LALVIN C yeast is a specially selected dry active yeast strain of saccharomyces bayanus that is used for the fermentation of basic wine for sparkling wine and is also used to restart stuck fermentation. The special advantages are high alcohol tolerance, rapid start of fermentation and secure main fermentation, even under unfavorable conditions. LALVIN C yeast is suitable for both red and white wine.
Application | Recommended dosage in lb/1,000 gal (g/hl) under the following fermentation conditions | |
Normal conditions | Difficult conditions | |
White wine must | 1.2 – 1.6 (15 – 20) | 1.6 – 3.3 (20 – 40) |
If fermentation has stopped | - | 2.5 – 4.2 (30 – 50) |