Red Wine Making Flashcards
What do polyphenols do ?
They are natural compounds that have characteristics like acidity, astringency, color, structure
What are the red pigments in red wine called
Anthocyanin
When does skin contact, or maceration take place in red wine making
Pre fermentation
What is the skin contact periods goal
To extract pigments for colour and aromas
What is CAP management
It is the pouring over and punching down, aeration and mixing of cap and juice
When does pressing occur
After fermentation
What are a few reasons for MLF
Reduce acidity
Adds to aroma ( softer)
Microbial stability
What can be blended and why
Barrels, vineyards, varieties and to improve wine or make corrections
What is oak maturation used for
To make wine more smoother and to introduce new aromas through diffent oaks
