There’s a quiet villain lurking in every winemaker’s cellar—a force that, if left unchecked, will rob a wine of its vibrant colour, rich aroma, and carefully balanced flavour. Its name? Oxidation
Oxidation can be both friend and foe in the winemaking world. During fermentation, controlled oxygen exposure helps unlock complex flavours and build character. But after the wine is made, oxidation turns against you, slowly stripping away the very qualities you worked so hard to create—colour, aroma, and balance.
A winemaker’s struggle
Imagine a Spanish winemaker faced with a daunting challenge. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, they needed to deliver over one million litres of wine to a client in England, all while ensuring peak quality year-round. The wines, both red and white, were to be shipped in bulk, enduring up to five weeks in transit through road, rail, and sea freight. Their secret ingredient to keep the wine fresh? Wine Shield.
Wine Shield to the rescue
Wine Shield is a natural antioxidant solution made from oak-derived phenolics. These phenolic compounds neutralise the free radicals that oxygen creates, preserving wine’s colour, flavour, and freshness.
Thanks to Wine Shield, the wines arrived fresh and flavourful, much to the client’s satisfaction.
A fresh solution for every bottle
Today, Wine Shield is his go-to solution. With it, he’s able to maintain the vibrant qualities of his wine from the moment it’s made—ensuring every bottle reflects the care and craftsmanship that went into creating it.
