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Evidence of distinct populations and specific subpopulations within the species Oenococcus oeni.
Applied and environmental microbiology - 1 Dec 2010
Bridier Julen, Claisse Olivier, Coton Monika, Coton Emmanuel, Lonvaud-Funel Aline
Abstract excerpt
Among the lactic acid bacteria (LAB) present in the oenological microbial ecosystem, Oenococcus oeni, an acidophilic lactic acid bacterium, is essential during winemaking. It outclasses all other bacterial species during malolactic fermentation (MLF). Oenological performances, such as malic acid degradation rate and sensorial impact, vary significantly according to the strain. The genetic diversity of the O. oeni...
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