Aspects pratiques du bouchage des vins (French edition) by Christan Alegoet, Jean-Michel Riboulet | Oenoplurimédia

Practical Aspects of Wine Corking by Christan Alegoet and Jean-Michel Riboulet is a technical reference work, specially designed for oenologists and bottling technicians. Winner of the 1987 OIV Oenology Prize, this book delves deeply into the multiple aspects of wine corking, a crucial step for the proper preservation of wine.

First, the authors explore the specifics of glass and bottles. They detail the history of the evolution of bottle shapes, their manufacturing, as well as the characteristics of the different rings used for corking, such as screw rings, cord rings, and crown rings. Each type of ring is carefully described, depending on the wine and the corking process.

The book then addresses the key material for corking: cork. The authors explain in detail the physical and chemical properties of cork, the different methods of harvesting and manufacturing cork stoppers. They also highlight recent advancements in the treatment of stoppers and their adaptation to various types of wines, particularly champagne stoppers and agglomerated stoppers.

The techniques of corking are also extensively covered, including solutions for the practical problems encountered by technicians. The authors explain the differences between compression corking methods (lateral, rollers, triple and quadruple compression) as well as recent innovations such as vacuum corking or CO2 corking. They provide precise recommendations for the selection and maintenance of corking machines.

An entire chapter is dedicated to corking operations, including the reception checks of bottles and corks. The different types of checks (mechanical, microbiological, dimensional) are explained in detail. The authors also emphasize the importance of the placement of the cork, with precise instructions to avoid accidents during corking.

The book concludes with a chapter on corking incidents. The authors examine common problems such as dust, difficulties in extracting the cork, or even cork taint. They review current research on the organoleptic alterations of wines caused by corks and propose solutions to remedy them.

This unique and very comprehensive book in French is a valuable resource for any oenological professional, as it exhaustively covers all aspects related to wine corking. The personal experience of the authors and their technical observations make this book an indispensable tool for technicians and oenologists wishing to master the art of corking.

Technical Characteristics:

• Title: Practical Aspects of Wine Corking
• Authors: Christan Alegoet, Jean-Michel Riboulet
• Publisher: Oenoplurimédia
• Language: French
• Publication: 1987
• 1987 OIV Oenology Prize
• ISBN: 978-2-905428-01-1
• EAN13: 9782905428011
• Pages: 282
• Weight: 450
• Theme: Wine Corking, Oenology