Genus/species (aliases): Lactobacillus curvatus (Lactobacillus curvatum)
Gram Stain: Positive
Morphology:
Cell:rod-shaped, non-spore-forming
Colony:spherical (dome-shaped)
Liquid Growth: likely dispersed
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Physiological Traits: facultatively heterofermentative
Ecological Traits:
Present in a wide range of environments including: plant material, human skin, manure, raw sausage, and milk amongst others; can be found on grapes and plant material coming into the winery
Distinguishing Features:
Does not grow well in high salt.
Role in wine:
can be used in Malolactic fermentation.
Sensitivities:
- SO2: Intolerant
- Sorbate:
- DMDC:
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- Ethanol:
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- Heat: