Originating from the Loire Valley of France, this strain is ideal for fine, elegant white wines with complex aromas.
- High implantation strength, moderate nitrogen requirements and good alcohol tolerance (15.5%).
- Short to medium lag phase then fast, regular kinetic.
- High production of fruity ethyl esters and medium production of acetate esters bring complexity and balanced fruit flavors to the wine.
- Easy-2-Use™
- S. cerevisiae
Application: Particularly suitable for elegant, complex white wines from neutral varieties (Chardonnay, Grenache blanc, Ugni blanc, etc.) to aromatic varieties (Muscat, etc.) with low promotion of thiols or terpenes.
Packaging: 500 g, 10 kg
Recommended Dosage: 2 lb/1,000 gal (20 g/hL).
Fermentis’ innovative E2U™ (“Easy to Use”) yeasts offer the option of pitching directly into must without rehydrating, saving you time and money and allowing you to get more done with fewer people. Extensive testing has shown no change in flavor, aroma, color, or alcohol % regardless of preparation method used (normal rehydration, cold or hot water, or direct inoculation in the must). Look for the E2U™ icon throughout the Fermentis portfolio. See how it works:
