Unique to the Southwest region, the Southwest Wine Center is a hub for learning as well as an incubator for rural economic development. The enology and viticulture program at Yavapai College's Southwest Wine Center offers a comprehensive professional training in the growing of grapes, care of vines and production of wines.

The two-year program nurtures future vintners, grape growers, marketing entrepreneurs, tasting room managers and others involved in the rapidly expanding wine industry in Arizona and has attracted students of all ages and work backgrounds.