Atypical aging

Atypical aging of white wines is characterized by rapid loss of fruity aromas and the development of unpleasant odours, evoking resin, wax, camphor or honey. This phenomenon may affect all dry or sweet white wines regardless of their origin or grape varieties. Our current research indicates that the compounds listed below can be considered to be responsible for these defects.

Compound	Descriptor
Sotolon	Curry, Nut
Phenylacetaldehyde	Fade rose, Honey

 

Compound	See above table
Method	GC/MS
Volume	250 mL
Waiting period	5 days

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