Testimonials
"I started as a student in the very first semester/class of the Enology/Viticulture program (wine & food pairing!), and later became the third graduate of the program with an AS in Enology. Since then, I have been able to use the skills and knowledge I acquired to grow my career in the Livermore Valley. As the valley grew, I was able to find work in the cellars as they've opened, and am now running my own consultantcy. My ongoing relationship with the program is one of gratitude for all it allowed me to accomplish. I'm very excited to see it continue to evolve and serve its students (and, in turn, the valley's wine industry) in new and diverse ways." - Meredith S.
"LPC's Enology program has given me an excellent foundation and confidence to transition from a long career in management consulting into one in wine education and hospitality. Programs in Enology and Viticulture offer a comprehensive curriculum which gave me a good knowledge about California wine regions, wines of the old and new world, along with hand-on experience in all aspects of wine making through three winery operations classes. LPC has it's own vineyards and a full teaching winery which enabled hands-on learning on all aspects of winemaking - from harvest to all the production processes in the winery up to bottling and selling. Our classes had good academic rigor which were complemented by collaborative team projects which delved into several aspects of winemaking. I met amazing people from all walks of life and got to know the local wine community in Livermore. Our program prepares individuals for all types of careers in the wine trade - from winery/vineyard operations to hospitality. My favorite classes was "Wine and Food Pairing" and "Sensory Perception of Wines" as they introduced me to a new universe of food and culture that is associated with wine and an objective framework for assessing quality of wines. As part of the program, I also learnt about Winery management software called Innovint and migrated date from our old winery management software to Innovint. Four of us had an opportunity to make a small batch of Malbec across two semesters as we had extra fruit available from the harvest. Course materials in our program is also an excellent foundation of industry certifications like WEST Level 3 and Level 4. LPC's VWT is a rare gem in California and I urge anyone interested in wine to take advantage of the opportunity and work with passionate staff and faculty at the college to advance their knowledge." - Sanjay K
“The Las Positas College Viticulture and Winery Technology programs are an outstanding way to gain the needed expertise and experience to get started in the wine business. The breadth and depth of the course offerings allow one to gain the necessary learning and hands-on experience. From the expansive winery technology to the Campus Hill Vineyard, it's as if the students are already working at a winery. Now that I have completed all of the necessary courses, I feel I could get a job at any winery either in the vineyard or in the production facility.” - Glen S.
“The Viticulture courses offered by Las Positas College have provided our family's vineyard with a solid foundation of sustainable farming practices and tactical knowledge. As a result, the overall vine health and grape quality has improved, increasing winery demand for our crop.” - Paul M.
“My father and I have enjoyed our experience in the Viticulture and Enology Program at Las Positas College. From theory to practice, we have learned a great deal and this has benefited us in both our personal and professional endeavors. The program gives you a true grasp of the world of wine from multiple perspectives, starting with the first planted vine to a final bottle of wine.” - Jaspindar B.
“The program is exceeding my expectations because of the variety of course offerings and instruction, combined with extensive hands-on experience both in the vineyard and the wine making facility. Having access to state of the art equipment prepares me to be better prepared to build a career in the wine industry.” - Dale V.
