{"product_id":"bentonite-microcol-alpha-1-kg","title":"Bentonite Microcol Alpha (1 kg)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBentonite de Laffort Microcol Alpha (1 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eNatural sodium bentonite, microgranulated, with strong protein-depleting power, intended for the stabilization and clarification of musts and wines over a wide pH spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSuitable for the production of products intended for direct human consumption, within the framework of regulated use in oenology. Compliant with Regulation (EU) 2019\/934.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eMICROCOL® ALPHA is a highly pure, sheet-like bentonite. In aqueous solution, it forms a gel of varying thickness with negative surface charges, which are responsible for its reactivity with wine proteins across a broad pH range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eOenological properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eMICROCOL® ALPHA was specifically selected for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts strong deproteinizing power towards thermosensitive proteins over a wide pH range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eLoad stability over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts very good settling of lees (significant clarifying power).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts ability to preserve aromatic intensity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts contribution to improving the brightness of wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ePhysical characteristics:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAppearance: granules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eColor: light gray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eSiO₂ (indicative value) (%): ≈ 57\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAl2O₃ (indicative value) (%): ≈ 22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eApparent density:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ePacked (g\/cm³): ≈ 1.2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eUncompacted (g\/cm³): ≈ 1.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eChemical analyses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH (5%): 4,7\/10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eHumidity (%): \u0026lt; 5 - 15\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eCitric acid neutralization (mEq\/100g): \u0026lt; 250\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eRespirable crystalline silica (%): \u0026lt; 0.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eLarge particles (%): \u0026lt; 8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eCalcium \u0026amp; magnesium (mEq\/100 g): \u0026lt; 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSodium (g\/kg ): \u0026lt; 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlomb (ppm): \u0026lt; 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercure (ppm): \u0026lt; 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArsenic (ppm): \u0026lt; 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFer (ppm): \u0026lt; 600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium (g\/kg): \u0026lt; 2,5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eUsage protocol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eDosage for use:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e10 to 80 g\/hL, depending on the protein instability of the wines – refer to protein stabilization tests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn the case of young red wines, the use of MICROCOL® ALPHA allows the elimination of unstable colouring matter (5 to 10 g\/hL).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eImplementation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eDissolve MICROCOL® ALPHA in approximately 10 times its weight of water, maintaining vigorous stirring for 2 hours. Allow to hydrate for 12-24 hours. Stir vigorously to obtain a homogeneous mixture before incorporating it into the tank during a homogenization mixing. The use of warm water (50°C) is recommended to optimize rehydration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn oenodoseur allows for injection into the wine to be treated during pump-over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStorage recommendation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eStore above ground in the original unopened packaging at moderate temperature in dry premises not likely to transmit odors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eBest before end date: 4 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003eDo not use opened packaging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan dir=\"auto\"\u003e1 kg bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Zenquantor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54290006016338,"sku":null,"price":5.16,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1100\/8396\/5266\/files\/Screenshot_6.jpg?v=1786984628","url":"https:\/\/zenquantor.shop\/products\/bentonite-microcol-alpha-1-kg","provider":"Zenquantor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}