{"product_id":"gervin-gv2-red-wine-yeast","title":"Gervin GV2 - Robust Wine Yeast (Berries, Sloes, Currants)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGervin GV2 Red Wine Yeast – 5g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGervin GV2\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Burgundy-style wine yeast formulated for producing \u003cstrong\u003efull-bodied red and white wines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt delivers a clean, reliable fermentation that enhances the body and richness of fruit-forward country wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne 5g sachet is good for up to \u003cstrong\u003e23 litres (1 UK demijohn or 5-gallon batch)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is GV2 Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGV2 is designed for fermenting rich, robust wines with character. It’s especially suited to wines made from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlackberries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElderberries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSloes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCherries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaspberries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther autumn fruits or strong-flavoured red\/white grapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for traditional \u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux or Claret-style reds\u003c\/strong\u003e, or country wines that need depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGervin GV2 Yeast – Key Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e S. cerevisiae (Burgundy-type)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoam Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low – minimal mess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKiller Factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inhibits wild yeast – cleaner fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 23L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Gervin GV2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinkle the sachet directly on the must. No need to rehydrate — just stir it in and let it go to work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStarter method (advance):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1\/2 tsp sugar and the yeast to ~50ml warm water (20–25°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover and leave for 15–20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir your must well before pitching the yeast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubstitute Yeasts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf GV2 is out of stock or you're looking to experiment, here are some solid alternatives:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/lalvin-lallemand\/2020-lalvin-rc212.html\"\u003eLalvin RC212\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Great for deep-coloured reds, boosts fruit and softens tannins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/mangrove-jack-s-premium-wine-yeast\/3925-mangrove-jack-s-r56-wine-yeast.html\"\u003eMangrove Jack’s R56\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Built for crushed grapes, red berries, and bold reds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewer’s Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGV2 performs especially well in autumn fruit wines where fermentation temperatures may be on the cooler side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts killer factor means you’re less likely to get off-flavours from wild yeasts — just make sure your sanitation is still solid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best body and flavour, let the wine sit on skins or pulp longer before racking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bevie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626855723351,"sku":"2523","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/Gervin_GV2.jpg?v=1777474768","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/gervin-gv2-red-wine-yeast","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}