MIP, which stands for Molecularly Imprinted Polymer, is the newest acronym for the wine industry. This material has become a hot topic as it may be a potential solution for reducing the effects of smoke taint on grapes and wine. Dr. Anita Oberholster, associate cooperative extension specialist, enology, at the University of California, Davis, has conducted a series of trials using this tool and found that the material has a very good chance to modify wine by removing any offending volatile smoky...