Lalvin K1-V1116 Wine Yeast

Regular price $1.59
  • Suitable for a variety of wine styles.
  • Well suited for difficult fermentation conditions.
  • 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 K1-V1116 Yeast, used for fermenting traditional grape wines or fruit wines. It's well suited for making aromatic red wine, white wine or sparkling wine. 

Lalvin K1-V1116 Yeast is quick to start & a vigorous fermenter. It's known for producing high levels of floral esters, which can be enhanced when fermented at temperatures below 60ºF. K1-V1116 yeast is a great choice for juices that are neutral or that lack complexity on their own. 

This resilient yeast strain performs well in difficult fermentation conditions and in extreme temperatures (as low as 50ºF or as high as 95ºF). Its alcohol tolerance allows you to craft wines up to 18% 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, Medium
SO2 Production, High
Foam Production, Low
Competitive Killer Factor, Yes
Fermentation Temperature Range, 50~95ºF
Alcohol Tolerance, 18%

Style Applications:

Aromatic red, white, late harvest & sparkling wines.

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