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Parameters: Sugar, pH, total acidity, glucose/fructose, malic acid, ethanol, volatile acidity, color, tartaric acid, gluconic acid, yeast assimilable nitrogen, density

For use by: Small and medium‐sized producers (>5,000 cases)

Technology: Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR)

Testing volume: 5‐60 samples per day

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FOSS is present in all major wine regions around the world. Our international experience and local presence enables us to deliver unrivalled knowledge and support to your doorstep.

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OenoFoss™

Simple and accurate testing from just one drop

With the introduction of OenoFoss™, now even small and medium sized wineries can access the powerful FTIR technology used in the larger Winescan. OenoFoss provides instant analysis throughout the winemaking process measuring up to 10 different key parameters.

CasesHear about Troy Kalleske’s experience with Oenofoss

"I can make a decision straight away within few minutes and not have to wait til the next day" – Troy Kalleske, owner.

Lloyd

Quality at the right price with OenoFoss

Read how the OenoFoss has helped Lloyd Wine Consulting efficiently improve their quality control.

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CasesCustom control

Cindy Cosco, Lab Manager at custom winemakers Crushpad Wines, needs to monitor a lot of different wines and grapes, which is why she relies on Oenofoss to give her the information she needs

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The technology behind the OenoFoss

OenoFoss consists of two modular units built on identical platforms: a Fourier Transform Infared (FTIR) wine analysis unit and an optional VIS color unit.

With the introduction of OenoFoss™, now even small and medium sized wineries can access the powerful FTIR technology used in the larger Winescan. OenoFoss provides instant analysis throughout the winemaking process measuring up to 10 different key parameters.

Mosaic

Central configuration, support and surveillance

Mosaic networking software from FOSS lets your specialist team configure, manage and monitor your FOSS equipment via the Internet.

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Ready to use

Base critical decisions such as when to pick, how to control fermentation or when to bottle on reliable and accurate analysis. OenoFoss™ measures grape must, must during the fermentation process and finished wine using ready-to-use calibrations.

Easy handling

The OenoFoss™ instrument is simple‐to‐use and does not require the use of chemicals. A point and click software interface allows virtually anyone to use the instrument and record valid analysis results.

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See OenoFoss wine analyzer in action

Contact your local representative to book a demonstration inside your wine lab, so you can try out OenoFoss first hand.