Influence of Visual Masking Technique on the Assessment of 2 Red Wines by Trained and Consumer Assessors

ABSTRACT:  During sensory evaluation assessments, visual masking techniques are frequently employed to disguise color differences between samples and minimize perceptual bias. Particularly in wine, the impact of these masking techniques on panelist evaluations has not been well studied. The objective of this study was to study the influence of visual masking techniques on the aroma and flavor assessment of 2 red wines and observe the impact of these techniques on trained and consumer sensory panels. Specific masking techniques included (1) blue wine glass/white illumination; (2) clear glass/red illumination; and (3) clear glass/white illumination. Ten panelists were trained to recognize 7 aroma and flavor attributes, while consumer panelists ( n = 80) evaluated attributes and liking. For the trained panel, the visual masking technique affected only perceived spicy flavor of Syrah ( P ≤ 0.05), with the clear glass/red illumination resulting in more intense spicy flavor compared to the other 2 conditions. Principal components analysis showed that for the 2 red wines evaluated by the trained panel, red illumination resulted in higher spicy attributes and perceived astringency while wines served in blue wine glasses were higher in perceived astringency. For the consumer panel, red illumination resulted in wines higher in perceived astringency and blue wine glasses resulted in wines higher in perceived flavor liking. These results indicated that the visual masking techniques may influence both trained and consumer panel evaluation of aroma and flavor attributes of red wine. However, beyond red wine, this study makes the larger point that the choice of masking technique does impact sensory evaluations.     

两种澄清剂对4种鲜葡萄酒的下胶效果分析

选用保香皂土和蛋清作为下胶澄清剂对4种鲜葡萄酒下胶,分析2种下胶澄清剂的下胶量对4种鲜葡萄酒热稳定性及感官质量（包括外观、香气和口感）的影响。结果表明,鲜酒轻柔桃红葡萄酒、鲜酒轻柔红葡萄酒和鲜酒浓甜红葡萄酒选用保香皂土下胶,下胶量为1.0 g/L时,3款葡萄酒的热稳定性均合格且风味物质损失最少,感官评分分别为92、91、93;鲜酒轻柔干红葡萄酒选用蛋清下胶,下胶用量为0.07 g/L时,轻柔干红葡萄酒热稳定性合格且风味物质损失最少,感官评分为93分。     

Effect of the dry ice maceration and oak cask fermentation on colour parameters and sensorial evaluation of Tempranillo wines

The impact of dry ice maceration (DIM) and oak cask fermentation (OCF) on characteristics of Tempranillo wines elaborated in a warm climate has been studied as an alternative procedure to traditional red winemaking (CT) to obtain highly coloured wines. Oenological and colour parameters were measured to determine the influence of these techniques on wines along the winemaking process. DIM and OCF techniques were found significantly different to CT for colour intensity and percentage of blue. Moreover, both induced easily perceptible changes in CIELAB coordinates (lower L*, higher a* and values) than CT and also affect main wine's sensory attributes (e.g. increased polyphenols extraction in DIM and to a lesser extent OCF, and therefore produced wines with higher colour than CT). Although differences tend to decrease with ageing, these practices seem feasible alternatives to improve quality characteristics of young red wines from grapes grown in warm climates.     

西北地区干红葡萄酒质量相关理化指标的判别功能解析

为解析西北地区干红葡萄酒的质量相关理化指标的溯源判别功能,以新疆、宁夏和内蒙古乌海产区共27款干红葡萄酒为材料,基于分光光度法分析检测与色泽、味感和香气质量相关的花色苷、单宁、酒石酸酯等指标,且进行香气特征的感官量化分析.统计分析结果表明,CIELab色空间和花色苷等色泽指标中前两个主成分占总体方差71.08％,判别干...     

Effects of pulsed electric fields on the extraction of phenolic compounds during the fermentation of must of Tempranillo grapes

The effects of a pre-treatment of the grape skin with electric field treatments (PEF) at 5 and 10 kV/cm on the evolution of colour, anthocyanin and index of total polyphenols during the Tempranillo grape vinification and on the wine characteristics after fermentation have been investigated.Results showed that the permeabilization of the grape skin by application of a PEF treatment at room temperature caused an increment of the colour intensity, anthocyanin content and of total polyphenolic index with respect to the control during all the vinification process. Generally along the maceration process the values of these three parameters increased when the electric field strength raised from 5 to 10 kV/cm.Colour intensity and anthocyanin content of the wine significantly increased when the PEF treatment was applied at 10 kV/cm. However, the total phenolic index increased considerably with the application of a PEF treatment at 5 kV/cm. A further increment on the electric field strength did not appreciably augment this attribute. PEF did not affect the ratio between the components of the red wine colour (tint and yellow, red and blue components) and other wine characteristics such as alcohol content, total acidity, pH, reducing sugar concentration and volatile acidity.These results indicate that the PEF treatment previous to the maceration step in the winemaking process of the red wine can contribute to reduce the duration of the maceration during vinification or to increase the quantity of these attributes in the final wine.

Industrial relevance

This study investigates the effect of the application of a PEF pre-treatment of the grape skin on the evolution of colour, anthocyanin and index of total polyphenols during the Tempranillo grape vinification. Results obtained indicate that the application of a PEF treatment preceding the maceration step in the winemaking process of red wine could contribute to reduce the duration of the maceration during vinification or to increase the quantity of these parameters in the final wine. Latter effect could be of interest in grapes poor in polyphenols.     

Effect of the prefermentative addition of copigments on the polyphenolic composition of Tempranillo wines after malolactic fermentation

The influence of the prefermentative addition of copigments and different winemaking technologies on the polyphenolic composition of Tempranillo red wines after malolactic fermentation was studied. Six experiments dealing with the prefermentative addition of caffeic acid, rutin, (+) catechin, white grape skin tannin, white grape seed tannin and control wines were realised. Three different winemaking technologies (traditional vinification, prefermentative cold maceration at 6–8 °C and cold soak at 0–2 °C with dry ice) were studied. Prefermentative addition of copigments increases anthocyanin copigmentation reactions and produces wines with a greater colour, a higher anthocyanin concentration, a superior contribution of anthocyanins to the colour of the wine, a superior percentage of tannins polymerised with polysaccharides and less astringency. Cold prefermentative maceration increases the extraction of polyphenols, the anthocyanin copigmentation reactions and the polymerisation reactions between tannins and polysaccharides. The effectiveness of the combination of copigments and prefermentative maceration treatments was demonstrated by the increase of the concentration of the polyphenolic compounds.     

Time course of the colour of young red wines from Vitis vinifera L. during ageing in bottle

The colour characteristics of red wines from Vitis vinifera L. cv Tempranillo, Graciano and Cabernet Sauvignon (vintage 2000) from Navarra (Spain), was studied during 26 months of ageing in bottle through the evaluation of the wine visible spectrum and of several colorimetric indices (colour intensity, %red, %yellow, %blue, %dA and tint) and CIELAB variables (L*, C*, h, a* and b*). During ageing in bottle, the spectrum of Tempranillo wine (pH 4.3) mainly changed in the absorbance range between 420 and 500 nm, whereas Graciano (pH 3.5) and Cabernet Sauvignon (pH 3.6) wines registered a decrease in absorbance in the interval between 500 and 560 nm. The time course of the different wine colour parameters was found to fit either a second‐order polynomium or a linear model, depending on the grape variety employed. CIELAB variables could be described in terms of their colorimetric index counterparts, showing b* and h relative greater errors. Although the wine total chromatic changes in CIELAB units registered after 26 months of ageing in bottle indicated changes perceivable by the human eye (ΔE* ≥ 2.7) for the three varieties studied, Graciano and Cabernet Sauvignon wines showed a more balanced colour evolution than Tempranillo wine.     

Volatile components and sensory properties of jujube wine as affected by material preprocessing

Fermented jujube wine, derived from the red jujube berry, has a unique flavor, a mild and sweet taste, and high nutritional value. Among diverse varieties of jujube, Bokjo and the native variety are the most frequently cultivated varieties in Korea. The present study aimed to determine the brewing properties of jujube and to compare the characteristics of fresh and dried fruits of the native and Bokjo varieties for optimal brewing conditions for jujube wine production. We investigated the physicochemical and sensory properties, and we compared the volatile compounds in jujube wine prepared using different methods, through solid-phase microextraction (SPME) GC/MS analysis. The physicochemical properties of jujube wine depended on the drying process rather than the cultivar or the presence of seeds. Sensory properties including aroma and sweetness, which have positive effects on jujube wines, were greater in the whole dried fruit group, while negative properties including grassy aroma, sourness, and bitter taste, were high in the fresh fruit group; these observations contrast their physicochemical properties, as analyzed using dried jujube with seeds. Significant differences were observed in volatile compounds among jujube wine samples. In particular, isoamyl octanoate, isoamyl decanoate, ethyl laurate, ethyl myristate, and 2-phenethyl acetate potentially contribute to the jujube-like flavor of dried jujube wine. These results could be useful as basic data for raw material processing for jujube wine production.     

SEASONAL VARIABILITY OF CHEDDAR CHEESE WHEY POWDER: A CASE STUDY

Cheddar whey powder from one plant was evaluated for variations in quality parameters over 12 months. Representative samples were analyzed monthly for microbiological, physicochemical and sensory properties. The seasonal variability in the physicochemical properties was minor. Fall samples were higher in Hunter Lab parameter L* (lightness) and pH but lower in solubility index. Summer samples were high in solubility index and titratable acidity but low in L*. May production was significantly higher in standard plate count (SPC) and free moisture than the rest of the year. February production was significantly lower in SPC and free moisture content. There were no significant differences in aroma and flavor across the seasons. The flavor was generally bland, with the most intense attribute rating 5 on the 15‐point intensity scale. The order of intensity of the most intense attributes was cooked flavor and aroma > sweetness > caramelized flavor and aroma.     

杨凌地区‘媚丽’葡萄的采收期确定

目的：通过比较杨凌地区‘媚丽’葡萄不同采收期的果实香气、葡萄酒香气和葡萄酒颜色指标,确定出该地区‘媚丽’葡萄酿造红葡萄酒的最适采收时间。方法：进入转色期后对‘媚丽’果实进行定期采样,测定其理化成熟、酚成熟和果实香气变化;选取最佳理化成熟时间和酚成熟时间采收的‘媚丽’葡萄进行酿酒实验,测定香气成分和颜色指标。结果：8月24日,细胞成熟指数为0.061,种子成熟指数为0.521,为最佳酚成熟时间,该时间采收的葡萄酿造的葡萄酒香气最丰富,共检测到41?种香气化合物,总量为471.75?mg/L,且葡萄酒颜色亮度和红色色调也最符合干红葡萄酒的要求;最佳理化成熟时间相比酚成熟晚4?d,但其葡萄酒香气和颜色指标相比8月24日都较差。结论：杨凌地区‘媚丽’葡萄在达到酚成熟时所酿造的葡萄酒香气和颜色最佳。     

Sensory and chemical effects of two alternatives of prefermentative cold soak in Malbec wines during winemaking and bottle ageing

Two alternatives of cold soak (CS), traditional external refrigeration (CS‐T) and use of solid CO₂ (CS‐DI), were evaluated in Malbec wines and contrasted against a control (C) during winemaking and up to 24 months of bottle ageing. Sugar consumption up to 5 g L day^‐1 was observed in CS‐T during the CS period. Both the viability of the population of Saccharomyces and non‐Saccharomyces were maintained during CS. CS‐T was detrimental for the anthocyanin and phenolic content and caused a reduction of absorbance in the visible spectrum of the wines relative to C and CS‐DI. CS‐DI had an early positive effect in the anthocyanin content and chromatic properties, but this effect subsided after 6 months of bottle ageing relative to C. From a sensory standpoint, CS‐T had the lowest colour saturation and a marked acetaldehyde character. CS‐DI wines were the most saturated in colour at press and early ageing, whereas a balsamic‐like aroma developed during bottle ageing. C wines were characterised by red fruits aroma, reduction and astringency early during winemaking, but a decrease in astringency and the reduction character occurred during bottle ageing.     

Effect of Maceration Time on Free and Bound Volatiles of Red Wines from cv. Karaoğlan (Vitis vinifera L.) Grapes Grown in Arapgir,Turkey

Skin maceration is an essential winemaking technique that affects sensory properties and aroma of red wines. The aim of this study was to investigate aroma profiles of red wines made from cv. Karao?lan, a grape variety grown in Arapgir (Malatya, Turkey) and the effect of maceration time (5, 10, and 15 d) on free and bound aroma compounds and sensory properties. Three maceration times were applied in durations of 5, 10, and 15 d. Free and glycosidically bound aroma compounds were analyzed using gas chromatography‐mass spectrometry (GC‐MS) in Karao?lan wines, and the effect of different maceration times on aroma composition were evaluated. Results indicate that extended maceration time significantly influenced the aroma composition of wines both qualitatively and quantitatively. A total of 59 free and 22 bound aroma compounds were identified in the final wines. The maximum of free aroma content was achieved with 5 d of maceration, while 15 d of maceration gave the highest amount of glycosidically bound aroma compounds. From sensorial point of view, the wine produced with 10 d of maceration had the best panel score compared to wines with 5 and 15 d of maceration. This is the first study referring to the composition of aroma compounds of red wines made from cv. Karao?lan. It was concluded that this cultivar resulted in a good quality wine in terms of bound and free aroma compounds. This information of vinification practices that influence the chemical properties of wine is useful for grape growers and winemakers.     

宁夏青铜峡产区美乐干红葡萄酒橡木桶陈酿的研究

该实验研究了2015年份美乐干红葡萄酒在橡木桶中陈酿0、3、6、9、12个月的酒精度、总糖、总酸、pH、挥发酸、干浸出物、色度、色调、单体花色素苷、总花色素苷、总酚等11项指标并结合感官品评分析了样品香气和口感的变化。结果表明,橡木桶陈酿时间对美乐干红葡萄酒的色度、总花色素苷和总酚有显著影响（P＜0.05）,在陈酿9个月时色度、总花色素苷和总酚均达到最大值,分别为8.86、13.64 mg/L和5 785.78 mg/L,其他5项常规理化指标均符合国标且表现为无差异,香气风味和口感风味也均表现为最好。     

An assessment of the effects of wine volatiles on the perception of taste and astringency in wine

The objective of this work is measuring the effect of different volatile extract compositions on the perception of taste, astringency, global intensity and persistence of wine. Six Spanish wines, two from Chardonnay and four from Tempranillo grapes, all of them showing different chemical and sensory characteristics, were selected. Wines were separated into volatile and non-volatile fractions by solid phase extraction and lyophilisation and further liquid extraction, respectively. Eighteen “reconstituted wines” were prepared, combining different volatile extracts and different non-volatile matrices and adjusting ethanol content to 12% (v/v), and were further described by a specifically trained sensory panel. Taste attributes (sweetness, acidity, bitterness), astringency, aroma intensity, global intensity and persistence were assessed in both, original and “reconstituted” wines by using a numerical category scale. The sensory properties of the original wines were retained by their corresponding “reconstituted samples”. The sensory assessment of the “reconstituted wines” showed that the addition of volatile fruity extracts from white wines brought about a decrease in astringency and bitterness and an increase in sweet perception in all cases. While global intensity and persistence of white wine matrices were also increased, they did not change in red wine matrices, which suggests that the volatile fraction plays only a secondary role in these attributes of red wines. Similarly, the effects of replacing the volatile fraction of a red wine by volatile extracts from other red wines were small and inconsistent, which confirms that taste and astringency are primarily driven by non-volatile molecules in these wines.     

Sensory changes during bottle storage of Spanish red wines under different initial oxygen doses

Sixteen commercial Spanish red wines selected to cover a wide range of sensory properties were stored at 25 °C for 6 months in air-tight containers under different oxygen doses (0–30 mg L^− 1) mimicking real and extreme bottling situations. The 16 initial samples (before storage) and the 80 stored samples (16 wines × 5 oxygen doses) were submitted to sensory analysis. Sensory changes related to post-bottling storage and initial oxygen dose were evaluated by means of discriminant and characterisation sensory strategies.Significant increases in black fruits, dried fruits, woody, lactic and stronger increases in cooked vegetables and spicy notes reveal a general pattern of aroma evolution. Remarkable departures to this general pattern have been observed, which can be related to the initial sensory properties of the wines and to their basic polyphenolic composition. The effect of post-bottling storage in bitterness is wine dependent, while global decreases in both global intensity and persistence evaluated in mouth are observed. Discrete increases in astringency are observed for wines with the lowest initial astringent scores. Important sensory interactions between aroma attributes (herbal and spicy) and bitterness and between roasted and astringency perception are shown. Little impact of the initial oxygen dose in the in-mouth sensory properties is reported. These results are relevant for wine experts in that they help understanding the evolution of wine sensory properties in the bottling stage. This study may help them to develop strategies for managing this winemaking stage with objective criteria.     

适宜‘法国野’葡萄的葡萄酒生产类型探究

为挖掘云南地方酿酒葡萄品种‘法国野’的酿酒潜力,筛选适合该品种的葡萄酒生产类型和基本工艺。采用4种工艺酿制2个类型葡萄酒:浸渍发酵法(maceration-fermentation,MF)酿制干红葡萄酒、冷浸渍+放血法(cold pre-fermentation maceration&saignée,CMS)酿制桃红葡萄酒、冷浸渍+放血+浸渍发酵法(cold pre-fermentation maceration,saignée and maceration-fermentation,CMS-MF)酿制干红葡萄酒,直接压榨法(direct press,DP)酿制桃红葡萄酒,其中2款干红葡萄酒均进行苹果酸-乳酸发酵(malolactic fermentation,MLF)。陈酿3个月后,对4款葡萄酒进行理化指标分析和感官评价。结果表明:与DP和MF相比,CMS和CMS-MF可分别显著提高桃红和干红葡萄酒的单宁、花色苷、总浸出物含量及色度;且CMS和DP桃红葡萄酒的香气、口感和总评得分均显著高于MF和CMS-MF干红葡萄酒,但同类型葡萄酒间的感官质量并无显著差异(P <0.0...     

‘马瑟兰’与‘赤霞珠’酿造新鲜型干红葡萄酒的对比试验

以碣石山产区优质‘马瑟兰’和‘赤霞珠’为原料,采用低温短时浸渍发酵工艺酿制新鲜型干红葡萄酒,研究酿造过程不同时间节点的主要理化指标,并对比期感官品评结果。结果表明,酒精发酵结束、苹果酸-乳酸发酵结束以及瓶储2个月、7个月和12个月时,‘马瑟兰’干红酒的总酸、色度和花色苷含量均显著高于‘赤霞珠’（P＜0.05）,而pH值、色调和单宁含量均显著低于‘赤霞珠’（P＜0.05）;新鲜型‘马瑟兰’干红酒的外观、香气、口感和整体得分显著优于‘赤霞珠’（P＜0.05）,具有鲜艳的深紫红色、红色浆果、干草、植物香气和甜香,酸度适宜,口感饱满柔和,酒体平衡。综合理化指标和感官评价结果,‘马瑟兰’比‘赤霞珠’更适合酿造新鲜型干红酒。