Cheers! The Chemistry of Wine
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“Cheers! The Chemistry of Wine” A short presentation followed by Q&A with speaker Ariel Fenster, of McGill University and founding member of the Office for Science and Society.
La vérité est dans le vin, as the French say, “The truth is in the wine.” It is also said that a meal without wine is like a day without sunshine. Recent studies suggest that moderate wine consumption is beneficial to health. Join our speaker, Ariel Fenster of McGill University, to uncork everything you need to know to fully appreciate this best companion of good food. Ariel’s presentation will cover the history of wine as well as the chemical aspects of fermentation and of aging. Whether you’re the experienced oenophile or the wine lover “in waiting,” this event is sure to be a pleasure for all. Santé!
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What You Will Learn
- The history and technology of wine making
- The health benefit of wine
- How to read and understand wine labels
- The “science” of wine appreciation
- And much more…
Webinar Details
Date: Thursday, April 28, 2011
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm ET
Fee: Free
Meet Your Expert
Ariel Fenster teaches at McGill University, where he is a founding member of the Office for Science and Society, an organization dedicated to disseminating up-to-date information in the areas of food, food issues, medications, and the environment and health topics in general. He appears regularly on TV and radio to discuss health, environmental and technology issues and has presented numerous science segments for children’s television. His contributions to teaching, and to the popularization of science, have been recognized by numerous awards. Ariel is a native of the wine-growing region of Bergerac, France, holds a Master’s degree from the University of Paris and a Ph.D. from McGill University.
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The Fine Print
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what’s the difference between wine and whisky in Indian context.
The correct quotation is “In vino veritas” (Latin)
La vérité est dans le vin is nothing but a French translation of the Latin saying.
Sadly I’ll be at work, will their be a replay link?
Thank you Debora for sharing the info on the Latin origin for the quote. We hope you can join us. Sante!
This sounds great! I wonder if the speaker can share any suggestions for a text for an undergraduate course on the science of food/cooking/wine or something similar. Thank you.
I am also interested in a replay link as there is a seminar I must attend at the same time.
As a former Brewer, this will not only be an interesting, but refreshing presentation. Looking forward to it. ‘Happy brewing to all Brewers’
Please, if possible, allow for additional viewings. I will be performing a chemistry demonstration show at the scheduled time.
Also interest in a replay- writing (stealthily) from a conference!
I would be interested in a replay of the whole series. I teach at the scheduled time.
Thanks
Dear Dierdre: We will be recording this webinar and posting it here. Please check back on this website. Thank you.
Interesting and useful topic!
Please let me know when the recording will be posted. Thank you.
I enjoyed the presentation, learned a few things, and will incorporate some of the material in my biochemistry class. Thank you ACS & Professor Fenster.
wish to hear yesterdays wine talk
Dear Jay: Thank you for your interest. The recording will be posted on Thursday 5/5. Please check back and thanks again.
Where is the record for Cheers! The Chemistry of Wine?
What is in red wine that turns some peoples mouths purple and not others?
I thought, when I first listened, it was said that a recording of the webinar would be available for later review. Is that still planned? Thanks.
Thank you for your interest. The recording will be available a week after the event. We hope you can check back again. Thank you.
- ACS Webinars team