Wine Worm Prevention: Can You Stop Awaken Wine Worms?
Industry Perspective The presence of wine worms, the larvae of the vinegar fly, in wine is a common occurrence during fermentation. These tiny creatures feed on the yeast and sugar in the wine, converting them into acetic acid, which gives vinegar its characteristic tartness. While the presence of wine worms is typically considered undesirable, as it can lead to spoilage, some winemakers intentionally introduce them into their wines to create a unique flavor profile....
