John Blackman

Dr. John Blackman is a Senior Lecturer in Wine Science at Charles Sturt University's School of Agricultural, Environmental and Veterinary Sciences. His work bridges small-lot winemaking experimentation with sensory analysis to quantify wine quality and consumer preferences, particularly focusing on Hunter Valley Semillon and Shiraz. He teaches courses in wine production, sensory science, and advanced oenology.

• Teaching: Coordinates WSC201, WSC210, and WSC310 while teaching WSC312 and WSC504
• Research: Investigates viticultural trials, winemaking interventions, and wine fault amelioration
• Current Projects: 2013-2015 study on fungal rots' impact (GWRDC $163,208) and 2013-2017 grape quality optimization project (GWRDC $1,712,000)
• Students: Supervises PhD research into grape composition and sensory properties
• Collaborations: Works with Leigh Schmidtke, Alain Deloire, Remy Dehaan, and Chris Steel
• Recent Research Outputs: Published 85+ articles, including 15 most recent works on Cu fractions, light exposure, Shiraz terroir, and harvest optimization

Active in industry engagement, Dr. Blackman participates in national wine sector conferences and technical workshops while contributing to educational initiatives and media discussions about Australian wine research.