II.6.1.12 Cryoconcentration

Definition:

A method of concentrating base wines by means of freezing and physical removal of ice thus formed.

Objectives:

Increasing the volumetric alcoholic strength and the structure of aromatised wines, beverages based on vitivinicultural products and wine-based beverages.

Prescription:

The alcoholic strength of aromatised wines, beverages based on vitivinicultural products and wine-based beverages must meet minimum and maximum limits reported in its Definition.

Recommendation of the OIV:

Admitted for aromatised wines, beverages based on vitivinicultural products and wine-based beverages.