- Duration
1 day
- Attendance
- 9:00 - 16:00
- Location
- Plumpton College
Course Overview
Understanding the fermentation process in winemaking is vital for anyone looking to appreciate the intricacies of wine production. It is the heart of the winemaking process, transforming simple grape juice into a complex and delightful alcoholic beverage.
The course will cover the types of yeast used in winemaking, the chemistry of fermentation, and the contribution of yeast to the sensorial properties of wine.There will also be a short lab based practical to look at yeast cells under the microscope and undertake yeast counts.
Assessment
At the end of the course, participants will take part in a short multiple-choice quiz to assess their learning.
Entry Requirements
This course is ideal for new entrants to the wine industry who want to learn about fermentation and vineyard managers, winemakers and operations staff who want to refresh their basic theoretical knowledge. No prior knowledge or experience of fermentation is required.
Course Cost
This course is FREE*, thanks to the Plumpton Wine Resilience Fund. More information about this fund can be found here.
Please refer to our terms and conditions below to take advantage of this offer between January - July 2026.
Note that the cost will show on your application form, however please disregard this if you meet the funding criteria to access the Plumpton Wine Resilience Fund.
*Subject to eligibility
Cost for a non-funded learner: £210
Terms & Conditions
1. Course Dates:
All courses must be booked and attended between 1 January and 31 July 2026
2. Commitment to attend:
All courses are fully funded. By enrolling on a programme, you are committing to attend. Failure to attend without notifying the College at least 10 days prior to the course start date will result in a £50 administration charge.
3. Number of Courses:
There is no limit to the number of courses an individual or company may book under this scheme. However, no one course can be repeated by and individual.
4. Materials:
Any required materials or equipment must be purchased separately and are not covered by the funding. These will be clearly stated in the course information.
5. Eligibility:
Free training is offered through the Governments' Adult Skills Fund and cannot be accessed by individuals or organisations from devolved authorities (areas include but may not be exclusive to: Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, York and North Yorkshire, North East, East Midlands, Cambridgeshire & Peterborough, Cornwall, Tees Valley, Bristol, London).
6. Accommodation and travel:
Plumpton College does not provide free accommodation.
On-site accommodation may be available at a discounted rate, subject to availability and payable separately.
We do have travel bursaries for those in low income please look on our website for further details.
Course Dates
- Date
- 8 June 2026
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