Terroir

Abstract

Working in small groups, students in ISCI 3A12 examine the science behind winemaking, from the art of viticulture to its eventual consumption by the public. Students perform literature-based reviews and original research in order to understand the wine industry and its complexity; including the environmental requirements and consequences of winemaking, the short- and long-term health effects of drinking wine, and what factors contribute to the quality, aroma, and taste of wine. This research was formatted to resemble a publicly accessible scientific article and compiled to create each Vintage of Terroir.