Flavor Reimagined

WellVine™ Whole food prebiotic ingredient bridges the gap between sustainability and taste. Not only does WellVine™ have its own unique flavor profile, but it also enhances the flavors when combined with other foods.

Patented Taste

WellVine makes other foods taste better

Granted U.S. Patent for improving the taste of Dark Chocolate

Enhances flavor and reduces bitterness

Mildly sweet with a pleasant velvety astringency

Tartness from organic acids and aldehydes

Astringency from phenolics and glycosides

Unlocking the Symphony of Flavor

At the heart of the Wellvine™ Symposium 2023, renowned International Flavor Expert Ralph Jerome took center stage to unravel the intricacies of flavor, delving into the unique characteristics that make slow-ripened coastal Chardonnay grapes the secret behind the beloved Chardonnay wine.

Ralph Jerome began his talk by demystifying flavor, breaking it down into three essential components: aroma, taste, and chemosensory stimuli. These elements, when orchestrated harmoniously, create the symphony of flavors that dance on our taste buds.

Chardonnay, with its slow-ripening process, develops a distinctive flavor profile that captivates wine enthusiasts worldwide. From the aroma that wafts through the air to the complex taste that evolves on the palate, the slow-ripened coastal Chardonnay grapes embody a sensory experience unlike any other.

Flavor Chemistry Research

Contribution of Key Odorants from Skins, Seeds, and Stems to the Aroma of Chardonnay Marc: A Valuable Coproduct of the Wine Industry

Date :

October 12, 2023

Authors :

Sarah Warner, Danielle M. Trudelle, Thien H.Nguyen, and John P. Munafo Jr.

Journal :

Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

Characterization of Key Odorants in Chardonnay Seeds

Date :

December 13, 2022

Authors :

Sarah Warner and John P. Munafo Jr.

Journal :

Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

Characterization of Odorants in Chardonnay Marc Skins

Date :

October 8, 2021

Authors :

Melissa Dein, Andrew Moore, Casey Ricketts,Chelsea Huynh, and John P. Munafo Jr

Journal :

Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry

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