Gusmer Wine Catalog 2026-27

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Viniflora® Specialty Bacteria for Winemakers Novonesis Malolactic Bacteria Selection Guide

MLF Flavor MLF flavours Temp. Temp

Alcohol Tolerance Alcohol tolerance Min. pH Total SO 2 Minimum pH Total SO 2

Strain Product name

Wine Type Wine colour

Key Characterics Key characteristics

Promote diacetyl High SO 2 Secure MLF

Viniflora ® CH35 The hard worker

red, rosé, white

Yes

15-25°C 14% v/v

3.1

45 ppm

Fruit driven reds Whites without MLF Flavours

Viniflora ® CiNe TM The fruit keeper

red, rosé, white

No

17-25°C 14% v/v

3.2

30 ppm

Low pH/ Low Temp Fast MLF

Viniflora ® CH11 The fast track

red, rosé, white

Yes

14-25°C 15% v/v

3.0

35 ppm

Viniflora ® Oenos The classic

red, rosé, white

Yes

17-25°C 14% v/v

3.2

40 ppm Most wines

High alcohol High maturity

Viniflora ® CH16 The character

red, rosé, white

Yes

17-25°C 16% v/v

3.4

40 ppm

Viniflora ® Oenos 2.0 The new classic

red, rosé, white

Yes

15-25°C 15% v/v

3.2

40 ppm Most wines

Bacteria are living organisms and wine is a harsh environment for them: Always check temperature, alcohol, pH and total SO 2 before inoculation

Viniflora ® CH11 • One of the newer strains developed by Novonesis for its ability to ferment wines with very low pH and high alcohol • One of the fastest malolactic fermenters available • Performs well in both red and white wines Viniflora ® CH16 • Ability to ferment at high alcohol levels • Very effective at fermenting red wines and not producing high levels of VA

Viniflora ® Oenos • Selected for its exceptional ability to perform a quick and efficient malolactic fermentation in most wines • Good all around tolerance for low pH and high alcohol, along with a good temperature range • Used effectively in red and white wines Viniflora ® CiNe TM • Unique strain that does not metabolize citric acid, helping keep the fruit forward aromas • Does not produce buttery character also known as diacetyl • Has good tolerance for both alcohol and pH Viniflora ® Oenos 2.0 • Contains all the positive attributes of Viniflora Oenos • Cinnamoyl esterase negative • Ideal strain to achieve a fast and clean malolactic fermentation in barrel aged red wines

All freeze-dried products are available in pouches ready for direct inoculation. Pack sizes include 250L / 2,500L / 25,000L except CiNe TM and CH11, which are only available in 2,500L. SPARTA TM is available in 5000L frozen pouches only.

Viniflora ® CH35 • An extremely unique strain with superior ability to withstand high SO 2 and low pH • Best used in white wines that present difficulties for other strains • Promotes diacetyl production

Vinaflora ® CiNe TM – Keep the fruit intensity and create new wine styles

11 Order Info: cs@gusmerenterprises.com | 866.213.1131 | www.GusmerWine.com Viniflora ® CiNe™ allows winemakers to gain the benefits of malolactic fermentation without producing diacetyl. This natural, non-GMO strain boosts fruit intensity, enhances mouthfeel, reduces acidity, and maintains fresh, varietal aromas. CiNe delivers all the advantages of controlled MLF (microbial stability and a softer palate) while preserving fruit-forward character across white, rosé, sparkling, and red wines. Winemakers use it to differentiate styles and elevate fruit expression. CiNe cannot metabolize citric acid (the main precursor to diacetyl), yet still fully metabolizes malic acid. Its naturally occurring mutation also results in lower acetic acid (VA) and no biogenic amine production.

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