition
An enologist (oenologist) is a professional with formal training in wine science, typically holding a degree in enology. They understand fermentation, chemistry, microbiology, and cellar practices at a technical level. Distinguished from winemaker by academic credentials, though roles overlap. The science is called enology.
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