Tartrate stabilization helps keep wines bright, clear, and free of the “wine diamonds” that consumers often perceive as a flaw. While traditional cold stabilization works, it can be time- and energy-consuming, and can affect aromatics and flavor. Today, there are smart, innovative stabilization solutions that eliminate the need for chilling while protecting wine quality and making cellar work easier. Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) CMC is a cellulose-based solution that acts by interfering with crystal growth. While traditional stabilization induces crystal formation, CMC prevents them from developing in the first place. It provides reliable stability without chilling and helps preserve pH, aroma, and flavor. CMC is a strong choice for white and rosé wines where clarity and freshness are priorities. Acacia Gum Acacia gum, made from the sap of Acacia trees, coats the tiny tartrate particles so they cannot grow into visible crystals. It also helps protect color, making it

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Afternoon Brief, June 5th

Feds Grill Ex-Workers from Iconic NYC Wine Shop Sherry-Lehmann as Fraud Probe Heats Up: The feds may be close to putting a cork in their year-long probe of iconic wine shop Sherry-Lehmann — and potentially bringing charges against its former owners for allegedly scamming customers out of their vintage bottles...

Afternoon Brief, March 14th

Wine Blogger from New Jersey Disappeared in Italy 5 Years Ago—FBI Seeks Help Trying to Find Him: The FBI is asking for the public’s help as they continue to search for a New Jersey native and self-described wine blogger who was last seen nearly five years ago in northern Italy...

Ashes & Diamonds Winery Appoints Nick Holmes as Vice President of Sales

NAPA, CA – March 14, 2024 — Named a world “Top 100 Winery” by Wine & Spirits in 2021, Ashes & Diamonds has hired wine-industry sales veteran Nick Holmes as Vice President of Sales. Effective immediately, […]

Afternoon Brief, January 4th

Spraying Goodbye to Vineyard Chemicals: Spraying vineyards used to mean heavy doses of toxic chemicals - not any more...