Lalvin 71B Wine Yeast

Regular price $1.59
  • Well suited for a variety of wine styles.
  • Produces a high level of fruity esters.
  • 5g packet, treats 1-6 gallons.
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Fermentation Temp Range
Each yeast strain has a temperature range where it performs best. Lagers require cooler temps, while Kveik yeasts can ferment in extreme heat. Maintaining the proper fermentation temperature for each yeast strain is crucial its health. Matching a yeast's ideal range to your environment (or your ability to control temp) is key to getting clean, consistent results.
Scale from 30°-120°F
Description

Looking for extra yeast for making wine? Try Lallemand Lalvin 71B Yeast, perfect for fermenting fresh, smooth, fruity and easy drinking wines. Use it for red wine, white wine, rosé or fruit ciders.

Lalvin 71B Yeast has a short lag phase, meaning that fermentation is quick to start. This yeast is known for producing high levels of esters for enhanced fruity aroma in your wine.

Its ability to consume & neutralize "sour" malic acid makes 71B yeast ideal for creating smoother wines. This strain's alcohol tolerance allows you to craft wines up to 14% ABV. 

This packet of active dry yeast ferments a 1 - 6 gallon batch of wine or fruit cider. Lalvin recommends rehydrating yeast in 50 mL of water for 20 minutes before pitching. 

Product Analysis
This typical analysis is not to be construed as product specification. Typical analysis represents average values, not to be considered as guarantees, expressed or implied, nor as a condition of sale.

Yeast Format, Dry
Yeast Style, Wine
Nitrogen Demand, Low
SO2 Production, Low
Foam Production, Medium
Competitive Killer Factor, No
Fermentation Temperature Range, 59~86ºF
Alcohol Tolerance, 14%

Style Applications:

Red, rosé and white wines, as well as fruit ciders.

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