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Stuck fermentation

Caused by temperature extremes, nutrient deficiency or high alcohol killing the yeast. Leaves unintended residual sugar and risks microbial spoilage.

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Fermentation Yeast

Nearby terms

Fermentation Malolactic conversion Diacetyl Must Maceration Carbonic maceration Whole-bunch fermentation Destemming

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