AGST 4090 - Geography of Wine

3 unit(s)

Introduction to geographic origins, diffusions, distributions, and patterns of global viticulture. Emphasis on complex relationships existing between environmental variables, such as climate, soils and landforms, and human factors such as cultural practices. Examines characteristics of wine regions and landscapes. (Offered under the subjects GEOG and AGST)

Course Learning Outcomes List
Students will be able to:

• Map the spatial distribution and patterns of wine regions in the world;

• Define a wine region;

• Map environmental and cultural patterns within each wine region;

• Describe the historical roots of wine production in each region;

• Describe the effect of colonialism and economic development on wine regions;

• Describe the complex relationships that exist between environmental variables, such as climate, soils and landforms, and human factors such as viticulture practices and techniques;

• Describe the effect of tourism in shaping the identities of wine regions; and,

• Describe the effects of global climate change on each wine region.

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