I racked a batch of orange wine two days ago and now I notice there are littlespots of white mold floating on the top. Is this something I should be concerned about. I'm wondering if it is starting to spoil. It smells ok. Can someone tell me?
Thanks, Bill
Bill, molds do not grow directly on or in wine. The white spots are probably a film yeast. It needs oxygen to grow, so reduce the amount of head space and you should be OK. lum
Hi: You should skim it off and float some bisulfite on the surface. Also, I found that pouring a little bit of hi proof alcohol keeps the mold from forming again.
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