Download or read book Wine Microbiology and Biotechnology written by Graham H. Fleet and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 1993-01-01 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Wine Microbiology and Biotechnology presents developments in fermentation technology, enzyme technology, and technologies for the genetic engineering of microorganisms in a single volume. The book emphasizes the diversity of microorganisms associated with the winemaking process, and broadens the discussion of winemaking to include more modern concepts of biotechnology and molecular biology. In each chapter, recognized authorities in their field link the scientific fundamentals of microbiology, biochemistry, and biotechnology to the practical aspects of wine production and quality. They also provide relevant historical background and offer directions for future research.