As one of Allan Hancock College’s most unique offerings, with multiple degrees and certificates in viticulture, enology, wine and food pairing, and wine business, students are prepared to enter the wine industry, improve professional skills for the purposes of promotion, and/or transfer to a university.
Classes are taught by industry professionals with a hands-on approach. Hancock has state-of-the-art labs, an on-campus working vineyard, and a bonded winery. These resources give students practical experience within every aspect of the wine life cycle.
Student learning culminates with the production of yearly vintages, sold through the
Allan Hancock College Winery. Recent varietals have won statewide acclaim.
Viticulture is the science of growing grapes
The program maintains two practice vineyards, one four-acre outdoor classroom on the Santa Maria that includes a new greenhouse and tractor and vineyard equipment. The other practice vineyard is located in Los Alamos through a partnership with Kendall Jackson.
Enology is the science of making wine
The program includes hands-on wine production in the teaching winery, practical wine and must analysis in labs and internships are available within the local industry.
Agribusiness is the business of wine
Related courses include: marketing, business communications, business law, financial accounting, website development, software and advertising.
Degrees and Certificates Offered
Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.
Associate in Arts- Agribusiness: Enology/Viticulture
Associate in Science- Agribusiness: Viticulture
Associate in Science- Agribusiness: Wine Business
Certificate of Achievement- Agribusiness: Wine Business
Certificate of Accomplishment- Agribusiness: Pairing Wine and Food
Certificate of Achievement - Viticulture Level 1
Certificate of Achievement - Viticulture Level 2
Certificate of Achievement - Viticulture Level 3
Certificate of Accomplishment- Vineyard and Winery Administration
To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.
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Helpful Resources
Contact Information
Coordinator and Professor
Alfredo Koch, Ph.D.
Office: Building M 100-200 - Room M 207 D (Upstairs)
Phone: 805-922 6966 x 3760
Cell: 805-903-2726
akoch@hancockcollege.edu
Administrative Assistant
Christina McMillan
805-922-6966 ext. 3202
cmcmillan@hancockcollege.edu
Dean, Academic Affairs
Sean Abel
805-922-6966 ext. 3537
sean.abel@hancockcollege.edu
LOCATION
Santa Maria Campus
Bldg. M
Map of Building M Locations
805-922-6966 ext. 3202
