bottomfilling

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The term "bottomfilling" refers to a wine storage technique where a tube is inserted into a bottle, and the wine is filled from the bottom. This method is employed to minimize oxygen pickup during the bottling process, which is crucial for wines susceptible to oxidation.1

In some instances, bottles may be flushed with carbon dioxide before filling, or the wine can be agitated with nitrogen gas to further reduce oxygen exposure. This technique is part of the broader process of wine bottling, which can also involve blending, filtration, and the use of antiseptics to ensure wine quality and stability.1

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Bottomfilling—that is, inserting a tube into the bottle and filling from the bottom—is often used. In some cases, the bottle may be flushed with carbon dioxide before filling, or the wine may be sparged (agitated) with nitrogen gas. Wines subject to oxidation require special care.
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Bottomfilling—that is, inserting a tube into the bottle and filling from the bottom—is often used. In some cases, the bottle may be flushed with carbon dioxide before filling, or the wine may be sparged (agitated) with nitrogen gas. Wines subject to oxidation require special care.
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