Texas Tech University


Viticulture & Enology

Interested in growing grapes and making wine?

Viticulture and enology — or the application of biology, chemistry, and technology to commercial grape growing and wine production — is an established strength at Texas Tech University. Over the years, we've developed and refined a range of practical, hands-on programs and courses taught at our own vineyards, teaching labs, and online.


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Turn your passion for wine into a fulfilling career

Texas Tech University's viticulture, winemaking, and wine business programs are designed and taught by industry experts to equip you with the knowledge to work in the various roles within the Texas wine industry, including vineyard or winery management, winemaking, wine retail, marketing, and tourism.

You'll benefit from hands-on experience, convenient and affordable online classes, practical knowledge, and techniques that you can use immediately in your wine industry job, as well as continuing support from your instructors, peers, and industry professionals.


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Meet our Faculty

Get to know the people behind the program, with instructor bios, specialties, and contact information.

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Learn About Our Facilities

Our practical, hands-on programs and courses are taught at our own state-of-the-art teaching labs and vineyards in Lubbock, Fredericksburg, and online.

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What Our Alumni Have to Say

"Great program. When I started, I was a full-time electrician. By the time I finished, I had opened a tasting room, planted a vineyard and was making wine for our own label."

Sara Cox
Brownwood, Texas

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