Publications by authors named "Etienne Pilard"
Article Synopsis
- There is an increasing consumer demand for wines with fewer additives, leading to a focus on alternative microbial control methods in oenology.
- The study investigated pulsed light (PL) treatment, specifically examining how different operational parameters like fluence per flash and flash frequency affect its efficiency in targeting wine-related yeast species.
- Results showed significant variation in sensitivity among different yeast strains, with Brettanomyces bruxellensis being particularly vulnerable to PL, indicating its potential as a method for stabilizing wine microbiologically.
While the trend in winemaking is toward reducing the inputs and especially sulphites utilization, emerging technologies for the preservation of wine is a relevant topic for the industry. Amongst yeast spoilage in wine, Brettanomyces bruxellensis is undoubtedly the most feared. In this study, UV-C treatment is investigated.
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