Viticulture and Enology (VIEN)Agriculture and Life Sciences

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Course descriptions provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

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  • Schedule of Classes - October 15, 2026 7:07PM EDT

VIEN 1104
Introduction to Wines and Vines

Broad introduction to grape cultivation and wine fermentations. Topics include history of winemaking, viticultural regions, vineyard and winery practices, wine flavor chemistry and microbiology, and wine ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  2497 VIEN 1104   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      D'Aversa, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The number of seats available to each class year is restricted during pre-enrollment, a "You do not fit the criteria" error message indicates that the seats for your class year are full. All open seats will be made available to all undergraduate students during add/drop.
    Seats are available on a first come, first served basis during the add/drop period at the beginning of the semester. Do not email the instructors inquiring about space in the class. Any messages will likely be unanswered due to the high volume of interest and demand for the course.

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  2498 VIEN 1104   LEC 002

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      D'Aversa, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The number of seats available to each class year is restricted during pre-enrollment, a "You do not fit the criteria" error message indicates that the seats for your class year are full. All open seats will be made available to all undergraduate students during add/drop.
    Seats are available on a first come, first served basis during the add/drop period at the beginning of the semester. Do not email the instructors inquiring about space in the class. Any messages will likely be unanswered due to the high volume of interest and demand for the course.

VIEN 1105
Introduction to Wines and Vines Practicum

Students learn in the classroom and teaching winery. Activities include practice of techniques relevant to making and analyzing wines, writing focused on wine topics, and sensory evaluation of wine. Writing ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 3 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2499 VIEN 1105   LEC 001

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Arnink, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  2500 VIEN 1105   LAB 401

    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Arnink, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 2340
Cider Production: Apples and Fermented Juice

Hard cider consumption has expanded rapidly over the last decade. Want to learn why? This course focuses on the scientific basis of cider production from orchard to bottle and provides a brief overview ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: VIEN 5340

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2542 VIEN 2340   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Drop Deadline: February 2, 2027.

VIEN 2360
Distillation Principles and Practices

As an introduction to the science of distillation this course uses the study of pre-fermentation and fermentation biology, phase separation and vapor-liquid equilibrium, and sensory perception as a vehicle ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2360, FDSC 5360, VIEN 5360

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  •  2536 VIEN 2360   LEC 001

  •  
    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 2400
Wines and Grapes: Composition and Analysis

Investigates the composition of grapes and wine and the most common analytical tools used in their evaluation. Both the theoretical and practical aspects of grape and wine analyses are considered. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 2400, FDSC 5400, VIEN 5400

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2508 VIEN 2400   LEC 001

  •  
    • WF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Gibney, P

      Sacks, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2509 VIEN 2400   LAB 401

  •  
    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Gibney, P

      Sacks, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 3300
The Science of Grapevines

This discussion-based course will delve in-depth into the biological and physiological underpinnings of grapevine growth and management. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: VIEN 5300

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2550 VIEN 3300   LEC 001

  •  
    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Vanden Heuvel, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 3620
Vineyard Management II

This course is designed to develop the relevant skills required for Winter and Spring vineyard management, as well as budget and business plan formation. Focused on hands-on, active learning, students ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: VIEN 5620

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2547 VIEN 3620   LEC 001

  •  
    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • D'Aversa, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2548 VIEN 3620   LAB 401

  •  
    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • D'Aversa, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Taught at the Cornell Orchards, 128 Crisp Apple Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850. The instructor will provide alternate instructions for the lab location should there be any weather-related issues.

VIEN 4340
Cider Production Laboratory

Cider is a fermented beverage made from apples. Students in this course are immersed in cider production and analysis practices through activities in the teaching winery and by visiting commercial cideries. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4340, FDSC 6340, VIEN 6340

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2543 VIEN 4340   LEC 001

    • W
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  2544 VIEN 4340   LAB 401

    • W
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 4360
Distillation Principles and Practices Laboratory

As an introduction to the science of distillation this course uses the study of pre-fermentation and fermentation biology, phase separation and vapor-liquid equilibrium, and sensory perception as a vehicle ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4360, FDSC 6360, VIEN 6360

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  2532 VIEN 4360   LEC 001

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  2533 VIEN 4360   LAB 401

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 4700
Advanced Winemaking Theory and Practice II

Winemaking Theory and Practice II specifically addresses the non-fermentation aspects of wine production. This area includes fining, stabilization, adjustments, clarification, filtration, bottling, general ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4700, FDSC 6700, VIEN 6700

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2512 VIEN 4700   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 4710
Advanced Winemaking Theory and Practice II Laboratory

In the laboratory of part II of the Winemaking Theory and Practice, students continue working with wines produced in the preceding fall term, focusing on aging options, stabilization, fining, and packaging. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4710, FDSC 6710, VIEN 6710

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2495 VIEN 4710   LAB 401

  •  
    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 4960
Viticulture and Enology Internship

Internships provide experiential learning opportunities in real-life winery and vineyard circumstances where classroom knowledge is applied and evaluated. Students are able to master new skills, compare ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 4970
Individual Study in Viticulture and Enology

Undergraduate individual study in viticulture and enology under the direction of one or more faculty members. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for credit. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 0.5-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 4980
Undergraduate Teaching Experience

Students assist in teaching a course appropriate to their previous training and experience. TA duties are determined by student and instructor(s) of course. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 4990
Undergraduate Research in Viticulture and Enology

Undergraduate individual study or research in viticulture and enology under the direction of one or more faculty members. Since topics vary, the course may be repeated for credit. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Stdnt Opt

VIEN 5300
The Science of Grapevines

This discussion-based course will delve in-depth into the biological and physiological underpinnings of grapevine growth and management. view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: VIEN 3300

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2551 VIEN 5300   LEC 001

  •  
    • T
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Vanden Heuvel, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 5340
Cider Production: Apples and Fermented Juice

Hard cider consumption has expanded rapidly over the last decade. Want to learn why? This course focuses on the scientific basis of cider production from orchard to bottle and provides a brief overview ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First.  Combined with: VIEN 2340

  • 1 Credit GradeNoAud

  •  2552 VIEN 5340   LEC 001

    • TR
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 5360
Distillation Principles and Practices

As an introduction to the science of distillation this course uses the study of pre-fermentation and fermentation biology, phase separation and vapor-liquid equilibrium, and sensory perception as a vehicle ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 2360, FDSC 5360, VIEN 2360

  • 1 Credit Stdnt Opt

  •  2568 VIEN 5360   LEC 001

  •  
    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 5400
Wine and Grapes: Composition and Analysis

VIEN 5400 is a 2-credit course (1 credit lecture, 1 credit lab) with an emphasis on understanding the practice and theory behind analytical techniques routinely used in the wine and grape industries, and ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 2400, FDSC 5400, VIEN 2400

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  2538 VIEN 5400   LEC 001

    • WF
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Gibney, P

      Sacks, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  2539 VIEN 5400   LAB 401

    • W
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Gibney, P

      Sacks, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 5620
Vineyard Management II

This course is designed to develop the relevant skills required for Winter and Spring vineyard management, as well as budget and business plan formation. Focused on hands-on, active learning, students ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: VIEN 3620

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2557 VIEN 5620   LEC 001

  •  
    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • D'Aversa, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  2558 VIEN 5620   LAB 401

  •  
    • M
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • D'Aversa, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Taught at the Cornell Orchards, 128 Crisp Apple Drive, Ithaca, NY 14850. The instructor will provide alternate instructions for the lab location should there be any weather-related issues.

VIEN 5660
Current Topics in the Biology of Wine Microbes

This course uses primary literature publications related to wine-relevant microbes to explore how cells interact with their environment and how scientific progress is made. Selected papers will include ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2549 VIEN 5660   LEC 001

  •  
    • MW
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Gibney, P

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 6340
Cider Production Laboratory

Cider is a fermented beverage made from apples. Students in this course are immersed in cider production and analysis practices through activities in the teaching winery and by visiting commercial cideries. ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Seven Week - First.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4340, FDSC 6340, VIEN 4340

  • 1.5 Credits GradeNoAud

  •  2553 VIEN 6340   LEC 001

    • W
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  2554 VIEN 6340   LAB 401

    • W
    • Jan 25 - Mar 16, 2027

    • Arnink, K

      Peck, G

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 6360
Distillation Principles and Practices Laboratory

As an introduction to the science of distillation this course uses the study of pre-fermentation and fermentation biology, phase separation and vapor-liquid equilibrium, and sensory perception as a vehicle ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: FDSC 4360, FDSC 6360, VIEN 4360

  • 2 Credits Opt NoAud

  •  2559 VIEN 6360   LEC 001

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

  •  2560 VIEN 6360   LAB 401

    • F
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Instructor Consent Required (Add)

VIEN 6700
Advanced Winemaking Theory and Practice II

Winemaking Theory and Practice II specifically addresses the non-fermentation aspects of wine production. This area includes fining, stabilization, adjustments, clarification, filtration, bottling, general ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4700, FDSC 6700, VIEN 4700

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2563 VIEN 6700   LEC 001

  •  
    • TR
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

VIEN 6710
Advanced Winemaking Theory and Practice II Laboratory

In the laboratory of part II of the Winemaking Theory and Practice, students continue working with wines produced in the preceding fall term, focusing on aging options, stabilization, fining, and packaging. ... view course details

View Enrollment Information

Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: FDSC 4710, FDSC 6710, VIEN 4710

  • 2 Credits Graded

  •  2565 VIEN 6710   LAB 401

  •  
    • R
    • Jan 25 - May 11, 2027

    • Bershaw, D

  • Instruction Mode: In Person