The Wine Production Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree program teaches the basic knowledge and skills necessary to produce quality wines. Students study wine production from vine to bottle, including up-to-date winery practices and day-to-day operations. They learn the chemistry of wine and how it can be used to affect winemaking decisions. They also learn how viticulture practices affect wine quality. In addition to classroom learning, students get hands-on experience by participating in a full year of winery operations in our state-of-the-art commercial teaching winery. Grapes are donated by renowned growers throughout Washington State. Students pick, sort, ferment and see the grapes through to the finished product.