EC1118 Yeast
Item No.
98-EC1118
Original sparkling wine strain Lalvin EC1118™ is the original, steady, low-foamer yeast strain. This Saccharomyces cerevisiae bayanus strain was selected by the IOC in Epernay, France and is the reference strain for sparkling base wine. It is an excellent choice for secondary fermentations of
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Description
Original sparkling wine strain
Lalvin EC1118™ is the original, steady, low-foamer yeast strain. This Saccharomyces cerevisiae bayanus strain was selected by the IOC in Epernay, France and is the reference strain for sparkling base wine. It is an excellent choice for secondary fermentations of sparkling wine.
Ferments well at low temperatures and flocculates with compact lees. Under low nutrient conditions EC1118 can produce high amounts of SO2 (up to 50 ppm) and, as a result, may inhibit malolactic fermentation.
Specifications
Brand | Lallemand |
Malolactic Compatibility | Average |
Alcohol Tolerance | 18% |
Competitive Factor | Yes |
Fermentation Speed | Fast |
Maximum Temperature | 30°C |
Minimum Temperature | 10°C |
Nutrient Demand | Low |
Species | S. bayanus |
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