Micro-oxidation small tank for wine fermentation and aging

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of wine brewing, in particular to a micro-oxidation small tank for wine fermentation and ageing. An oxygen pipeline is arranged in a tank body of the micro-oxidation small tank, and an oxygen aeration head is mounted at the outlet end of the oxygen pipeline; the oxygen monitoring device comprises at least two oxygen sensors, and the at least two oxygen sensors are respectively mounted at different height positions in the tank body. The micro-oxidation small tank can realize the uniform and accurate regulation and control of oxygen supply in the wine fermentation and aging process, breaks through the problems of no target and poor controllability of dissolved oxygen control in the traditional wine fermentation and aging process, and realizes the fine management of dissolved oxygen in the wine brewing process.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of winemaking technology, and more specifically, to a micro-oxidation tank for wine fermentation and aging. Background Technology

[0002] In wine production, adequate oxygen exposure promotes a series of chemical reactions during fermentation and aging, contributing to the softening of the wine's body, the stabilization of its color, and the enhancement of its aroma. Therefore, oxygen control is crucial in the fermentation and aging process of wine.

[0003] Traditional oxygen exposure methods often utilize oak barrels, typically achieved through the use of oak wood. The micropores of oak barrels allow oxygen to slowly permeate into the wine, enhancing its flavor and complexity. However, the oxygen permeation rate and actual oxygen flow in oak barrels are influenced by the natural characteristics of the wood, such as its origin and grain. Each barrel exhibits a different oxygen permeation rate and total oxygen flow, making it impossible to precisely control the micro-oxidation reactions that may occur during fermentation or aging. Furthermore, oak barrels also present challenges such as high cost and significant space requirements.

[0004] With the increasing popularity of stainless steel containers, stainless steel tanks have gradually begun to replace expensive oak barrels as the main fermentation and aging vessels. However, stainless steel tanks do not possess the micro-oxygenation properties of oak barrels and cannot provide the trace amounts of oxygen required for aging, which is detrimental to the fermentation and aging of high-quality dry red wines. This problem was solved with the advent of micro-oxygenation technology.

[0005] Wine micro-oxidation technology refers to the technique of continuously or intermittently introducing trace amounts of oxygen into wine under controlled conditions to promote its maturation and enhance its sensory quality. In recent years, micro-oxidation technology has been applied to the fermentation and aging processes of wine. By controlling the penetration of trace amounts of oxygen, it can effectively improve the quality of wine, promote its softening, and enhance its aroma.

[0006] However, existing micro-oxidation devices are complex in structure and cannot achieve monitoring and precise control of micro-oxidation, resulting in poor performance of micro-oxidation technology and making it difficult to promote. Utility Model Content

[0007] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a micro-oxidation tank for wine fermentation and aging.

[0008] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows:

[0009] This utility model discloses a micro-oxidation tank for wine fermentation and aging, comprising a tank body, an oxygen pipeline inside the tank body, and an oxygen aerator installed at the outlet end of the oxygen pipeline; it also includes an oxygen monitoring device, which comprises at least two oxygen sensors, which are respectively installed at different heights inside the tank body.

[0010] The beneficial effects of this invention are: it can achieve uniform and precise control of oxygen supply during wine fermentation and aging, overcoming the problems of lack of target and poor controllability in dissolved oxygen control during traditional wine fermentation and aging processes, and realizing fine management of dissolved oxygen during winemaking.

[0011] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows.

[0012] Furthermore, the oxygen aerator head is made of stoneware material.

[0013] The advantage of adopting the above-mentioned further solution is that it can ensure that oxygen diffuses at a slow and uniform rate, avoiding the problem of oxygen accumulation in the headspace of the tank.

[0014] Furthermore, it also includes a mounting rod, which includes a fixed end and at least two mounting ends. The fixed end is fixedly connected to the top of the tank, and each mounting end is equipped with one of the oxygen sensors.

[0015] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further solution is that it can make the oxygen sensor more stable, move the oxygen sensor away from the inner wall and place it in the wine, and improve the control effect of micro-oxygen fermentation and micro-oxygen aging.

[0016] Furthermore, the tank is a vertical cylindrical shape, and the oxygen aeration head is located near the bottom of the tank.

[0017] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further scheme is that it can maximize the contact time between oxygen and grape juice or wine during the upward diffusion, which helps the oxygen to dissolve fully in the wine.

[0018] Furthermore, the position of the oxygen aerator head in the vertical direction is lower than the position of any of the oxygen sensors.

[0019] The advantage of adopting the above-mentioned further solution is that it can ensure that the oxygen sensor can effectively monitor the oxygen solution in the wine after oxygenation.

[0020] Furthermore, the oxygen aerator head is located at one-third of the height of the tank in the vertical direction.

[0021] The advantage of adopting the above-mentioned further scheme is that this position can maximize the contact time between oxygen and grape juice or wine during the upward diffusion, thereby improving the dissolved oxygen effect.

[0022] Furthermore, the oxygen monitoring device also includes a signal receiving element, which is connected to the oxygen sensor circuit and can receive the oxygen content signal from the oxygen sensor.

[0023] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further scheme is that the oxygen supply process can be specifically adjusted based on the oxygen content signal obtained by the signal receiving element.

[0024] Furthermore, the top of the tank is provided with a manhole, and the bottom side wall is provided with a discharge port, on which a butterfly valve is installed.

[0025] The advantage of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions is that it facilitates the brewing process.

[0026] Furthermore, the manhole is equipped with a tank cover, and a safety valve is installed on the tank cover.

[0027] Furthermore, a thermometer is also installed on the side wall inside the tank.

[0028] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further scheme are that it can be used for temperature monitoring during the fermentation and aging stages of wine, as well as for temperature compensation when detecting dissolved oxygen content. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the micro-oxidation tank of this invention used for wine fermentation and aging.

[0030] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0031] 1. Safety valve; 2. Oxygen pipeline; 3. Manhole; 4. Mounting rod; 5. Oxygen sensor; 6. Thermometer; 7. Sampling valve; 8. Oxygen aerator head; 9. Butterfly valve; 10. Tank body. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The principles and features of this utility model are described below. The examples given are only for explaining this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, the micro-oxidation tank of this utility model for wine fermentation and aging includes a tank body 10, an oxygen pipeline 2 inside the tank body 10, and an oxygen aerator head 8 installed at the outlet end of the oxygen pipeline 2; it also includes an oxygen monitoring device, which includes at least two oxygen sensors 5, which are respectively installed at different heights inside the tank body 10.

[0034] This invention relates to a micro-oxidation tank for wine fermentation and aging. An oxygen pipeline 2 is installed inside the tank body 10, and oxygen is supplied to the wine liquid in the tank body 10 through an oxygen aerator 8, enabling micro-oxygen fermentation and micro-oxygen aging of the wine. An oxygen sensor 5 is installed inside the tank body 10 to achieve real-time measurement of dissolved oxygen content at different locations within the tank body 10, allowing adjustments to the oxygen dosage and duration required for different stages of brewing. At least two oxygen sensors 5 are installed at different heights within the tank body 10, enabling real-time monitoring of dissolved oxygen at different locations within the tank body 10, resulting in more accurate and comprehensive monitoring results.

[0035] This invention relates to a micro-oxidation tank for wine fermentation and aging, which enables uniform and precise control of oxygen supply during the wine fermentation and aging process. It overcomes the problems of lack of target and poor controllability in dissolved oxygen control during traditional wine fermentation and aging processes, and achieves fine management of dissolved oxygen during the winemaking process.

[0036] Preferably, the oxygen aerator head 8 is made of stoneware material, which is a type of ceramic product between pottery and porcelain. When oxygen is aerated through the oxygen aerator head 8, it can ensure that the oxygen diffuses at a slow and uniform rate, avoiding the problem of oxygen accumulating in the headspace of the tank 10.

[0037] Preferably, the inlet of the oxygen pipeline 2 is connected to an oxygen supply device, which can be an oxygen cylinder.

[0038] Preferably, it also includes a mounting rod 4, which includes a fixed end and at least two mounting ends. The fixed end is fixedly connected to the top of the tank 10, and each mounting end is equipped with an oxygen sensor 5. By installing the oxygen sensor 5 through the mounting rod 4, the oxygen sensor 5 can be made more stable. In addition, the oxygen sensor 5 is not directly installed on the inner wall of the tank 10, but is located in the wine away from the inner wall. This makes the monitoring results of the oxygen sensor 5 more accurate and objective, thereby improving the control effect of micro-oxygen fermentation and micro-oxygen aging.

[0039] Preferably, the oxygen monitoring device further includes a signal receiving element, which is connected to the oxygen sensor 5 circuit and can receive the oxygen content signal from the oxygen sensor 5; thus, based on the oxygen content signal obtained by the signal receiving element, the oxygen supply process can be specifically adjusted.

[0040] Since the oxygen sensor 5 needs to be connected to the signal receiving element circuit, in a specific embodiment, the mounting rod 4 is a hollow rod body, and the wires of the oxygen sensor 5 are connected to the outside through the mounting rod 4.

[0041] Preferably, the tank 10 is a vertical cylindrical shape, and the oxygen aerator 8 is close to the bottom of the tank 10; the above structure can maximize the contact time between oxygen and grape juice or wine during the upward diffusion, which helps the oxygen to fully dissolve in the wine.

[0042] Preferably, the oxygen aerator head 8 is positioned vertically below the position of any oxygen sensor 5. Oxygen sensors 5 are placed at different heights within the tank (e.g., top, middle, and bottom) to monitor dissolved oxygen levels and observe its distribution. However, when an oxygen sensor 5 is at the same height as the oxygen aerator head 8, its proximity may cause it to detect higher levels of dissolved oxygen than the actual effect. Furthermore, oxygen sensors at the same height may also affect the oxygen output of the oxygen aerator head 8.

[0043] Preferably, the oxygen aerator 8 is positioned at one-third of the height of the tank 10 in the vertical direction; while not contacting the bottom of the tank 10, this position can maximize the contact time between the oxygen and the grape juice or wine during the upward diffusion, thereby improving the dissolved oxygen effect.

[0044] Preferably, the top of the tank 10 is provided with a manhole 3, and the bottom side wall is provided with a discharge port, on which a butterfly valve 9 is installed; the above structure facilitates the operation of the wine brewing process.

[0045] Preferably, the manhole 3 is equipped with a tank cover, and a safety valve 1 is installed on the tank cover. The safety valve 1 is a one-way valve that will actively release gas to the outside of the tank 10 when the gas (mainly CO2) inside the tank 10 reaches a certain pressure, without introducing gas into the tank 10. This is suitable for micro-oxidation during the wine fermentation stage. During the micro-oxidation stage of aging, the safety valve 1 can be removed and the outlet sealed to prevent oxygen from escaping from the tank.

[0046] Preferably, a thermometer 6 is also installed on the side wall inside the tank 10; used for temperature monitoring of wine during fermentation and aging, and also for temperature compensation when detecting dissolved oxygen content.

[0047] Preferably, the tank body 10 is also provided with a sampling port, and a sampling valve 7 is installed on the sampling port; through the sampling port and the sampling valve 7, the wine can be sampled and monitored during the micro-aerobic fermentation and aging process.

[0048] The micro-oxidation tank of this invention for wine fermentation and aging can be connected to a control element. The control element can acquire the monitoring results of the oxygen sensor 5 and control the specific oxygen supply process of the oxygen supply device to achieve automated control.

[0049] The present invention will be illustrated by specific embodiments below.

[0050] Example

[0051] In this embodiment, the oxygen pipeline 2 passes through the manhole 3 and is detachably mounted on the tank cover. The fixed end of the mounting rod 4 is fixed to the side wall of the manhole 3. The mounting rod 4 has two branches, each with an oxygen sensor 5 mounted at its end.

[0052] In this embodiment, both the oxygen pipeline 2 and the mounting rod 4 are far from the side wall of the tank 10 and are located close to the axis of the tank 10.

[0053] In this embodiment, the tank 10 has a capacity of 120L. Compared to traditional micro-oxidation technologies, which mostly rely on small-volume equipment of 10L or 20L such as oak barrels or laboratory equipment, the capacity of this tank 10 can be widely used in actual wine production.

[0054] The specific working process of this embodiment is as follows:

[0055] During the microaerobic fermentation or microaerobic aging process of wine, oxygen enters the wine liquid inside the tank 10 through oxygen pipeline 2. Oxygen sensor 5 monitors the dissolved oxygen content of the wine liquid in real time. Based on the monitoring results, when the dissolved oxygen level is too high, the oxygen input is reduced; when the dissolved oxygen level is too low, the oxygen input is increased.

[0056] Through the above process, the micro-oxidation process during micro-oxygen fermentation or micro-oxygen aging can be regulated and monitored.

[0057] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0058] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0059] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0060] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0061] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0062] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging, characterized in that, The device includes a tank (10) with an oxygen pipeline (2) inside, and an oxygen aerator (8) installed at the outlet end of the oxygen pipeline (2); it also includes an oxygen monitoring device, which includes at least two oxygen sensors (5), and the at least two oxygen sensors (5) are installed at different heights inside the tank (10).

2. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to claim 1, wherein, The oxygen aerator head (8) is made of stoneware material.

3. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to claim 1, wherein, It also includes a mounting rod (4), which includes a fixed end and at least two mounting ends. The fixed end is fixedly connected to the top of the tank (10), and each mounting end is equipped with an oxygen sensor (5).

4. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to claim 1, wherein, The tank (10) is a vertical cylindrical shape, and the oxygen aerator (8) is close to the bottom of the tank (10).

5. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to claim 4, wherein, The position of the oxygen aerator (8) in the vertical direction is lower than the position of any one of the oxygen sensors (5).

6. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to claim 5, wherein, The oxygen aerator (8) is located at one-third of the height of the tank (10) in the vertical direction.

7. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The oxygen monitoring device also includes a signal receiving element, which is connected to the oxygen sensor (5) circuit and can receive the oxygen content signal from the oxygen sensor (5).

8. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The tank (10) has a manhole (3) at the top and a discharge port on the bottom side wall, and a butterfly valve (9) is installed on the discharge port.

9. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to claim 8, wherein, The manhole (3) is provided with a tank cover, and a safety valve (1) is installed on the tank cover.

10. A micro-oxidative carboy for wine fermentation and aging according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, A thermometer (6) is also installed on the side wall inside the tank (10).

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