ROT OR BOTRYTIS INFECTED FRUIT
PROBLEM
Grapes affected by Botrytis cinerea (noble rot or grey rot) or general fruit rot often harbour unwanted fungal growth. These fungi can produce mycotoxins – toxic compounds that remain stable through winemaking and pose risks to wine quality and safety. The most concerning in wine is Ochratoxin A (OTA), a toxic fungal metabolite.
SOLUTION
- Fermcontrol Clear UP BIO for detoxification and mycotoxin binding.
- Fermcontrol ViniTannin W for anti-oxidant protection and structural reinforcement due to laccase production which oxidises polyphenols.
PROTOCOL OBJECTIVES
- Bind and remove Ochratoxin A (OTA) and other mycotoxins from must or early wine.
- Reduce microbial load and clean up must from rot-affected grapes.
- Minimise fermentation stress and off-character development.
- Detoxifying must while enhancing oxidative resistance and rebuilding phenolic structure.
