Malolactic Bacteria
Controlled malolactic fermentation, start to finish.
From Lamothe-Abiet, a pioneer in co-inoculation for over 20 years. A focused range of Oenococcus oeni strains for reliable, controlled MLF across a wide range of wine conditions.
Or call (707) 823-2883Bacteria strains selected for reliable malolactic fermentation.
BVNA partners with Lamothe-Abiet, a pioneer in co-inoculation technology for more than 20 years, to offer a focused range of Oenococcus oeni lactic bacteria strains. Each is selected for reliable, controlled malolactic fermentation across a wide variety of wine conditions, from co-inoculation with yeast to difficult high-alcohol or low-pH matrices.
Key features
- Pioneer in co-inoculation: strains validated for simultaneous inoculation with yeast
- EU Organic, NOP, and Vegan certified options available
- Strains for direct inoculation, sequential inoculation, and difficult conditions
- Bacteria XTREM handles high alcohol, low pH, and SO₂ presence
- Œno 1 is the flagship co-inoculation strain, reducing process time and improving balance
- Pairs with OptiFlore O nutrient for bacteria health and MLF completion
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Questions about malolactic bacteria.
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Malolactic fermentation is the bacterial conversion of sharp malic acid into softer lactic acid. It reduces acidity, adds complexity, and improves microbial stability, making it essential for most red wines and many whites.
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Co-inoculation means adding MLF bacteria at the same time as, or shortly after, yeast inoculation rather than waiting for alcoholic fermentation to finish. The benefits are shorter overall timelines, reduced SO₂ needs, and less stress on the bacteria.
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Bacteria XTREM is selected for resistance to challenging conditions such as high alcohol and low pH, and it can be directly inoculated.
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Paper chromatography or enzymatic analysis of malic acid levels are the standard tests. Lamothe-Abiet's Œnosolutions app also includes an MLF management tool.
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Yes. OptiFlore O supports bacteria cell viability and shortens MLF duration.
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