Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast
Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast
Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast

Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast

$1.59
Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast is a versatile dry wine yeast designed for red, white, rosé, and fruit wines. Known for producing high levels of fruity esters, it helps create expressive wines while providing dependable fermentation performance for home winemakers.
  • Suitable for red, white, rosé, and fruit wines.
  • Produces a high level of fruity esters.
  • 5g packet treats 1–6 gallons.
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Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast is a Saccharomyces cerevisiae wine yeast selected for producing red, white, rosé, and fruit wines, as well as fruit ciders. It is recognized for producing a high level of fruity esters that complement fruit-forward fermentation profiles.

With a recommended fermentation temperature range of 59–86°F (15–30°C) and an alcohol tolerance of 14% ABV, Lalvin 71B provides reliable fermentation across a variety of wine styles. Its low nitrogen demand, low SO₂ production, medium foam production, and lack of a competitive killer factor make it suitable for a range of home winemaking applications.

This strain is commonly used when producing wines and ciders that benefit from enhanced fruit character while fermenting within the manufacturer's recommended parameters.

Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast is recommended for:

  • Red Wines
  • White Wines
  • Rosé Wines
  • Fruit Wines
  • Fruit Ciders

Yeast Format: Dry

Yeast Style: Wine

Nitrogen Demand: Low

SO₂ Production: Low

Foam Production: Medium

Competitive Killer Factor: No

Fermentation Temperature Range: 59–86°F (15–30°C)

Alcohol Tolerance: 14% ABV

Style Applications: Red Wines, White Wines, Rosé Wines, Fruit Wines, Fruit Ciders.

  • Rehydrate the yeast according to the manufacturer's instructions before pitching.
  • Ferment between 59–86°F (15–30°C) for optimal performance.
  • Use appropriate yeast nutrients when needed to support a healthy fermentation.
  • Monitor fermentation temperatures throughout the process for consistent results.
  • Suitable for red, white, rosé, and fruit wines, as well as fruit ciders.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Lalvin 71B is recommended for red wines, white wines, rosé wines, fruit wines, and fruit ciders.

Lalvin 71B has an alcohol tolerance of up to 14% ABV.

The recommended fermentation temperature range is 59–86°F (15–30°C).

No. Lalvin 71B has a low nitrogen demand, although appropriate nutrient additions may be beneficial depending on the must.

No. Lalvin 71B does not have a competitive killer factor.

Lalvin 71B is known for producing a high level of fruity esters and is recommended for red, white, rosé, fruit wines, and fruit ciders.


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