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Is there any way to remove residual lysozyme so that I can get my wine to complete MLF?

April 26, 2017COMPLETE lysozyme mlf remove residual Wine

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Is there any way to remove residual lysozyme so that I can get my wine to complete MLF?

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Yes. After lysozyme is added to juice or must, there is an eventual decrease in activity. If MLF is desired after lysozyme treatment, use MBR 31, MBR VP41 or a standard culture such as MT01 that has known lysozyme resistance. If difficulties are experienced, add 0.25-2.0 lb/1000 gal bentonite to help bind and precipitate the residual lysozyme. Wait a minimum of a few hours to overnight for the reaction to occur, then inoculate with a strong ML starter culture like Lalvin 3X or MT01.