Jun 7, 2021 · What Is Malolactic Fermentation? Malolactic fermentation (MLF) is the process by which bacteria convert malic acid into lactic acid and carbon dioxide. These lactic acid …

Malolactic conversion (also known as malolactic fermentation or MLF) is a process in winemaking in which tart -tasting malic acid, naturally present in grape must, is converted to softer-tasting …

Also called malo or MLF, malolactic fermentation is a process where tart malic acid in wine converts to softer, creamier lactic acid (the same acid found in milk).

May 6, 2025 · Malolactic fermentation (MLF) is not a true fermentation in the traditional sense. It’s a conversion process —where one type of acid in wine (malic acid) gets transformed into a …

Mar 20, 2025 · Malolactic fermentation is a naturally occurring process in wine. It helps to tame astringency in red wines and can offer stability and a creamier texture to whites. Here's how to …

Jan 2, 2025 · At its core, Malolactic Fermentation is not actually a fermentation in the traditional sense. Instead, it's a bacterial process where lactic acid bacteria (usually Oenococcus oeni) …

Malolactic fermentation (MLF) is the decarboxylation of L-malic acid to L-lactic acid by lactic acid bacteria (LAB). For the majority of wine production, secondary fermentation is crucial. MLF …

Mar 25, 2024 · Malolactic fermentation (MLF) is one of the more challenging processes that we take on as winemakers. It is the bacterial fermentation that converts malic acid (sour tasting) to …

MLF involves bacteria instead of yeast, and it usually begins when primary fermentation is complete, around 0° Brix. Malolactic fermentation is conducted by Leuconostoc bacteria …

Jul 23, 2025 · Traditionally, the primary fermentation of wine involves the conversion of sugars into alcohol by yeast. However, malolactic fermentation is a secondary fermentation process …