Viticulture (from the Latin word for vine) or winegrowing (wine growing) is the cultivation and harvesting of grapes. ... Viticulturists are often intimately involved with winemakers, because vineyard management and the resulting grape characteristics provide the basis from which winemaking can begin.

Is viticulture an English word?

the culture or cultivation of grapevines; grape-growing. the study or science of grapes and their culture.

How much do viticulturists make?

Salary Ranges for Viticulturists

The salaries of Viticulturists in the US range from $33,110 to $312,000 , with a median salary of $64,170 . The middle 60% of Viticulturists makes between $56,347 and $64,015, with the top 80% making $312,000.