Lalvin QA23 Yeast 125g

Recommended for the production of white wines and ciders where fresh, fruity clean finishes are required.

Optimum fermentation temp 15°C to 32°C. It will ferment at 10°C where temp control is employed by the winemaker to control the rate of sugar catabolism. It has the ability to ferment juice with low nutrient content. This property makes QA23 very suitable for many white wines and ciders. A very reliable, clean fermenter, Lalvin QA23 respects varietal fruit character, with minimal yeast flavour

This is a fructophilic yeast, hence tends to ferment well at the end of fermentation.

• Low nutrient requirements
• Low oxygen requirements
• Capable of fermenting juice at low temperatures (15°C/59°F) to dryness
• Excellent thiol converter
• Notable complementary yeast for developing passion fruit character in Sauvignon Blancs
• Temperature Range of fermentation: 15°C to 32°C
• Fast fermentation speed
• Tolerance to alcohol: 16%

Low foaming and fast settling to clarity.