16.6 White Winemaking: Malolactic Conversion Flashcards

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What are the 4 main effect of malolactic conversion on white wines?

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  • reduction in acidity
  • increase pH
  • increase in microbiological stability
  • modification to the flavours of wine
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With low-aromatic white grape varieties, what factors are taken into account regarding whether or not the wine should go through malo? Give an example.

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  1. The desired style of wine to be made - does it include the desire for the enhanced complexity and characteristics derived from MLC
  2. retaining the primary fruit character (non malo)
    - Example: Chardonnay - can be with or without mlc
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Why is malo typically avoided with aromatic white varieties? Give examples.

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  • to preserve the primary aromatics, despite these being high acid varieties
  • the distinctive aromatics of the individual varieties is maintained.
  • Examples: Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc
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