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Predict flavour. Anticipate off notes.
How do you detect off notes before human tasting?
We use GC-MS/MS tech to detect wine errors at parts per trillion, accurately identifying 31 faults and offering reliable feedback to both producers and buyers.
Hydrogen Sulfide
Smells of rotten eggs, commonly arises during faulty fermentation processes.
Dimethyl Sulfide
Cooked vegetables, notably corn or cabbage, often from prolonged heating.
Dimethyl Disulfide
Pungent garlic-like smell, stronger and more unpleasant than methanethiol.
Acetic Acid
Strong vinegar smell, indicates wine spoilage and bacterial activity.
2-Ethylfenchol
Earthy, musty aroma; often linked with microbial contamination.
Geosmin
Distinct damp soil smell, typically from microbial contamination.
2,6-Dichlorophenol
Chemical, medicinal odor due to environmental contamination.
2,3,4-Trichloroanisole
Extremely musty, reminiscent of damp, mold-infested environments.
Methanethiol
Intensely foul odor similar to rotten cabbage or sewage.
2-Propenal (Acrolein)
Harsh, acrid smell; irritating to nose and throat, reminiscent of burnt fat.
Hexanal
Aroma of freshly cut grass or sometimes like paint, indicates spoilage.
2-Methylisoborneol
Earthy, musty odor, resembling beetroot or muddy water.
6-Chloro-o-cresol
Distinct medicinal smell, often from chlorophenolic compounds.
Guaiacol
Smoky, burnt wood or medicinal scent, can be off-putting in high amounts.
4-Ethylphenol
Barnyard or medicinal, indicative of bacterial contamination.
2,4,6-Tribromoanisole
Intensely musty, earthy aroma; similar to trichloroanisole but often stronger.
Acetaldehyde
Sharp, pungent odor reminiscent of green apples, indicative of oxidation.
Ethyl Acetate
Solvent-like smell, similar to nail polish remover or glue.
Diethyl Disulfide
Strong, unpleasant odor of garlic or overcooked onions.
Butyric Acid
Unpleasant smell of rancid butter or body odor, suggests spoilage.
Geraniol
Sweet, rose-like fragrance, typically pleasant unless in high concentrations.
2,3,6-Trichloroanisole
Extremely musty and overpowering moldy odor, very potent.
2-Aminoacetophenone
Reminiscent of musty grapes or wet wool, associated with flawed wines.
Indole
Smells of feces at high concentrations, but floral like jasmine at low levels.
Ethanethiol
Strong, unpleasant smell of rotten onions or garlic; very potent.
Methanol
Slightly sweet, alcoholic odor; hazardous in high amounts.
Styrene
Sweet, synthetic rubbery or plastic-like smell, often due to contamination.
Isovaleric Acid
Potent sweaty, cheesy odor, similar to dirty socks; sign of spoilage.
2,4,6-Trichloroanisole
Strong musty odor, reminiscent of a damp, moldy cellar.
2-Bromophenol
Medicinal, somewhat sweet smell, related to bromophenolic compounds.
Decanoic Acid
Medicinal, somewhat sweet smell, related to bromophenolic compounds.
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Transparent Process
See the science behind your wine, building trust with partners and excellence in quality from vineyard to glass.
96h Turnaround Time
Our technology and team allow you to get precise results and save on expensive returns or supply chain delays.
Independent Results
Self-governed and approved laboratory by the official EU agricultural regulation no. 1308/2013 and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation no. L302.
Audience Prediction
Contextualized benchmarking to predict your wine’s success. Adapt your assortment, sell your wine to right channels.
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Science and Passion
From grape to glass, our team can precisely analyze any wine while using sensory evaluation from our WSET3 certified panel to match wines to your target consumer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you reassure your partners?
Meron provides detailed insights and guidance on benchmarking and analysis processes. Enhance your understanding of the wine industry. Test us and support your needs.
What is Meron's primary focus in the wine industry?
Meron focuses on providing transparency and fact-based information about wine content to ensure quality across the entire supply chain.
Why is transparency important to Meron?
Transparency is crucial because it allows all stakeholders in the wine industry to have a clear understanding of the wine content, aiding in quality assurance and decision-making.
How does Meron address the need for objective knowledge in wine?
Meron meets this need by supplying factual information that helps stakeholders understand and improve wine quality, beyond subjective taste experiences.
Can Meron's services be tailored for specific needs in the wine industry?
Yes, Meron’s services are designed to cater to various stakeholders in the wine industry, offering insights and transparency that can be adapted to specific business needs
How does Meron use technology to analyze wine aromas?
Meron employs a PTR-MS (Proton Transfer Reaction-Mass Spectrometer) to precisely identify aroma constituents in wine, allowing for the detection of about 380 different aromas
What technological tools does Meron use for wine fault detection?
Meron uses a Gas Chromatography-Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS/MS) to accurately detect common wine faults at a parts per trillion level, ensuring precise quality control.
Is Meron's Tasting Panel Certified?
Yes, all Meron’s diverse tasting panel members are at minimum WSET3 certified and experienced in the wine industry. Beyond that, we regularly invite external experts to improve any subjectivity.
What is Meron's Tuenaround time?
Once you submit your sample, we can deliver the first contextualized benchmarking of your sample in 96 hours.
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