Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast
Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast
Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast

Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast

$1.79
Red Star Premier Cuvee is a versatile dry wine yeast designed for dependable fermentation across a wide range of wine styles. Its neutral fermentation profile allows grape and fruit character to remain the focus while supporting clean, complete fermentation.
  • Excellent for sparkling, white, red, and fruit wines.
  • Neutral yeast profile preserves varietal character.
  • One 5g packet treats approximately 1–6 gallons.
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Product Analysis
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Yeast Format, Dry
Yeast Style, Wine
Nitrogen Demand, Very Low
SO2 Production, Medium
Fermentation Temperature Range, 50~95ºF
Alcohol Tolerance, 16% ABV

Style Applications:

Sparkling, red or white wine - especially dry white wine.

Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast is a clean, neutral strain ideal for all wine types—especially sparkling and dry whites. It ferments quickly and efficiently, allowing grape character to shine through while producing minimal off-flavors.

Performs well in a wide temperature range (50–95°F) and tolerates up to 16% ABV. Perfect for consistent results in still, sparkling, red, or white wines.

Red Star Premier Cuvee is a clean, neutral fermenting wine yeast that emphasizes the natural characteristics of grapes and fruit rather than contributing strong yeast-derived flavors. Its dependable fermentation makes it suitable for both beginners and experienced winemakers.

With a recommended fermentation range of 50–95°F (10–35°C) and an alcohol tolerance of 16% ABV, it performs well across a broad range of wine styles.

Red Star Premier Cuvee is recommended for:

  • Sparkling Wine
  • White Wine
  • Dry White Wine
  • Red Wine
  • Fruit Wine

Yeast Format: Dry

Yeast Style: Wine

Nitrogen Demand: Very Low

SO₂ Production: Medium

Fermentation Temperature Range: 50–95°F (10–35°C)

Alcohol Tolerance: 16% ABV

Package Size: 5g

Style Applications: Sparkling wine, red wine, white wine, especially dry white wine

  • Ferment between 50–95°F (10–35°C) for reliable performance.
  • One 5g packet treats approximately 1–6 gallons.
  • Excellent for neutral fermentations that preserve grape or fruit character.
  • Suitable for wines requiring higher alcohol tolerance.
  • Follow standard sanitation and fermentation practices for best results.

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Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast
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Frequently Asked Questions

It is recommended for sparkling wines, white wines, dry white wines, red wines, and fruit wines.

Premier Cuvee performs best between 50–95°F (10–35°C).

This yeast has an alcohol tolerance of 16% ABV.

No. It has a neutral fermentation profile that helps preserve the natural character of grapes and fruit.

Each 5g packet is suitable for approximately 1–6 gallons.

No. Premier Cuvee has a very low nitrogen demand compared to many other wine yeast strains.


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