Lalvin

Lalvin Bourgovin RC 212 Wine Yeast, 5 g (5-pack)

Dry yeast

A Burgundy red-wine strain that supports color and tannin stability; suited to Pinot Noir and fuller reds.

  • Red wines
  • Color and tannin
  • Five packs

Best for Red wines

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Specifications

TypeDry wine yeast

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From the maker

  • The rc-212 strain comes from the Burgundy region of France, and is a moderately quick, low foaming yeast. It achieves full flavor extraction in red wines
  • This yeast strain stabilizes color and tannin throughout Fermentation and aging. An emphasis on ripe berry, peppery/spicy and Fruit aromas is noted
  • This is the best strain to Use in pinot noir or other full bodied red wines
Sulfites and sensitive guestsCampden tablets and potassium metabisulfite add sulfites. Commercial wine at 10 ppm or more must say “Contains sulfites”; home wine is not labeled, so tell sulfite-sensitive guests (often people with asthma).Source: TTB: sulfite declaration

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ABV calculatorABV for wine, cider and mead, with the high-gravity formula.

Full listing title: Lalvin Bourgovin RC 212 Wine Yeast, 5 grams - 5-Pack