Bridging Science, Innovation, and Regional Wine Heritage
Viktoriya Aleksovych is a wine researcher, Ph.D. candidate, and Master of Sensory Analysis whose work connects wine science, innovative winemaking technologies, and regional wine heritage. She is the owner of the BOUSINAGE® trademark, producing enological oak products that combine scientific research with sustainable winemaking practices.
Viktoriya is co-author of the book “Wine History of Zakarpattia”, a detailed exploration of viticulture and winemaking in the Zakarpattia region from ancient times to the present. The book highlights local grape varieties, harvest traditions, production methods, and wine culture, appealing both to professionals and enthusiasts. The publication has been recognized with the Petro Skunts Literary Award.
Her mission extends beyond research and product development: through her work, publications, and initiatives, Viktoriya actively promotes Ukrainian wine regions – especially Zakarpattia – within the global context of wine tourism and culture.
Academic Achievements
Viktoriya holds a Master’s degree in Sensory Analysis and is pursuing a Ph.D. at Odesa National Technological University, focusing on wine technology.
She has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and presented her research at major international platforms, including the World Congress of Vine and Wine (OIV) and the International Polyphenols Conference.
Entrepreneurship and Cultural Impact
As the founder of BOUSINAGE®, Viktoriya develops enological oak products that reflect both innovation and sustainability. The brand embodies her vision of turning scientific insights into practical solutions that enhance winemaking quality.
Her work bridges science and culture, combining technological research with the preservation and promotion of regional wine traditions. Through BOUSINAGE®, she provides winemakers with tools to improve wine structure, aroma, and aging potential, applying rigorous scientific methods to real-world practices.
Beyond product development, Viktoriya is dedicated to making wine science accessible and meaningful for wine professionals, enthusiasts, and local communities. She organizes tastings, educational programs, and consulting initiatives to foster a deeper understanding of winemaking techniques and sensory evaluation. Her efforts highlight the cultural richness of Ukrainian wine regions, connecting them to the international wine community and positioning Zakarpattia as a destination for wine tourism, heritage, and innovation.
Books, Scientific Publications, and Conference Contributions
Book
- Literati, T., Toichkina, O., & Aleksovych, V. (2024). Wine History of Zakarpattia. Uzhhorod: RIK-U Publishing House. 252 p. ISBN 978-617-8390-30-3
Scientific Publications
- Delic, K., Payan, C., Aleksovych, V., Jouin, A., Vignault, A., Chira, K., Jourdes, M., & Teissedre, P.-L. (2023). Wine Phenolic Compounds: Chemistry and Biological Properties. In J.-M. Mérillon & K. Ramawat (Eds.), Reference Series in Phytochemistry. Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-38663-3_218
- Aleksovych, V., & Tkachenko, O. (2024). Use of oak alternative products in vinification. Food Science and Technology, 18(1), 39–50. https://doi.org/10.15673/fst.v18i1.2856
- Tkachenko, O. B., Tkachenko, D. P., & Aleksovych, V. V. (2025). Impact of oak aging on the sensory characteristics of single-varietal wines from different wine regions of Ukraine. Tavriya Scientific Bulletin. Series: Technical Sciences, 2(4), 198–215. https://doi.org/10.32782/tnv-tech.2025.4.2.22
International Conference Contributions (abstracts)
- Teissedre, P.-L., Aleksovych, V., Gancel, A.-L., Jourdes, M., & Tkachenko, O. (2023). Quality improvement of a white wine from Aligoté through the use of alternative oak products. Paper presented at the 44th World Congress of Vine and Wine (OIV), 5–9 June 2023, Jerez, Spain.
- Aleksovych, V., Gancel, A.-L., Jourdes, M., Tkachenko, O., & Teissedre, P.-L. (2023). Addition of oak wood alternative products: Qualitative and sensorial effects for a white wine of Aligoté. Abstract presented at the 31st International Conference on Polyphenols (ICP 2023), Groupe Polyphénols.
- Aleksovych, V., Gancel, A.-L., Jourdes, M., Tkachenko, O., & Teissedre, P.-L. (2023). Addition of oak wood alternative products: Qualitative and sensorial effects for a white wine of Aligoté. Abstract presented at the II International Congress on Grapevine and Wine Sciences, 8–10 November 2023, Logroño, La Rioja, Spain.
- Teissedre, P.-L., Aleksovych, V., Gancel, A.-L., Jourdes, M., & Tkachenko, O. (2023). Quality improvement of a white wine from Aligoté through the use of alternative oak products. In Book of Abstracts of OenoMacrowine 2023. Institut des Sciences de la Vigne et du Vin (ISVV), Université de Bordeaux. https://isvv-events.com/oeno-macrowine2023/images/Book_of_abstracts_-_OenoMacrowine_2023.pdf
