BA1 was selected in 1997 near Estacao Vitivinicola de Barraida in Portugal. It has excellent fermentation kinetics, even at low temperatures. It promotes clean, aromatic, estery characteristics during fermentation. BA1 intensifies mouthfeel and augments lingering flavors in both still and sparkling white wines. BA1 encourages the fresh fruit aromas of orange blossom, pineapple and apricot. In relatively neutral white varieties BA1 brings out tropical fruit, cream, vanilla and spice. With fruit from hot climates, BA1 can really help to "flesh out" a wine by its' volume and mouthfeel enhancement. This strain is good by itself, as well as being a great structural component to a blend. Best results from 50 to 77 degrees F, and alcohol tolerant to 16%.
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