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The Function And Use Of Sulphur Dioxide In West Australian Winemaking, D Mann
The Function And Use Of Sulphur Dioxide In West Australian Winemaking, D Mann
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
THE judicious use of sulphur dioxide is perhaps the most important of the fundamentals of winemaking in a hot climate.
Western Australia's vintage, centred in the Swan Valley just a few miles north-east of Perth, is subjected to some of the highest summer temperatures experienced by a quality wine producing district.
In this environment, it is important to make good use of sulphur dioxide to avoid wine spoilage.