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Why is testing for Glycerol important in winemaking?
Glycerol is formed as a by-product of fermentation. It also has a favourable impact on wine quality, as it improves fullness and sweetness. It is non-aromatic due to its non-volatile nature…July 22, 2019 -
Why is testing for free sulphite – SO2 important in winemaking?
Sulphur dioxide or SO2 is a compound commonly found in wine. Sulphur can be added to the wine at various stages of fermentation to protect from effects such as oxygen exposure…July 10, 2019 -
Why is testing for ethanol important in winemaking?
Ethanol is the principal organic by-product in fermentation and is crucial in the stability, aging and sensory properties of wine. Ethanol is created during the fermentation process by yeast consuming the…July 1, 2019 -
Why is testing for copper important in winemaking?
Copper sulphate is used as a fining agent in the wine making process to remove unwanted hydrogen sulphides and other sulphide like aromas in wine. Copper instabilities are one of the…June 25, 2019 -
Why is testing for citric acid important in winemaking?
Citric acid is one of the less commonly found acid’s in wine. The acid is a weak organic compound which is commonly found in large quantities in citrus fruits like oranges…June 17, 2019 -
Happy World Food Safety Day 2019!
Today is the first world food safety day in history. On 20th December 2018 the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 73/250 proclaiming a World Food Safety Day. Starting in 2019,…June 7, 2019 -
Why is testing for Ammonia important in winemaking?
Nitrogenous compounds are a vital part of all living organisms and plays a vital role in the winemaking process. Ammonia is one of the essential nitrogenous compounds. Ammonia’s role is important…June 5, 2019 -
Why is testing for Glucose/Fructose important in winemaking?
Glucose/Fructose are the main fermentable sugars found in wine. They are natural sugar produced in the vines during photosynthesis. During fermentation yeast converts the glucose/fructose into Ethanol and Carbon Dioxide. These…May 28, 2019 -
Why is testing for Acetic Acid important in winemaking?
The acidity in wine is an important component for the quality and taste of wine. It adds a sharpness to the flavours and is detected most readily by a prickling sensation…May 21, 2019 -
The NHS are rolling out electronic prescribing in the fight against antibiotic resistance
A recent article in the Telegraph newspaper reports that; “Health chiefs have drawn up the plans amid warnings that antibiotic resistance now poses as great a threat as climate change.” …January 25, 2019
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