DUET MATURE
A bacteria blend of Oenococcus oeni and Lactobacillus plantarum, to be used in co-inoculation, for an enhanced dark fruit profile during malolactic fermentation and maturation.
PURPOSE
Duet Mature is a mixed MLF starter culture for co-inoculation in red wines. This bacteria culture is developed to allow you all the benefits of co-inoculation while enhancing the dark fruit profile and enhancing plum, prune, dried, and dark fruit aromas.
Duet Mature does not only enhance the sensory profile during MLF but also significantly contributes to the aroma profile during the ageing period.
Application
- Increased plum and dark berry aromas
- Hints of spice and black pepper
- Enhanced floral notes
- Increased blackberry and blackcurrant notes (DMS release during maturation)
Origin
Bacteria cultures selected and blended for Anchor Oenology.
Technical properties
- Temperature tolerance: 18 – 28 °C
- Alcohol tolerance: 16%
- Total SO2 at inoculation: < 50 mg/L
- pH: ≥ 3.3
- No biogenic amine production
- Little to no volatile acidity production
Science and Technology
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Dosage
1 g/hL
Usage
Dissolve one 25 g sachet in 1 L of chlorine-free water at 20 °C for 15 minutes maximum. Stir to disperse.
Rehydrated bacteria should be added to the must at the same time as the yeast.
Temperature of the must should ideally be maintained between 18 and 25 °C.
Packaging
Available in 25g or 100g sachets.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place. 18 months at 4 °C or 36 months at -18 °C in original sealed packaging. Use once opened.
During transport and delivery, sealed packets can be held at ambient temperature for 3 weeks (< 25 °C), without significant loss in viability.
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