Enhanced color stability and structure in color-sensitive wines
LALVIN BRL97™ is particularly suited to thin-skinned, low color-potential red varietals or wines that are sensitive to color loss during aging.
- Enhances varietal aromatic expression and adds complex notes of red fruit, berries, and spice
- Fermentation starts quickly but proceeds at a moderate rate
- Saccharomyces cerevisiae cerevisiae strain
- Isolated at the University of Torino in Italy from a Nebbiolo fermentation
Frequently used in: Pinot noir, Zinfandel, Nebbiolo, Merlot, Malbec, Grenache
Alcohol Tolerance: 16%
Nitrogen Needs: MEDIUM
Temp. Range: 62-85°F