Published on August 29, 2024 by Faustine Milard
Use of stoneware containers in maintaining the varietal profile in the basoc production of Franciacorta sparkling wines
Summary:
The presentation explores the impact of climate change on winemaking, highlighting the use of ceramic tanks to produce quality wines.
Highlights:
π Climate change: Rising temperatures affect wine production, resulting in higher alcohol and less acidic wines
π Climate indices: Introduction of a modified index to better assess grape ripening in the face of new climatic realities
π· Ceramic tanks: Use of ceramic tanks to preserve aromatic characteristics and wine quality
π¬ Innovation: Use of various winemaking materials, guaranteeing an absence of undesirable compounds in the wine
π§ͺ Winemaking protocol: Adoption of more respectful winemaking methods with less oxygen and additives
π± Historic varieties: Exploration of historic varieties to better adapt to climate change
π Collaboration: Work with wine producers to experiment with and optimise winemaking techniques
