malolactic
ˌmeɪloʊˈlæktɪk
Definition

Definition of malolactic - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

winemakingTECH.describing fermentation converting malic acid to lactic acidTECH.
  • The wine underwent malolactic fermentation for a smoother taste.
  • The malolactic process is essential for certain wine styles.
  • Winemakers often encourage malolactic conversion for complexity.
malolactic fermentation
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process in winemaking converting malic acid to lactic acid
Malolactic fermentation softens the wine's acidity and enhances its mouthfeel..

Origin of malolactic

Latin, malus (bad) + lactic (milk-related)

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  1. French:malolactique, ...
  2. German:malolaktisch, ...
  3. Italian:malolattica, ...
  4. Spanish:maloláctico, ...
  5. Portuguese:maloláctico, ...
  6. Chinese:乳酸发酵的, ...
  7. Japanese:マロラクティック, ...
  8. Arabic:مَالُولاكْتِيكِي, ...
  9. Hebrew:שֶׁל תַּסְסוּר חומצה מאלית ללַקטית, ...
  10. Russian:малолактический, ...
  11. Ukrainian:малолактичний, ...
  12. Hindi:मैलोलैक्टिक, ...
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