Mareva McCallum

Skills

Applied viticulture and enology researcher with strong hands-on winemaking experience. Skilled in vineyard and winery trials, fermentation management, wine analysis, sensory evaluation, data analysis (Excel, R), and multi-partner project coordination. Strong focus on sustainable practices, practical problem-solving, and translating research into operational decisions for growers and wineries.

About

Applied research scientist specializing in viticulture and enology, with expertise in vineyard experimentation, fermentation management, and wine chemistry. Currently at the French Institute of Vine and Wine (IFV), coordinating applied R&D projects on volatile phenol precursors, microbial interactions, and wine quality.

Experienced in designing and supervising field and winery trials, analytical interpretation, and technical support for production teams. Adept at bridging research and operations to support innovation, sustainability, and quality-driven winemaking. Fluent in French and English.