Yeastie Boys: Wine's Modern Microbial Solutions

Yeastie Boys: Wine's Modern Microbial Solutions

May 4, 2026 · 47 min · Season 7 · Episode 26

About this episode

This episode explores how modern yeast techniques are addressing challenges in wine production and sustainability.

Grab your magnifying glass and white coat, we're getting microscopic - but this goes well beyond fermentation. We're exploring the cutting-edge techniques whereby the power of yeasts is being harnessed in fields as diverse as viticulture, winemaking and shipping. Even without the microscope, this is an eye-opening episode... Wine is facing many challenges. Climate change. The cost of living crisis. Sustainability targets. Shifting consumer tastes and trends. But what if microbes can provide s...

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