Lalvin - K1-V1116 Yeast x 5g
Description
Technical Data Sheet - Lalvin ICV K1-V1116
A proven hardy strain which is ideal for Ice wines which produces fresh and floral esters which also make it a good choice for rosé or red wines.
Lalvin - K1-V1116 Yeast x 5g (Ice Wine/Red Wine/Rosé Yeast)
Lalvin K1-V1116 when fermented at low temperatures (16°C) and with the right addition of nutrients, is one of the most floral ester-producing yeasts (Isoamyl acetate, hexyl acetate, phenyl ethyl acetate). It's ester profile and hardiness makes it a proven strain for the fermentation of ice wines and a good choice for rosé or red wines.
K1-V1116 is the most resistant to difficult fermentation conditions and the esters it produces brings fresh and floral flavours.
Lalvin K1-V1116 was initially isoled in 1972 by Pierre Barre of the INRA Montpellier.
Dosage
White, red and rosé winemaking: 25 to 40 g/hl
Note: dosage range is based on the must sugar content and sanitary state of the grapes and winery.
How to Use
Rehydrate Lalvin EC-1118 in 5 times its weight of potable water at 40°C. Let stand for at least 20 minutes then gently stir occasionally to break up any clumps. Add to the must.
Notes:
– The total rehydration duration should never exceed 45 minutes
– Avoid cold shocking the yeast. the temperature drop between the must to be inoculated and the rehydration medium should never be above 10°c (in case of doubt, please contact your supplier or Lallemand)
– It is essential to rehydrate the yeast in a clean container.
– Initial rehydration in must is not advisable.
Microbiological & Oenological Properties
Saccharomyces cerevisiae cerevisiae
Competitive factor K2
Alcohol tolerance up to 18%
Particularly short lag phase
Moderate fermentation rate
Very large range of fermentation temperatures (10°C to 35°C)
Low production of H2S
Low to average requirement in assimilable nitrogen
High O2 requirements (necessary for the synthesis of survival factors)
Low production of volatile acidity
Average SO2 production
Low foam formation
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