Cellarscience Big Red Dry Wine Yeast
SKU: MOB-GROUP-9515664
- Specifically designed for aged red wines, yielding deep, inky hues
- Renowned for its remarkable color extraction capabilities
- Excels at breaking down and extracting tannins and anthocyanins from grape skin walls
- Produces significant amounts of polysaccharides and glycerol, lending a luxurious mouthfeel
- High alcohol tolerance, making it an excellent choice for grapes that require a longer hang time
Description
Big Red Dry Wine Yeast is particularly well-suited for Bordeaux varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petite Verdot, and Merlot, as well as Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, and select Pinot Noir styles. This yeast strain excels at breaking down and extracting tannins and anthocyanins from grape skin walls, resulting in rich, velvety wines with a robust tannin profile perfectly suited for extended aging.
What sets Big Red apart is its extraordinary ability to produce significant amounts of polysaccharides and glycerol, lending a luxurious, silky mouthfeel to your wines. Additionally, this robust yeast strain boasts high alcohol tolerance, making it an excellent choice for grapes that require a longer hang time to achieve optimal ripeness. With a proven track record of delivering complex, berry-fruit-driven flavors with subtle hints of spice, Big Red Dry Wine Yeast is the go-to choice for winemakers seeking to craft truly exceptional red wines.
To get the most out of this remarkable yeast strain, it's essential to provide the necessary nutrients for optimal fermentation. With a high nutrient demand, it's crucial to monitor free available nitrogen levels and establish a well-planned nutrient schedule. Cellarscience recommends hydrating with Fermstart, followed by FermFed DAP-free at the onset of fermentation, and subsequent feedings with regular FermFed after one-third sugar depletion. By doing so, you'll ensure a healthy fermentation and unlock the full potential of Big Red Dry Wine Yeast.
As a winemaker, you understand the importance of attention to detail and careful planning. With Big Red Dry Wine Yeast, you'll need to be attentive to its nutrient requirements and fermentation progress. However, the rewards are well worth the effort, as this exceptional yeast strain is capable of producing truly remarkable red wines that will impress even the most discerning palates.
By choosing Cellarscience Big Red Dry Wine Yeast, you'll be well on your way to crafting wines that showcase the true essence of your chosen grape varietal. Whether you're a seasoned winemaker or just starting out, this exceptional yeast strain is sure to become a trusted ally in your pursuit of wine perfection. So why settle for anything less? Opt for the best and experience the full range of possibilities that Big Red Dry Wine Yeast has to offer.
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