W15 Yeast
Item No.
98-W15
Ferments cleanly at low temperatures In white wines, Lalvin W15™ helps retain bright fruit characters while optimizing mouthfeel and balance. Performs well in Pinot noir and cooler climate Syrah. Produces glycerol and succinic acid, especially when fermented between 15–20°C (59–68°F), adding
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Description
Ferments cleanly at low temperatures
In white wines, Lalvin W15™ helps retain bright fruit characters while optimizing mouthfeel and balance. Performs well in Pinot noir and cooler climate Syrah.
Produces glycerol and succinic acid, especially when fermented between 15–20°C (59–68°F), adding complexity to the mid-palate.
Low heat generation during fermentation helps winemakers minimize the potential for temperature spikes and possible H2S problems.
Isolated in 1991 at the Swiss Federal Research Station in Wädenswil, Switzerland.
Specifications
Brand | Lallemand |
Malolactic Compatibility | Very Good |
Alcohol Tolerance | 16% |
Competitive Factor | Yes |
Fermentation Speed | Moderate |
Maximum Temperature | 27°C |
Minimum Temperature | 10°C |
Nutrient Demand | High |
Species | S. cerevisiae |
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