Methodology for the reduction of energy demand during cold stabilisation in the wine industry

The aim of this article is to establish a methodology for energy demand optimisation during the cold stabilisation process in wineries. In the case we have analysed, the use of equipment with efficient generating are combined with other energy-saving measures reduce in consumption by over 75% in the case of cold stabilisation cycles of 7 days, and 85% in cycles of 12 days. Finally, renewable energy can provide 30% of the energy required for cold stabilisation cycles of 7 days per tank.