Being in a region with a grape-growing history that stretches back to the 18th century, when Franciscans at Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa produced some of California's first wines of distinction, planting wine grapes was a natural choice.
Vinology, the scientific study of wines and winemaking, is increasingly gaining the interest of consumers as well as the industry. This article looks at five universities around the world that offer professional courses in all things wine.
