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malolactic

Definition of malolactic

adjective

  • of or denoting bacterial fermentation which converts malic acid to lactic acid, especially as a secondary process used to reduce the acidity of some wines: malolactic fermentation is essential in poor years when the grapes are not fully ripe

noun

[mass noun]
  • malolactic fermentation: most Champagnes undergo malolactic

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