Conventional Winemaking Flashcards
1
Q
Define conventional winemaking.
A
- builds on scientific understanding of fermentation processes
- based on Louis Pasteur’s work in 1860s identifying bacteria and yeasts
2
Q
Three techniques utilized by conventional winemaking?
A
- temperature control
- use of additives and/or processing aids
- manipulations
3
Q
When can temperature control be used in winemaking?
A
- cold soaking
- fermentation
- maturation
4
Q
Name some of the additives that can be used in conventional winemaking.
A
- addition of sugar (chaptalization and sweetening)
- addition of SO2 to protect the wine
- use of cultured yeasts
- fining agents
5
Q
Examples of manipulations used in conventional winemaking?
A
- filtration
- reverse osmosis
- flash detente
- use of enzymes
6
Q
What is the main aim of conventional winemaking?
A
To produce stable wines which reliably show fruit character and have no faults.
7
Q
Do conventional winemakers always use these kinds of techniques?
A
No!
Conventional winemakers are less restricted by what tools and techniques they can use to produce wines, but in most cases will only use techniques if necessary and/or desirable.
