Abstract

Malolactic fermentation (MLF) in wine can be accomplished by relying on the natural microflora or by inducing through inoculation of a specific strain(s) of malolactic bacteria, primarily strains of Leuconostoc oenos . Problems with inducing MLF include intrinsic factors of the grape must such as pH, presence of sulfur dioxide, and ethanol in addition to antagonism of malolactic bacteria by wine yeast. Current methods and new technology to improve the predictability of MLF are discussed.

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