Vinozym® Vintage FCE

Novozymes North America, Inc.

Novozymes North America, Inc. · Vinozym®

Vinozym® Vintage FCE is an enzyme preparation that boosts color and flavor extraction in red wines. It contains polygalacturonase and citric acid to enhance polyphenol and tannin extraction, reduce maceration time, and improve color stability by up to 20%. It also increases throughput and free-run wine release, enhancing wine body and mouthfeel.

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Specifications

Identifiers

Chemical name
Polygalacturonase; Citric Acid
CAS number(s)
9032-75-1, 77-92-9
EC number
232-885-6; 201-069-1
Synonyms
Multi-enzyme Blend

Technical specifications

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical StateGranulate-
ColorOff-white and brown-
OdorSlight fermentation odor-
Density0.65g/ml
SolubilityReadily soluble-

Specifications

Test ConditionSpecificationValueUnitTest Method
-ColorOff-white to light brown--
-Physical FormGranulate--
-PropertiesFree-flowing, low-dusting--
-OdorSlight fermentation odor--
-SolubilityReadily soluble in water--
-UsageUsed after the crusher/destemmer when filling the maceration tank--
-Effect of SO2Does not affect enzyme activity--
-BenefitsEnhances color and flavor in premium red wines; Improves color stability, polyphenol, and aroma extraction--
-Throughput increaseIncreases free-run wine release by 5-10%--
-Maceration time reductionReduces maceration time by 30-100%--
-Dosage3-4 g/100 kg grapes; 4-5 g/100 kg for small berry grapes or under dry-year conditions--
-Contact timeThe enzyme is active as soon as it is added to the grapes--
Industries
CareFood & Beverage
Product groups
Brewing & Distilling Processing AidsEnzymes
Applications
Wine production
Functions
EnzymeColorantClarification agentFlavor enhancer
Market segments
WineBeverage production

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