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Successful Yeast and Malolactic Bacteria Co-inoculation: Red Wine Vinification

Co-inoculating a must with yeast and malolactic bacteria accelerates the onset of malolactic fermentation (MLF) and makes it possible in difficult cases.  This time savings can be decisive not only for fermenting quick turnover wines, but for limiting the risk of developing Brettanomyces and indigenous spoilage bacteria.

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Successful Yeast and Malolactic Bacteria Co-inoculation:White Wine Vinification

Co-inoculating a must with yeast and malolactic bacteria accelerates the onset of malolactic fermentation (MLF) and makes it possible in difficult cases. This time savings can be decisive not only for finishing fruity and/or quick turnover wines, but also for carrying out MLF in a less oxidative medium, which reduces the production of buttery aromas.

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Good Practices for Malolactic Bacteria

Proper rehydration and inoculation of lactic bacteria is a crucial step for their survival and malolactic activity.

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Predicting Malolactic Fermentation

Numerous conditions influence the development and activity of malolactic bacteria in wine. Malolactic fermentation (MLF) that is spontaneously triggered too early or too late can result in loss of wine quality.

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Timing the Inoculation with Malolactic Bacteria

Numerous parameters are involved in selecting bacteria for malolactic fermentation (MLF). Choosing the right moment for inoculating wine with selected bacteria is a factor in successful MLF. Choosing the right moment for lactic acid bacteria inoculation controls MLF according to the wine style desired, and lets you adapt to technical constraints.

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