WINE EVALUATION 1
AGR2WE1
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The objective of this subject is to introduce you to the principles and practices of the sensory evaluation of wine. You do not need prior wine evaluation skills. During extensive practical wine tasting sessions, skills in wine assessment will be developed via palate training exercises that explore sight, smell, taste, flavour and mouth feel of the samples. A unique and comprehensive set of wines will be tasted across various quality categories. You will also develop an understanding of environmental conditions related to wine quality. Storage and serving conditions within a tasting context will be explored along with protocols for wine show stewarding and scoring.
SchoolLife Sciences
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 2 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
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Quota Management StrategyMerit based quota management
Quota-conditions or rulesPriority is given to students admitted in SBATE, then all other degrees.
Special conditionsThe course is a mixture of on-line and face to face teaching. In the face to face component two days are taught at the Melbourne Polytechnic Epping Campus and two days at the Ararat campus. The Ararat component will include winery visits with tastings. The Ararat class times allow train travel from Southern Cross on the first morning and an early finish on the second day to allow travel back to Melbourne. Transport to and from the Ararat station, town centre, the Ararat campus and for the winery visits will be available. A list of suggested accommodation in Ararat will be provided before the subject begins.
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
Wine grapes: A complete guide to 1375 vine varieties, including their origins, flavours and wines
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorRobinson, J, Harding, J & Vouillamoz, J
Year2012
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PublisherALLEN LANE, LONDON
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Le Nez du Vin: (The scent of wine: Red wine)
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorLenoir, J & Sutcliffe, S
Year2006
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherDVD KALEIDOSCOPE FILM & DVD, AUSTRALIA
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Jancis Robinson's wine course
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorRobinson, J, Darlow, D & Bulley, T
Year2005
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherDVD KALEIDOSCOPE FILM & DVD, AUSTRALIA
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Le Nez blancs (The scent of wine: White wine)
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorLenoir, J & Sutcliffe, S
Year2006
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherDVD KALEIDOSCOPE FILM & DVD, AUSTRALIA
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Le Nez du Vin (The scent of wine: Faults in wine)
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorLenior, J & Sutcliffe, S
Year2006
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PublisherDVD KALEIDOSCOPE FILM & DVD, AUSTRALIA
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Wine tasting: A professional handbook
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorJackson, R
Year2009
Edition/Volume2ND EDN
PublisherACADEMIC PRESS, SAN DIEGO
ISBNN/A
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
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Total hours/days requiredN/A
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WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
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Subject options
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Epping (Melbourne Polytechnic), 2021, Winter semester, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size60
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPenelope Smith
Class requirements
Laboratory ClassWeek: 27 - 28
Three 3.00 h laboratory class per study period on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 28 and delivered via online.
Evening online tutorial
WorkShopWeek: 27 - 28
Two 6.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 27 to week 28 and delivered via face-to-face.
On Campus &/or industry visit
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practical reports (tasting reports, 6 during study period, 300 words each - total is 1800 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO2, SILO3 |
| Qualitative wine evaluation exam (1 hour, 1300 words equivalency) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO2, SILO3 |
| Tasting test (1300-word equivalency) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1 |