Published on September 4, 2024 by Faustine Milard
Good technical practices for corking sparkling wines and the impact of closure type on the development of aroma and taste
Summary:
The presentation explores the impact of different types of cork on the aromatic and taste evolution of sparkling wines.
Highlights:
- Corks influence wine evolution through oxygen control and extraction of compounds from the cork
- Studies show that traditional corks promote better aroma perception than micro-agglomerated corks
- Blind tastings reveal a strong preference for wines with traditional corks
- The unique composition of corks affects the transmission of phenolic compounds in wine
- Ongoing research is examining the differences between corks and capsules in terms of wine evolution and consumer preference
