II.2.1.21 Treatment with D,L-Tartaric acid

Classification:

• D,L-tartaric acid: processing aid

Definition:

Addition of D,L-tartaric acid or the potassium-salts of D,L-tartaric acid in must

 

Objectives:

Reduction of excessive levels of calcium

 

Prescriptions:

a)        The treatment yields particularly insoluble salts. The use of D,L-tartaric acid is subject to certain regulations.

b)       The treatment will be placed under the responsibility of an oenologist or a specialist technician.

c)        The products added shall comply with the prescriptions of the International Oenological Codex.

Recommendation of the OIV:

Admitted