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MALOLACTIC FERMENATION | SULFITING AGENTS

Enartis MLF
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Malolactic fermentation (MLF) in winemaking, is often considered a simple conversion process of malic acid into lactic acid, operated by Oenococcus oeni bacteria. However, malolactic bacteria in malolactic fermentation represent the final opportunity to reduce herbaceous notes, enhance fruit aromas, increase aromatic complexity, and

improve balance and structure of wine. Even though

winemaking bacteria are fundamental for the success

of MLF, there are other important factors to consider,

such as wine conditions, choice of ML strain and

preparation of the inoculum. Enartis offers a complete

portfolio of malolactic bacteria for wine and nutrients

for an easy, clean and successful MLF also in very

difficult conditions.

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Enartis Sulfiting Agents

Enartis offers a wide range of sulfiting agents. Among sulphur products, sulfur dioxide is considered the wine preservative par excellence for its antioxidant, antioxidasic and antiseptic effects. Enartis offers sulphites in powder and effervescent granules. Enartis is proud to offer the highest purity potassium metabisulfite on the market: WINY. Potassium metabisulfite (KMS) is one of the most widely used additives in winemaking. WINY can scavenge oxygen radicals responsible for oxidation, bind with oxidation byproducts such as acetaldehyde, inhibit oxidasic enzymes thus preventing browning, and reduce spoilage by inhibiting the growth of many microorganisms detrimental to wine.

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