{"product_id":"lalvin-d47-white-wine-yeast","title":"Lalvin ICV-D47 - White Wine Yeast - 5g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFor Full-Bodied Whites, Floral Wines \u0026amp; Smooth Rosé\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLalvin D47\u003c\/strong\u003e is a Côtes du Rhône–origin yeast that’s made for crafting full-bodied, aromatic white wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a top choice for home winemakers working with Chardonnay, Viognier, or other white varietals where you want a rich mouthfeel and gentle tropical or floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 5g sachet is enough for up to \u003cstrong\u003e23 litres (1 demijohn or 5-gallon batch)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Lalvin D47 Best For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD47 is ideal when you want to build body and mouthfeel while keeping the wine clean and smooth. It works especially well with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e – Barrel-fermented or full-bodied styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViognier, Roussanne, or Marsanne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e – For a rounder, tropical twist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosé wines\u003c\/strong\u003e – To soften acidity and add weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMead and Cider\u003c\/strong\u003e – For subtle fruit complexity and clean fermentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLalvin D47 Yeast – Key Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Côtes du Rhône, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saccharomyces cerevisiae\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 15–30°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low (nutrient still recommended)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLees Aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benefits from extended lees contact – adds softness \u0026amp; spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g sachet per 23L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Before:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\/27\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Lalvin D47\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sprinkle onto must or juice and stir gently. Works well without rehydration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Method: \u003c\/strong\u003e(Making a Yeast Starter)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 1\/2 teaspoon of sugar and the contents of the sachet to a glass with about 50ml of warm water. (approx. 20 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover the glass with a clean plate and simply leave for 15-20 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBefore\u003c\/span\u003e you empty the glass of yeast into your brew we recommend vigorously stirring your cider\/beer\/wine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe more oxygen introduced \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration:underline;\"\u003ebefore\u003c\/span\u003e you put the yeast on will promote a strong healthy fermentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSubstitute Yeasts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf Lalvin D47 isn’t available here are some solid alternatives we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMangrove Jack’s AW4\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clean, aromatic fermenter. Great for white wines with delicate fruit character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/other-wine-yeasts\/2738-mangrove-jacks-m05-mead-yeast.html\"\u003eMangrove Jack’s M05 Mead Yeast\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Suitable for mead and subtle white wines, keeps things clean and soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/gervin-yeast\/1612-gervin-gv6.html\"\u003eGervin GV6\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e – Preserves floral and fruity character in white or lighter dessert wines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewer’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD47 really shines when you give it a bit of time on the lees — it’ll develop more body and soft spice notes with aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat for fuller whites, but avoid fermenting it too hot or it can throw off sulphury notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it in the 15–20°C range for best flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hambleton Bard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626858377559,"sku":"4368","price":1.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5770.jpg?v=1769258328","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/lalvin-d47-white-wine-yeast","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}