White: Malolactic Conversion

Question 1

What are the effects of MLC?

Answer 1

• reduction in acidity
• increase in microbiological stability
• modification of flavors

Question 2

Which styles of wine may benefit from MLC?

Answer 2

• low-aromatic varieties, like Chardonnay

Question 3

Which styles of white wine do not typically benefit from MLC? Why?

Answer 3

• aromatic varieties such as Riesling or Sauv Blanc
• to preserve the primary fruit aromas

Question 4

What adjustments may be required after MLC?

Answer 4

• acidity adjustments