Lalvin ICVD-47 Wine Yeast is a 10-sachet bundle for home winemakers, brewing enthusiasts, and vineyard professionals making white wines, especially Chardonnay. Each 5 g sachet supports fermentation of 4.5–23 L (1–6 US gal), and the bundle includes a 35 g pack of B-Brite™ 3-in-1 Cleaning Powder for cleaning and deodorizing glass and stainless steel winemaking equipment.
At a glance
-
Yeast: Lalvin ICVD-47 Saccharomyces cerevisiae cerevisiae
-
Pack count: 10 sachets
-
Sachet size: 5 g each
-
Recommended batch size: 4.5–23 L (1–6 US gal) per sachet
-
Best suited to: White varietals, particularly Chardonnay
-
Cleaner included: B-Brite™ 3-in-1 Cleaning Powder, 35 g
-
Storage: Cool, dry place at 4–15°C
Why winemakers choose it
- Accentuates the character of white varietals, especially Chardonnay.
- Supports aromas associated with ripe, stable fruit and jam-like richness.
- Offers competitive activity for a robust fermentation process.
- Includes B-Brite™ alkaline cleaner to help clean, bleach, and deodorize glass and stainless steel equipment, including fermenters, bottles, and tools.
- B-Brite™ is phosphate-free. Use it on glass, stainless steel, porcelain, ceramic, and fibreglass, but not on aluminum, soft plastic, rubber, or painted surfaces.
How to use
- Choose one 5 g Lalvin ICVD-47 sachet for a 4.5–23 L (1–6 US gal) batch, depending on the recipe and conditions.
- Use the yeast with your prepared white wine must according to your recipe and fermentation process.
- Dissolve the full 35 g of B-Brite™ in 2–3 L of warm water, using 15 g per 1 L. Wear gloves and eye protection, and do not mix the solution with other cleaners, especially ammonia.
- Use the solution to clean, bleach, and deodorize glass and stainless steel equipment, including fermenters, bottles, and tools. Do not use it on aluminum, soft plastic such as tubing, rubber such as stoppers, bungs, grommets, or gaskets, or painted surfaces, and do not let the solution dry on surfaces.
- After cleaning, rinse thoroughly with clean water and sanitize with a winemaking sanitizer before equipment touches juice or wine.
- Store unused products sealed in a cool, dry place between 4–15°C.
Frequently asked questions
Which wines benefit most from Lalvin ICVD-47?
Lalvin ICVD-47 is designed for white varietals, with particular benefits for Chardonnay.
How much wine does one yeast sachet cover?
One 5 g sachet ferments 4.5–23 L (1–6 US gal), depending on the recipe and conditions.
How do I use the included B-Brite™ powder?
Dissolve the full 35 g pack in 2–3 L of warm water, using 15 g per 1 L. Wear gloves and eye protection. Use it to clean, bleach, and deodorize glass and stainless steel equipment, not aluminum, soft plastic, rubber, or painted surfaces. Do not let the solution dry, do not mix it with other cleaners, especially ammonia, and rinse thoroughly with clean water. After cleaning, sanitize with a winemaking sanitizer before equipment touches juice or wine.
What equipment do I need?
Fermentation and bottling equipment are sold separately. Matching Crafted Series add-ons include bottles, corks, labels, shrink caps, and additional B-Brite™ cleaner.
