Lalvin RC-212 is a specialized Saccharomyces cerevisiae wine yeast for home winemakers and wineries producing red wine. The 5 g package is designed to support robust fermentation while bringing forward the authentic character of red wine varietals.
At a glance
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Product: Lalvin RC-212 wine yeast
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Yeast: Saccharomyces cerevisiae
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Best suited for: Red wine varietals
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Package size: 5 g (0.176 oz)
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Competitive factor: Neutral
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Vendor: Lallemand
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Production: Canada
Why winemakers choose it
- Developed to underline the authentic flavours of red wine varietals.
- Helps bring forward true-to-varietal character in the finished wine.
- Its neutral competitive factor allows it to integrate without overpowering other microbes in the must.
- Designed specifically for winemaking and suitable for both dedicated wineries and home winemakers.
- The precisely measured 5 g package provides a consistent yeast quantity for fermentation.
How to use
- Select Lalvin RC-212 for a red wine fermentation where preserving varietal character is a priority.
- Add the yeast to the red wine must as part of your winemaking process.
- Allow fermentation to proceed and assess the resulting wine for its authentic red varietal character.
Frequently asked questions
What wines are best suited to Lalvin RC-212?
Lalvin RC-212 is best suited to red wine varietals, where it helps bring forward their genuine and distinctive flavours.
What does the neutral competitive factor mean?
The neutral competitive factor means Lalvin RC-212 is intended to integrate without overpowering other microbes in the must.
Can Lalvin RC-212 be used for white wine?
Its specialty is red wine. Winemakers may experiment with white wine, but this yeast is intended to shine with red varietals.
What size package is Lalvin RC-212?
Lalvin RC-212 is supplied in a 5 g package, equivalent to 0.176 oz.
