Technical Breakdown
Awake wine worms (AWWs) are small, segmented invertebrates that can be found in wine barrels. They are the larvae of a moth species, and they feed on the yeast and bacteria that are present in wine. AWWs can cause damage to wine barrels and can also affect the taste of wine.
Performance Insights
The presence of AWWs in wine can be detected by observing the wine for any signs of damage to the barrels or by tasting the wine for any off-flavors. AWWs can be removed from wine by filtering or by using a centrifuge. However, these methods can be expensive and time-consuming.
